First Unitarian Society in Newton
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The First Unitarian Society in Newton, a member of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations, is a spiritually nurturing and socially responsive community serving the people of Newton, Massachusetts, and nearby communities.  Learn more about this liberal faith and a community that values spiritual growth, social action, and camaraderie.

News & Notes

  • Read FUSNews for May 19-June 1, 2013

    A Note from Erin on monthly lunches; Musings on special musical offerings this spring; Committee reports are due May 31; Board commentary on an “inclusive, growing community”; Budget Drive results; Boston Pride prep; Meet the new members; Second Collection on May 19; Vespers June 9; Cash your checks!; Outdoor tennis anyone?; Thanks UUs.

  • Come to Vespers June 9 on the Theme of Gratitude

    For a Vespers service on June's theme of gratitude, Vermilion sings the amazing, ancient "Nunc Dimittus" (Song of Simeon), always partnered with the Magnificat, and this time set polyphonically by none other than Palestrina. Our guest, wonderful, exquisite pianist, Lois Shapiro, will join us again as we sing a Bach chorale with piano ornamentation, Purcell's serene "Evening Hymn," and Gabriel Fauré's divine "Cantique de Jean Racine." Join us for music, poetry, peace. Amy LeClair

  • Read Budget Updates: Now Online

    The Finance Committee has just provided an update on FUSN's Operating Budget in a summary and in a spreadsheet. Visit the Finance-Budget News page to review the facts and figures.

  • Time for the Sandy Island Retreat

    Join some 200 of your FUSN friends on beautiful Sandy Island on Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27. Stay in rustic cabins at the family YMCA camp in Lake Winnepesauke, NH, for a weekend of activities, walks, kayaking, and more. Learn more about this annual community retreat.

  • Ponder Something New in Adult RE Courses

    Check the new January-May 2013 catalogue for free, open-to-the-all courses including Social Class in American Life: The Assumptions We Make; Parents Of High School Teens Support Group; The Deep River Within; and Honoring Our Religious Heritage.

  • Use iVolunteer to Sign Up to Help Out

    Want to usher or greet on Sundays? Use FUSN's new online tool to sign up. Go to iVolunteer online and choose a date and a role, or you can sign up on the list in the hallway across from the office. To help decorate the chancel, talk Betsy Leavitt.

  • What the Congregation Said in Open Question Sessions

    Find out how the Board of Trustees’ three Open Question sessions informed their considerations about FUSN’s potential growth and topics including the congregation’s brand, outreach, and spiritual and relational issues. Read an overview of the discussions.

  • Curious about Chalice Circles? Read the Participants’ Guide

    Chalice Circles, now forming at FUSN, encourage people in their spiritual growth and help them develop relationships of substance and depth. The primary subject matter of these monthly gatherings will mirror the monthly worship themes. Learn about the purpose and practice of Chalice Circles and how you can get involved.

  • Missed a Sermon? Hear It Online

    If you missed a FUSN sermon or want a second opportunity to hear it, go to the Sermons web page and listen to the audio file. You will find most (but perhaps not all) of the recent sermons.

  • Read about the Tab's Person of the Week Erin Splaine

    The Newton Tab recently profiled FUSN's minister. Download the Newton Person of the Week: Erin Splaine article or go directly to the Tab page.

  • Use FUSN Communications to Connect

    Check the updated FUSN Communications page to see FUSNews deadlines, how to get your event on the home page Upcoming Events column, when notices are due for the order of service, and how to update your email address on the group email lists, and more.

  • Join FUSN's Other Online Communities

    Members of FUSN community care about each other in lots of ways. Many great frienships start at FUSN and provide personal support for a lifetime. You can expand your connections online by connecting with FUSN's two Facebook pages: you can join FUSN's Facebook group (and add your comments) or visit FUSN's official Facebook page to read news.

We come together in an open community that honors freedom of belief, to encourage spiritual growth in ourselves and our children, to share the wisdom of the many religious traditions, with reverence for the earth and in service to humanity.
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