December 7, 2025

Hope Evergreen

The season of advent, which honors the practice of waiting expectantly for the joy of Christmas, is upon us. As we joyfully deck our own Meeting House with boughs of holly, we'll wonder together about waiting, hope, and preparing within the present moment.

Children and youth will be invited to assist with the decorations as part of the service, then participate in activities to anticipate the Dec. 14 Christmas pageant and gift-giving opportunities.

On December 21, our service will focus on the solstice and Hanukkah.

Please join us for a social hour after service for coffee, tea, refreshments and fellowship in the Parish House dining room.

Live Music at First Church

First Church and Parish in Dedham presents live music all throughout our Church Season. The schedule for the 2025/2026 church year is up and on our calendar and can also be accessed on our website. Tickets can also be purchased on the concert page.

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Unitarian Universalist congregations affirm and promote seven Principles, which we hold as strong values and moral guides. We live out these Principles within a “living tradition” of wisdom and spirituality, drawn from sources as diverse as science, poetry, scripture, and personal experience.

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First Church and Parish - Dedham

Worship at 10 am Sundays

Live Music at First Church

First Church and Parish in Dedham presents live music all throughout our Church Season. The schedule for the 2025/2026 church year is up and on our calendar and can also be accessed on our website. Tickets can also be purchased on the concert page.

Our Seven Principles

Unitarian Universalist congregations affirm and promote seven Principles, which we hold as strong values and moral guides. We live out these Principles within a “living tradition” of wisdom and spirituality, drawn from sources as diverse as science, poetry, scripture, and personal experience.