SUNDAY SERVICE
All are Welcome to Sunday Service at 10:30 am
Services are held on Sundays at 10:30 am in the Sanctuary, followed by an informal coffee hour. Assistive listening devices and large print orders of service are available. Images and song lyrics are shown on a large screen at the front of the church. Service is live-streamed on Zoom and on Facebook.
The Zoom link for services is https://zoom.us/j/96571006038
If the technology is a barrier, you can call in by phone 646-558-8656
and enter Meeting ID: 965 7100 6038
Exterior doors are locked while we are in service. If you arrive at the church after 10:30 am, please ring the bell at the RAMP door and an usher will be happy to let you in.
Our Food for the Soul Potluck Brunch is in-person only in the Parish Hall. It is not streamed on Zoom or FaceBook. All are welcome, please enter at ramp door on Charles Street.
The Zoom link for services is https://zoom.us/j/96571006038
If the technology is a barrier, you can call in by phone 646-558-8656
and enter Meeting ID: 965 7100 6038
Exterior doors are locked while we are in service. If you arrive at the church after 10:30 am, please ring the bell at the RAMP door and an usher will be happy to let you in.
Our Food for the Soul Potluck Brunch is in-person only in the Parish Hall. It is not streamed on Zoom or FaceBook. All are welcome, please enter at ramp door on Charles Street.
February 2 at 10:30 am
Food for the Soul Potluck Brunch.
Our theme:
Inclusion: What Gifts are You Holding in Exile? –
We begin with a welcome and a chalice lighting, after which we join together to enjoy food and fellowship. Please bring a dish to share; an ingredient list is helpful in case of allergies.
This is a special service that we call Food for the Soul. It is a lay-led service for connection, reflection, and inspiration designed to give us a chance to reflect individually, to know our fellow travelers on life’s journey, and to let ourselves be known. All are welcome.
February 9 at 10:30 am
Rev Elizabeth Nguyen
Teaching Life
Spoken word artist and human rights activist Rafeef Ziadah’s poem “We teach life, sir” has become a call to affirm life amidst devastation. What does it look like to teach life when there is so much death?
Rev. Elizabeth Nguyen co-directs the National Bail Fund Network with Community Justice Exchange. She is a Unitarian Universalist community minister affiliated with First Parish in Malden and part of the founding team of the Beyond Bond Fund in Boston.
February 16 at 10:30 am
Cluster Shared Service at Unity Church 13 Main Street, North Easton
Womanist Wisdom
In February, we celebrate Black History Month. Wisdom from African American history shows a tradition of women making a way out of no way. Sojourner Truth, Fannie Lou Hamer, Alice Walker, and others have shown a wisdom of living well in spite of a world that has the deck stacked against you. Let us learn from this tradition to guide us in the days and weeks to come where we will find our way.
Dr. Andrew Tripp, Minister
Unity Church Band
Plan to join us for Sunday Service at the Unity Church of North Easton. Unity gathers in a beautiful historic building with stunning stained glass windows. The service will feature a reflection from Dr. Andrew Tripp; the Unity Band will add to the service.
Try to carpool so everyone who wants to can attend. Alternatively, you can join via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86744282987?pwd=Nk84YitwT0FPSnUrTnFtZHU3d2gxQT09#success
Accessibility: If you arrive early, parking spots may be available in the horseshoe driveway in front of the church. The accessible doorway is the furthest door on the right as you face the building. Once inside, walk to the left into the sanctuary. More parking can be found at the rear of the church. Those who park there need to walk uphill on the driveway to the front of the building.
February 23 at 10:30 am
Rev Kathy Schmitz
Welcome to My Lily Pad
It has been suggested that we grow most when we approach the edge of our current understanding. A willingness to explore those edges allows us to widen our circles. How do we help create opportunities for growth and how do we make the most of them?
Rev. Kathy Schmitz is an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister. Her first ministry was at All Souls Church from 1999-2007. She is eternally grateful for that opportunity and is delighted to be back with us today.
Since leaving All Souls, Rev, Kathy has served congregations in Texas, Miami, and Orlando, as both a settled and an interim parish minister. For the last 6 years she has served a number of congregations as a guest speaker and consultant. Rev. Kathy’s home is in Orlando with her husband Charlie Behrens. They have two adult daughters and four fabulous grandsons. She currently serves as the President of League of Women Voters of Orange County, FL. Originally from New England, Rev. Kathy was a software engineer before entering seminary. She has a Master of Divinity (M.Div) from Andover Newton Theological School and BS in Computer Science from Cornell University’s College of Engineering.
Sunday, March 2 10:30 am
In Brockton
The All Souls community has been invited by our friends at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Brockton to join them for a Food for the Soul program on March 2. They have invited a special musical duo, Steve Gretz and Lisa Lee (aka “The Gretz”) to participate in the program, which is themed, “Music and Moral Faith”.
