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Weekly Newsletter of the

First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton

January 16, 2025

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Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 10:15am

Worship Service: Broken Open

Sanctuary Boston


We long to heal from trauma, to practice restorative justice, to recover from addiction, to purify our hearts, to repair the world: to fix ourselves and each other. But how do we live in a world that can’t be put back together? What might we miss when our focus is on erasing damage and restoring usefulness? What can disabled, mad, and trans thought teach us about the difference between goodness and being good for something power and money understands? What might be holy about falling apart? Music will be led by Ashley Mulcaire & other members of the Sanctuary Boston band (Taiward Wider, Callie Jennings). Sanctuary Boston is a community of vibrant worship and real connection, grounded in Unitarian Universalism and open to seekers of all kinds. Sanctuary is an all-ages community that centers the leadership and experiences of young adults.


Join Us On Zoom: https://bit.ly/fuusn-worship-2024-2025


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A stylized logo in teal of two cupped hands holding three simple human figures, with the letters, "JFS"

Split the Plate: JFS of MetroWest


In January, the Board and Ops Council have approved an experiment with a new way to do the offering called “Split the Plate.” Each month, except for our Stewardship month, a new task force will choose one local, national, or international organization to share our collection. Half of the funds we raise during worship or that are contributed to the collection online during the month will go to that organization and half will go to FUUSN’s annual budget. If you are interested in becoming part of that task force or if you have ideas for organizations to support, please email Rev. Debra.

January's recipient is JFS of MetroWest, which is working diligently to settle as many refugees and asylees as they can before the next administration takes office. Rev. Debra had the opportunity to meet and listen to their executive director at a meeting on immigration convened by the Massachusetts Council of Churches in December, and an urgent appeal was made for funds. Learn more...

Events This Sunday

Over 60s Presentation: Philosophic Religion, FUUSN's Heritage

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 12pm, Alliance Room

Arthur Anderson, JD. Author, Researcher


As a religion researcher, Arthur Anderson will trace the classical Greek philosophical religious way of life perspective to their resurrection in the 19th century Transcendental movement and the founders of FUUSN. Arthur’s expansive historical perspective powerfully enlarges our understanding of our UU roots and FUUSN’s foundation. Discussion and lunch bites. Learn more.

Greeter Team Training

Sunday January 26, 2025 after service


We are seeking new members for our team of people who welcome visitors and newcomers to FUUSN each week before the service. If you are extroverted, love FUUSN, and can volunteer at least twice a month, please join current greeters for a training on how to best welcome and engage visitors. Sign up here. Current greeters, please sign up as well.  

Sunday, January 26

11:45am-1pm: Band Rehearsal, Sanctuary

12-1:30pm: Over 60s Presentation: Philosophical Religion, Alliance Room & Zoom

12-1:30: New Greeter Training, Children's Chapel

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