First Universalist Parish of Derby Line, Vermont

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First Universalist Parish of Derby Line, Vermont

We are a welcoming congregation! The building of Derby Line’s first church, the Universalist, was started in 1839 and completed in 1840.

For about a year preceding the building of this church, service was held in the Scott Tavern and conducted by Rev. Norman Camp from Burlington. In 1871, the building was placed on a stonework foundation. The bell, cast in 1873, was hung shortly thereafter. In 1888, the seven large stained glass windows were installed. Finally, the historic tracker organ, which is still in use today, was placed in

the front of our sanctuary in 1892. Upon completion of the church edifice, subscribers met and the pews were sold at auction, $1,556 being realized from the sale. Pewholders, who represented several different denominations, then cast votes to see what denominations could supply the pulpit. The Episcopalians, having paid the most for their pews, were given first choice and Rev. Camp remained until 1842.

06/03/2026

Join us this Sunday
June 7, 2026:
10:30 am, Potluck to follow

Speaker: Elliot Cluba

Title: Activating the Healer Within

Synopsis: Elliot is a native food enthusiast, and can find edible wilds everywhere he goes. In this reflection, he will share some of his wild food insights (how to identify different plants, how to harvest, and tasty ways to include them in meals) as well as dabble into the ayurvedic principles of food to help us all flourish from the inside out.

From Elliot: "We all have an inner physician whose job is to guide us to finding the healthiest version of ourselves. This is a puzzle with many pieces, all of which we can find when we know where to look and how to listen. It is time for humanity to remember this truth.
I will offer teachings on whole foods and herbs, body psychology, connection to nature, fasting and detoxification, addiction, prayer, and overall transformation".

Bio: Elliot Cluba is a Vermont-based naturalist, herbalist, and primitive skills instructor. Based out of the Montgomery area, he is the owner of Herbs and Arrows, an educational program focused on ancestral earthcrafts and wilderness survival.

05/28/2026

Join us this Sunday, May 31st at 10:30 am with Potluck to follow.

Speaker: Randy Galbraith

Title: Free Software and our UU Values

Synopsis: Randy has been a member of the Free Software Foundation since 2008. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has recently raised concerns about how such technology is created and used. Do the principles of free software weigh in on this? Likewise, do our 7 UU principles provide guidance? Randy will explore the intersection between how software is created and distributed and social justice.

Musician: Janice Luce

05/27/2026

Click Here to view our June Newsletter and see what is happening at First Universalist Parish in June!

https://mailchi.mp/6d2fc93d36c9/your-june-connections-newsletter-for-fup-is-here

05/21/2026

This Sunday, May 24th
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will not be holding a service at First Universalist Parish.

We hope everyone has a Happy Memorial Day and we look forward to seeing you on May 31st!

05/03/2026

May Connections Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/4e0f46e45d62/see-what-is-happening-at-fup-in-may-17997557

04/27/2026

https://mailchi.mp/c2aea574172b/see-what-is-happening-at-fup-in-may
May Connections Newsletter-Click here to see what is happening at FUP next month! We have a lot going on and you won't want to miss it!

04/15/2026

Please join us this Sunday, April 19th at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome!
There is a potluck social hour after the service.

Speaker: Ed Nilson

Title: Earth Day and Arbor Day: Holidays of Great Importance

Synopsis: This coming week includes two of the most important "holidays" of the year: Earth Day and Arbor Day. Ed will reflect on both with us; provide a smidgeon of history with an underpinning of science and why these two dates are so important. As Edward Abbey said "Sentiment without action is the ruin of a soul".

Bio: Ed Nilson has happily embraced the ethic of being a "tree hugger" after working for the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) in Montana, Idaho, and Washington. He put himself through college fighting forest fires and leading research studies in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Ed's most recent conservationist venue was protecting wetlands nationwide in Washington, D.C. for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

Musician: Janice Luce

04/08/2026

Join us this Sunday April 12, 2026
10:30am, Potluck to follow

Speaker: Cassie Johnstone
Title: Money and Morality
Synopsis: Do you agree that money and the quest for wealth, in itself, is not moral or amoral? Does how you obtain your wealth affect how you use it? Does the intention behind its use control the narrative of its impact? Does having money bring a moral responsibility to those who hold it? We will ponder these questions and more in an effort to understand how money and wealth can challenge, intertwine, and align with our UU values.
Musician: Janice Luce

Following Potluck-Pastor Mike from Global Financial Impact will provide information about a few ways that we can use life insurance and legacy planning to support First Universalist Parish for years to come.

04/01/2026

Join us this Sunday April 5th, 2026 for:
Speaker-Kim Prangley
Title-The Biggest Beginning Humanity Has Ever Had

Synopsis-We know the world is a pretty disturbing and scary place for many right now. But we also know that before periods of great change, there are periods of great chaos. This service will provide an overview of a conversation between two world-class astrologers, Pamela Gregory from England and American Heather Ensworth as they discuss Heather's newest book "Astrological Ages and the Galactic Center-Ancient Wisdom in This Time of Transition". Humanity has a lot to look forward to, and we need to trust the plan!

All are welcome and we hope to see you there!

01/27/2026

Join us this coming Sunday February 1, 2026 - 10:30 am
Around The World in 100 Days

Speaker- Ginette Provost

Synopsis- In January of 2025, Ginette Provost departed Brooklyn, NY on a cruise that would take her through 6 continents and 20 countries. Ginette will join us to share her reflections on her journey, the experience of a learning-centered cruise adventure, the people she met, and the photographs of places she saw along the way.

Musician-Janice Luce

Address

112 Main Street
Derby Line, VT
05830

Telephone

+18024870997

Website

http://www.derbylineuu.org/

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