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Weekly Update
Friday, May 23, 2025
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The Sixth Sunday of Easter
May 25 at 10:00 a.m. (Hybrid)
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Join us for worship this Sunday as we celebrate the hard work of soon-to-be-Eagle Scout Luka Smith, dedicate our new accessible pews, and seek to understand one of the stories of Jesus’ healing power.
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Meeting ID: 826 8730 1128
Passcode: 386028
Dial in: 1 646 558 8656
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The bulletin is available HERE
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Meeting ID: 826 8730 1128
Passcode: 386028
Dial in: 1 646 558 8656
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The bulletin is available HERE
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UCW New Members Group
This Sunday, May 25 after church (Littlehale—lunch included!)
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We will welcome new members into our congregation with joy on Sunday, June 8th in worship (just in time for Annual Meeting)! If you're interested in joining with a small group of people learning about life in the UCW community and discerning formal membership -- whether you're new to the community or not-so-new but looking to go deeper -- you're welcome at our next New Members Group gatherings. The meeting will be after church this Sunday, May 25, in Littlehale and lunch will be provided. Join us!
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We’re heading into a season of joy, celebration, community, and preparation for the future over the next several weeks, and I wanted to be sure to lay it all out in one place so you can plan and save the dates. This weekend, we’ll celebrate and dedicate our new accessible pews in worship and have the second meeting of the spring New Members class immediately following.
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Next weekend, on Friday, May 30th, All-Comers Dinner is back, hosted by the Collins-Abbiati family! RSVP/Potluck signups went out earlier this week. Then, on Saturday from 9-12 at church, Jeannie Martin will lead a retreat/workshop on mapping your spiritual journey. This workshop is open to all adults in the congregation, and will be particularly fruitful for those thinking of leading worship this summer under our theme “I by my works will show you my faith,” from James 2:18. And most joyfully of all, we’ll celebrate both the baptism of UCW teen Maggie Bluestein and communion in worship on Sunday the 1st with our Annual Picnic to follow.
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Then, in the third of three busy weekends, Sunday June 8th will be both a New Members joining liturgy in worship and our Annual Meeting and lunch afterwards, as we celebrate the past church year and look forward to next year together. So much happening, and so many opportunities to be in community in faith, joy, and hope together!
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Loving God, hear the prayers
of your people gathered in this community.
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- We pray for all those within our community who are celebrating graduations: high school and college seniors, graduate students, and their teachers, families, and loved ones. In this season of transitions, God, we ask that you would bless and strengthen them for all that is to come, and give them hearts full of joy and celebration at what has already been.
- We offer our deep gratitude to you, O God, for drawing us together with our siblings from BTCC for joyful worship and service last Sunday.
- For all in our UCW community who are ill, or who are caring for loved ones. For all who grieve, God, we ask for the comfort of your presence, especially in this tender season.
- We pray for peace for your people all throughout the world. Teach us to beat our swords into plowshares, O God, and to sow wisdom and reap peace, justice, and joy.
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If you have other prayers of concern or celebration you
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would like lifted up in community, please email
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Yarisleidy Update
As most of you know our friend and former Church sponsored student, Yarisleidy, spent almost a year visiting us, working and studying in the US.
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Although her visit ended early, she moved forward by traveling to the Dominican Republic for work before she returns home to Nicaragua in July. She sends her very best to all and looks forward to seeing some of you in the future !
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Call for Annual Reports
If you are an officer of the church,
a committee chair, or a ministry team lead,
your Annual Report is due by This, Tuesday, May 27th.
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Connecting as Intergenerational Community
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All-Comers Dinner is Back!
Next Friday, May 30, 6:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m.
At The Home of
Alicia Collins & Tony Abbiati
128 Avalon Road,
Waban, MA 02468
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All are welcome to this night of food, fellowship, and fun. Bring a friend if you'd like! And bring a bathing suit! The pool is open so weather permitting we’ll have some swimming fun. We'll be enjoying a potluck meal during the evening, so, if possible, please sign up with something you can bring to share (enough for 3-4 people).
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Please RSVP HERE
Your RSVP helps us prepare and know who will attend. If you aren't able to bring something to share, please don't worry - your presence is plenty!
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Please RSVP as individuals or families; if you're signing up your family, make a note of who or how many will come in the comment section.
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What a blessing it will be to gather!
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Mapping Your Spiritual Journey
Saturday, May 31 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (In Person)
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Ever wanted to write about your spiritual journey? Or perhaps create a map of your own story?
