United Parish in Brookline

09/08/2026

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09/08/2026

Coat Boston has been helping Boston’s families in need since 2009.

This year’s Coat and Toy Drive will run September 15-November 8.

Please considering donating NEW coats (sizes: infants through Adults ###L), hats, gloves/mittens, toys, books, sports equipment and games. Help Coat Boston reach their goal of collecting 3,000 coats.

You can drop off donations at Hancock Church (1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington), choose something off their Amazon Wish List and have it shipped directly to them, or make a monetary donation at coatboston.org.

Gift cards from Target, Stop & Shop and Amazon are also welcome.

Contact [email protected] with any questions.

09/07/2026

Artificial Intelligence and Our Faith: A Workshop on AI Literacy and Christian Ethics

What does it mean to be a faithful Christian in the time of artificial intelligence?

AI technologies are dominating the headlines and becoming a greater part of our everyday lives, but we don’t often get opportunities to reflect on AI as a faith issue.

Weijia Cheng, a former Silicon Valley software engineer and current student at the Boston University School of Theology, will walk us through the basic idea of artificial intelligence and introduce concepts from the Christian tradition that might help us establish a responsible relationship with this emerging technology.

Sunday, October 18 at 12:30pm in the Parlor, with a follow-up hybrid discussion the following day on Monday, October 19 at 7pm in the Lindsay Room and Zoom.

09/06/2026

Fall Fellowship Weekend – October 9-11

It’s that time of the year when we gather for a weekend of fellowship at Aldersgate Camp in Rhode Island, just under 2 hours from United Parish.

Games (both inside and outside), hikes, gatherings for meals, apple picking, antique jaunts, and local fair expeditions are some of the things that happen during this time of fall fellowship.

Meet new friends, spend time with familiar friends, and take in the beautiful fall weather.

The weekend begins with Friday dinner, a full Saturday, and ends with Sunday worship and lunch farewell.

When: Friday, October 9 until Sunday, October 11

Where: 1043 Snake Hill Road, North Scituate, Rhode Island (Prepare for Friday rush-hour plus long weekend traffic; it can take anywhere from 90 mins to 3 hours to get there!)

More information will be sent out soon.

Questions? Contact the Gathering Team at [email protected].

09/05/2026

UPSeniors (formerly Growing Grandparents) is regrouping in September!

We are a participant-led group that gathers to share ideas, learn from book discussions, support one another, explore current topics of interest and concern, and to have fun together.

Please join us on Wednesday, September 9 at 10am on Zoom.

We will be checking in with each other on this summer's adventures, joys, and concerns.

We will also be doing some planning together for leadership and programming for the coming year.

Bring your ideas and visions for the group!

For further information, you can contact us at [email protected].

09/04/2026

Celebrate Susan’s 25 Years at United Parish!

Minister of Music Susan DeSelms is celebrating her 25th anniversary of blessing United Parish with her joy, enthusiasm, care, and musical talents and leadership.

We will gather on Sunday, September 27 at 12pm in the Chapel for special event with perhaps a few surprises.

Please join us to mark this occasion and cheers to another 25 years!

Contact [email protected] if you would like to help with planning or setup/cleanup.

09/04/2026

Adult Drop-In Bible Study

Beginning September 20, join us most Sundays at 10am in the Lindsay Room and on Zoom for a hybrid meeting. No prep needed, no cost, no commitment. Meet your friends, learn something, and build your faith. Contact [email protected].

09/03/2026

Check out this week's pastors' blog from Kent:

This summer’s worship series features members and friends Reporting the Good News, however they see it in the world around them. We look to Jesus’ inaugural sermon (Luke 4:14-19) and Isaiah 61 for our guidance about what God’s kind of Good News looks like: liberation for all of us. Summer wors...

09/03/2026

Shake, Wiggle, and Praise! Music for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Join us every Friday at 11am in the Choir Room for a joyful, 30-minute music and movement class designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents or caregivers.

While this class is faith-based—incorporating uplifting songs, playful movement, and engaging stories—we are proudly progressive, radically inclusive, and deeply affirming of all people, families, and cultures.

Every child and grown-up will find a warm, welcoming space to explore rhythm, build early coordination, and grow together in a community rooted in love and diversity.

It is the perfect opportunity to bond with your little one, burn off some morning energy, and connect with neighbors.

To learn more or ask questions, please contact Minister of Music Susan DeSelms at [email protected].

09/03/2026

Fall Jazz Sanctuary Concerts

Jazz Sanctuary returns for its second season with intimate one-of-a-kind performances in United Parish’s historic gothic sanctuary.

Spanning five nights from October to May, we will feature local jazz legends and some of the brightest rising stars in the international jazz scene.

Admission is "pay what you can" at the door, and directly supports our performing artists and fuels our mission to revitalize the sanctuary as a haven for music, community gatherings, and worship.

Fall concerts are on Friday nights, and are scheduled for Friday, October 23 and November 20 at 8pm.

Concert dates are still being finalized for February, March, and May of 2027, as we strive for a concert "rhythm" that works for everyone.

Tickets and more information about the lineups will be released soon.

Contact Minister of Music Susan DeSelms at [email protected].