First Parish of Watertown

06/10/2026

Sunday, June 14, 2026 - 10:30 am ET
“The Necessity of the Bridge," Rev. Kyle M. Belmont

This Bridging Sunday service is for all ages and will specifically focus on our shared value of transformation. Our service will feature music shared by some of our youngest, and will invite all gathered to participate in a bridging ritual. Through the ritual of bridging we will be asked to consider the various threshold moments that appear in our shared lives.

If you would like the Zoom link to dial in, please email [email protected] before 12 o’clock noon on Friday.

06/05/2026

Self-Defense Seminar!
Learn Practical Jiu-Jitsu Techniques
Jiu-Jitsu is a practical self-defense-focused martial art that emphasizes techniques people of any size can use to protect themselves.
When: Sunday, June 7th | 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Where: FPW Social Hall (Downstairs)
FPW member Justin Gordon, certified Japanese Jiu-Jitsu instructor and second-degree black belt, offers a free beginner-friendly seminar. Discover practical self-defense techniques accessible to everyone!
“What I love most about teaching martial arts is seeing how it builds confidence and resilience. While self-defense skills are practical, the deeper lesson I’ve found is that they are rooted in self-respect and care for oneself--in other words, love. In a difficult situation, the strength to protect yourself often comes from loving yourself more than the hate of the attacker. In that sense, the values behind this training feel very aligned with the spirit of our FPW community.”

06/03/2026

Sunday, June 7, 2026 - 10:30am
"We Answer the Call of Love,” Rev. Sophia Lyons

We will celebrate our LGBTQIA+ siblings this Sunday through word, prayer, song, blessing, and LOTS of rainbows! This worship service will celebrate the flourishing of Pride, center q***r voices, and invite us to answer the Call of Love.

If you haven’t been at church for awhile–this service is calling your name. Let’s let Love Guide Us home to one another this Sunday. See you at church–and wear your Rainbow Pride if you have it!

If you are interested in the Zoom link for the service, please email [email protected] before Friday 12 noon ET.

05/28/2026

Sunday, May 31, 2026 - 10:30am ET
“We Thank You,” Rev. Sophia Lyons

We will close out this month’s theme of Rituals by focusing on the transformative power of appreciation and gratitude in a community. Whether you are new to FPW or not, serve as a leader or not, we all come bearing gifts that deserve honoring.

This Sunday we will ritualize the thanking of one another for the gifts freely shared with this community–seen and unseen. See you at church!

If you are interested in the Zoom link for the service, please email [email protected] before Friday 12 noon ET.

05/20/2026

Sunday, May 24, 2026 - 10:30am ET
“This Great Pull,” Rev. Sophia Lyons

This Sunday we will hear about the ways that some indigenous cultures ritualize community healing and conflict resolution when hurt or misunderstanding descend. Let’s consider how wisdom teachings such as these might speak to our own treasured Unitarian Universalist beliefs and values!

Our sacred circle is made stronger because of you–come to church and take your place in it. See you Sunday!

If you are interested in the Zoom link for the service, please email [email protected] before Friday 12 noon ET.

05/16/2026

05/13/2026

Sunday, May 17, 2026 - 10:30am ET
“Why We Come to Church,” Rev. Sophia Lyons

As we continue to work with May’s theme of ‘ritual’ we will consider the many rituals we engage in as Unitarian Universalists, and as friends and members of First Parish. We might ask ourselves: what’s the story beneath some of our treasured rituals? and why do we do them? If you are seeking for renewal, meaning, and the genuine love of a community, then slow down and worship with us this Sunday!

If you are interested in the Zoom link for the service, please email [email protected] before Friday noon ET.

05/07/2026

Sunday, May 10, 2026 - 10:30am ET
“Entering the Great Pure Ocean,” with Sensei Morris Sullivan and Rev. Sophia Lyons

As Unitarian Universalists we believe that there are a myriad ways to touch fingers with the Divine. This Sunday let’s look to the Buddhist tradition as we come together to celebrate the Buddha’s birthday, otherwise known as Vesak! We will reflect on Buddhist teachings that will help to open our hearts and fill us with spiritual peace, as well as partake in a beautiful communal ritual together. You are not going to want to miss this special worship service!

05/03/2026

It's time for the annual Diverse Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries public worship service!!!

This year's is called "We Ride at Dawn: Showing Up No Matter What." These are always stellar events!

Registration is in the link below:

05/02/2026

TWO Self-defense workshops!
SUNDAY, MAY 3rd 1-2pm
Sunday, June 7th 1-2pm

FPW member Justin Gordon is offering our community the opportunity to empower ourselves (and have fun!) by teaching two self-defense workshops on Sunday, 5/3 and Sunday 6/7. They will be offered in the social hall between 1:00 and 2 pm. Comfortable clothes and sneakers are recommended, and we will be working in partners. Suitable for all levels - Come join us!!