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Join us Saturday morning May 31 for a simple and fun way to do this. We will use a combination of easy drawing exercises and short paragraphs to convey our spiritual development over time, and end with some writing and a timeline for you to take home.
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All adults in the community are invited to this time together. Coffee and muffins will be provided.
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Facilitator: Jeannie Martin
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Urban Gardens for Eco Justice
Local Climate Change Initiative
Saturday, May 31, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (In Person)
Carpooling from UCW at 9:45 a.m.
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Please note the time change: The new time is to allow the first two hours getting to know the community and sharing some food with each other and then beginning work in garden at 12:00 p.m.
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On Saturday, May 31 we will go to The Ellington Community Food Forest Garden at 103 Ellington Street in Dorchester, where we will be volunteering with the women of the Ellington Garden for a workday from 10:00-2:00 p.m. Drinks and snacks will be provided from 10:00 a.m. to noon and then work in garden begins at 12:00 p.m.
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We will carpool from the church leaving at 9.45 a.m. All you need is a water bottle, garden gloves, appropriate dress for yard work and readiness to make new friends and help to build a sustaining commitment to BFFC and this Dorchester community.
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Take a moment to go to Bostonfoodforest.org and learn about this amazing organization that is creatively addressing climate issues, eco justice, and fresh food to build healthy neighborhood communities . BFFC has started twelve forest gardens in Boston.
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Please confirm with Brita at 617-851-6871
or by email at [email protected]
if you can join us and if you want a ride or can offer one.
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Save the Date!
Boston Pride for the People
Saturday, June 14
UCW is gearing up to march in this year’s Pride for the People Parade on June 14! We're joining fellow Open and Affirming (aka, LGBTQ+ welcoming) UCC-affiliated congregations across Greater Boston to celebrate love, inclusion, and the vibrant spirit of Pride!
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Our group is ready to make a joyful noise and spread God’s love for all. If you’re ready to stand up, show your colors, and be part of this celebration, we’d love to have you join us! Phil Rounseville will be coordinating our UCW delegation so find him in worship to get more information and sign up.
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Children and Youth Ministry
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Sunday School
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In Sunday School this weekend, the children will gather with Pastor Amy for a fun time of learning and prayer. If weather permits, we may go outside, so please bring outdoor wear.
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Puerto Rico Trip Meeting
Next Meeting
Sunday, June 1, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Our Puerto Rico mission trip is fast approaching (June 21-28). We are finalizing our group flight list in the coming week (final names are due May 22). If you are interested in joining this great trip, or want to learn more, please be in touch with Pastor Amy ([email protected]). Our next meeting will in-person on June 1st!
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Making Space - Stewardship Campaign
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This year’s Stewardship theme is Making Space, Read the full letter from Chair Kent Wittler and the Stewardship Committee here .
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Submit Your Pledge HERE - Thank You!
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Live the Love & Justice Jesus Taught
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If you’re seeking ways to live out God’s love and justice at this moment in history, I invite you to look through the Southern New England Conference of the UCC’s new “Take Action” page on their website.
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Coffee Host Needed
Please consider volunteering!
Reception Sign-up: HERE
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Hosting a reception is a thoughtful expression of our hospitality, and it’s easier than you think! If you’re new to hosting, help is always available. Please consider volunteering for two dates this year.
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If you have questions, Kathy Malone is the point of contact : 617-365- 4960; [email protected].
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Sharing the Stories of Our Faith
Reading Scripture in Worship
For generations the stories and wisdom of our faith were only shared orally, and reading scripture out loud is still a central part of our worship and community. Please consider sharing your voice in worship this spring.
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Scripture Reader Sign-up: HERE
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Pastoral Care Connections
Please don't hesitate to reach out to Senior Pastor, Rev. Megan Berkowitz, or Associate Pastor for Youth & Families, Rev. Amy Clark Feldman for prayer or pastoral support.
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and her phone is 617-965-3893
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Most weeks, Friday is a day of Sabbath for Pastor Megan; Monday is Pastor Amy's day of Sabbath. With a pastoral emergency, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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We, the members of The Union Church in Waban, true to our founding principle of being an inclusive church, covenant together to nourish and to sustain in our common life and practice a fully welcoming and affirming church for all persons. Welcoming all persons who seek to join with us in a commitment to love God and our neighbors, affirming the inclusive love of Jesus, we are open to all, without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, nationality, ability or economic circumstance. We invite all to full participation in our worship, membership, leadership and life of this church.
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