The United Parish of Upton, MA

The United Parish of Upton, MA Sunday Worship 9:30am
Home of the Soul Fuel Cafe, Community Supper, Food Pantry, Holiday Bazaar, & Early Learning Center.

LGBTQIA+ Affirming
UCC & UMC
We welcome YOU! We are an ONA/Reconciling center for community, growing spiritual character and religious integrity.. We are central to the life of the community with robust ministries in place including the Food Pantry, the Early Learning Center, the Soul Fuel Cafe, a monthly Community Supper Sept - June, sponsorship of Brownie, Scout Troops, the annual Upton Yard S

ale on Upton's Heritage Day in September, the Holiday Bazaar the 1st Saturday of December, Bible Study, Book Clubs, and so much more!

NOW OFFERING EXTENDED DAY PRESCHOOL UNTIL 3 PM!Open enrollment for the 2026-2027 ELC school year is underway! We have th...
06/17/2026

NOW OFFERING EXTENDED DAY PRESCHOOL UNTIL 3 PM!

Open enrollment for the 2026-2027 ELC school year is underway! We have three preschool classrooms and a before and after school program as well. Programs include:

Moonbeams- ages 2.9-3 , Tuesday/Thursday 9:00-11:30
Comets - ages 3-4, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 -12:30
Allstars - ages 4-5, Monday - Friday, 9:00 -1:00

The Extended Day Preschool add-on is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for Comets and Allstars. Ask about it when you inquire!

Our before and after school program is for school aged children attending Memorial Elementary School in Upton. Children are transported by bus to and from Memorial.

Check out our website: unitedparishelc.org

Please be sure to spread the word about our fabulous school to anyone you know who might be looking for a program for their child. They can contact Robin Jokela by email ([email protected]) or phone 508-529-6382 with questions or to arrange a tour.

Thank you to for finding and curating a selection of multicultural, bilingual, and faith based children’s books for our...
06/16/2026

Thank you to for finding and curating a selection of multicultural, bilingual, and faith based children’s books for our church’s Prayground! We are so grateful our littlest members have such fabulous books to enjoy and learn from as they grow into compassionate and understanding people

June 14, 2026Annual Meeting during worship - all members are encouraged to attend to vote on the 2026-2027 budget and ap...
06/13/2026

June 14, 2026
Annual Meeting during worship - all members are encouraged to attend to vote on the 2026-2027 budget and approve our committee leaders.
Matthew 9:20-22
Worship at 9:30 am in the Sanctuary
You are welcome here! We are an Open and Affirming/Reconciling Congregation of the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church
Service will be followed by fellowship Soul Fuel Cafe
Worship service also on youtube here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/UnitedParishUpton/featured
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www.unitedparishupton.org
www.soulfuel.org
www.unitedparishelc.org

Free filing cabinet! It’s very sturdy but does not lock, and one handle needs to be screwed back in. Taker is responsibl...
06/04/2026

Free filing cabinet! It’s very sturdy but does not lock, and one handle needs to be screwed back in. Taker is responsible for moving it/transporting it. If you are interested, please contact Ryan in the church office at 508-529-3192

06/02/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

Today kicks off Pride Month, and we'll be at the Cleveland Pride events this weekend. Where and how are you celebrating Pride Month this year?

👇🏾 Drop your event details, photos, etc. in the comments!

🏳️‍🌈 Check out UCC's Love is Louder initiative & resources, and all of the ways we are participating in and supporting Pride Month (this month and year round!): https://ow.ly/AQBq50S5mEF

👕 Grab some affirming merch through our UCC Resources Pride Shop: https://www.uccresources.com/collections/lgbtq

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who gave their lives for the United States. Thank you to the Town of Upton and the Upton VFW for the meaningful ceremony honoring Memorial Day. Pastor Emily was privileged in giving the Benediction for this ceremony, which you can read for your own reflection here:

God of liberation and justice
hear our prayers for all who strive for peace,
and all who yearn for fairness.

Help us, as we remember the cost of war today,
to work for a better tomorrow; and as we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, may we put our faith in your future.

May our memorials reinvigorate our resolve to build a world beyond war and violence, creating a beloved community that transcends all limits.

We invoke the courage of our loved ones whose lives were taken by war, not to valorize violence, but to hold ourselves to a standard to build a world worthy of their sacrifice, where our children can grow and learn without fear.

Bless us, O God of many names, who dedicate our powers today to the making of peace in the world; in their memory, and for the sake of love and equity.

Let us go with the light who guides us on our way, to walk the path of the Lord. May we go forth and live in ways so all of God’s beloved children may thrive.

May you, the God of Encouragement, our constant companion, lead us along paths of solidarity and hope, and give us the joy of being united in perfect love. Let it be so, Amen.

Interested in helping United Parish revitalize and rededicate our memorial plants and Church St lawn? In partnership wit...
05/19/2026

Interested in helping United Parish revitalize and rededicate our memorial plants and Church St lawn? In partnership with The Estuary Grief Support Group and the United Methodist Foundation, we are planting and installing a low maintenance, native plant, memorial garden alongside the building on Church St. This garden is in loving memory of all our loved ones, and special attention has been made to incorporate and preserve previously donated memorial plants. Join us on Saturday May 23 beginning at 9 am to dig holes, plant flowers and bushes, and provide moral support! We will paint stones to decorate the garden as well. Bagels and coffee will be provided.

May 17, 2026Seventh Sunday of Easter/Senior Sunday2 Kings 4:1-7Worship at 9:30 am in the SanctuaryYou are welcome here! ...
05/16/2026

May 17, 2026
Seventh Sunday of Easter/Senior Sunday
2 Kings 4:1-7
Worship at 9:30 am in the Sanctuary
You are welcome here! We are an Open and Affirming/Reconciling Congregation of the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church
Service will be followed by fellowship Soul Fuel Cafe
Worship service also on youtube here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/UnitedParishUpton/featured
——
www.unitedparishupton.org
www.soulfuel.org
www.unitedparishelc.org
Illustration by Leanne Luetkemeyer

OPEN ENROLLMENTOpen enrollment for the 2026-2027 ELC school year is underway! We have three preschool classrooms and a b...
05/12/2026

OPEN ENROLLMENT

Open enrollment for the 2026-2027 ELC school year is underway! We have three preschool classrooms and a before and after school program as well. Programs include:

Moonbeams- ages 2.9-3 , Tuesday/Thursday 9:00-11:30
Comets - ages 3-4, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 -12:30
Allstars - ages 4-5, Monday - Friday, 9:00 -1:00

Our before and after school program is for school aged children attending Memorial Elementary School in Upton. Children are transported by bus to and from Memorial.

Check out our website: unitedparishelc.org

Please be sure to spread the word about our fabulous school to anyone you know who might be looking for a program for their child. They can contact Robin Jokela by email ([email protected]) or phone 508-529-6382 with questions or to arrange a tour.

Address

1 Church Street
Upton, MA
01568

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9am - 2:30pm
Friday 9am - 2:30pm
Sunday 9am - 11am

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