First Church and Parish - Dedham

Welcome! If this is your first time here—or your first time a while—you’ll find lots of helpful information on our Visitor page. We look forward to greeting you… and together, connecting with that which is larger than any of us alone. We hope you’ll find a spiritual home here.
 
In the 380+ years of this congregation’s life so far, plenty has changed. Our commitment to living our Unitarian Universalist values with integrity, however, is constantly renewed. We are a living tradition! We are grateful for 18 years of stalwart ministry by the Rev. Rali Weaver. Now, over two years 2025-2027, we are making time and space for discernment about what’s next, who we want to become. We’ll ask, “what does it look like to put love at the center?” Whether you’re new or have been here for decades, look out for opportunities to discuss and shape the many ways we live out our ministry together—alongside (and as part of) our regular inspiring worship, religious exploration, community connection, and plenty of music!
 
From August to June, I am available by appointment to get acquainted and to tend together to what is on your heart. Over the summer, please contact the office with any urgent pastoral care requests.