Be sure to mark your calendars for 10:30 am on March 2 in Brockton. The church is located at 325 W Elm St, Brockton Unfortunately, they do not have official access but have offered to carry a chair down and up, and assist with the three steps to the Hall. Alternatively, they have a couple of ramps for a pickup truck, and have offered to carefully wheel someone down. If you have mobility issues, please consider this when planning to attend.
Sunday, March 9 10:30 am
Rev Paul Langston -Daley
Sunday, March 16 10:30 am
Irish Stew and family heritage
Joe Maloney
Sunday, March 23 at 10:30 am
Let the Mystery Be
Please join us for our Sunday Service with Carole Bundy, Molly Ruggles and Will McMillan. They will explore the subject of mystery and the challenges of learning to live with the unknown. Songs include "Holy Now," by Peter Mayer and "Let The Mystery Be" by Iris Dement.
Carole Bundy, Will McMillan, and Molly Ruggles are excited to bring their music ministry to All Souls Church of Braintree, UU. For the past seven years, they have been performing together — sharing songs in rich three-part harmony — in churches and on stages and porches throughout New England. Their programs include original songs and inspirational favorites from the American songbook, with audience participation encouraged. Accompanying the group on piano, Molly is a former music director at UU Medford, where Carole is an active member. You can find them singing on Pandora, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube and other streaming platforms, or you can listen to their music by clicking here.
Sunday, March 30 at 10:30 am
Singing Meditation Service!
with Don and Emily
Discover a path to deeper mindfulness through the harmonious blend of singing, meditation, and drumming. We invite you to join us for an immersive experience designed to cultivate presence, inner peace, and a heightened sense of self.
No prior singing experience is necessary – this is about freeing your voice, connecting with your breath, and experiencing the joy of sound as a tool for relaxation and emotional release.
Feel the rhythm and energy of drumming, a primal and ancient practice that connects us to our bodies and to each other. Engage in group drumming to awaken your senses, release tension, and create a sense of unity and shared experience.
This service is designed for anyone seeking to deepen their mindfulness practice, regardless of experience level. Come prepared to explore, connect, and discover the profound benefits of integrating singing, meditation, and drumming. Join us and embark on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace.
Food for the Soul Potluck Brunch.
Our theme:
Inclusion: What Gifts are You Holding in Exile? –
We begin with a welcome and a chalice lighting, after which we join together to enjoy food and fellowship. Please bring a dish to share; an ingredient list is helpful in case of allergies.
This is a special service that we call Food for the Soul. It is a lay-led service for connection, reflection, and inspiration designed to give us a chance to reflect individually, to know our fellow travelers on life’s journey, and to let ourselves be known. All are welcome.
February 9 at 10:30 am
Rev Elizabeth Nguyen
Teaching Life
Spoken word artist and human rights activist Rafeef Ziadah’s poem “We teach life, sir” has become a call to affirm life amidst devastation. What does it look like to teach life when there is so much death?
Rev. Elizabeth Nguyen co-directs the National Bail Fund Network with Community Justice Exchange. She is a Unitarian Universalist community minister affiliated with First Parish in Malden and part of the founding team of the Beyond Bond Fund in Boston.
February 16 at 10:30 am
Cluster Shared Service at Unity Church 13 Main Street, North Easton
Womanist Wisdom
In February, we celebrate Black History Month. Wisdom from African American history shows a tradition of women making a way out of no way. Sojourner Truth, Fannie Lou Hamer, Alice Walker, and others have shown a wisdom of living well in spite of a world that has the deck stacked against you. Let us learn from this tradition to guide us in the days and weeks to come where we will find our way.
Dr. Andrew Tripp, Minister
Unity Church Band
Plan to join us for Sunday Service at the Unity Church of North Easton. Unity gathers in a beautiful historic building with stunning stained glass windows. The service will feature a reflection from Dr. Andrew Tripp; the Unity Band will add to the service.
Try to carpool so everyone who wants to can attend. Alternatively, you can join via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86744282987?pwd=Nk84YitwT0FPSnUrTnFtZHU3d2gxQT09#success
Accessibility: If you arrive early, parking spots may be available in the horseshoe driveway in front of the church. The accessible doorway is the furthest door on the right as you face the building. Once inside, walk to the left into the sanctuary. More parking can be found at the rear of the church. Those who park there need to walk uphill on the driveway to the front of the building.
February 23 at 10:30 am
Rev Kathy Schmitz
Welcome to My Lily Pad
It has been suggested that we grow most when we approach the edge of our current understanding. A willingness to explore those edges allows us to widen our circles. How do we help create opportunities for growth and how do we make the most of them?
Rev. Kathy Schmitz is an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister. Her first ministry was at All Souls Church from 1999-2007. She is eternally grateful for that opportunity and is delighted to be back with us today.
Since leaving All Souls, Rev, Kathy has served congregations in Texas, Miami, and Orlando, as both a settled and an interim parish minister. For the last 6 years she has served a number of congregations as a guest speaker and consultant. Rev. Kathy’s home is in Orlando with her husband Charlie Behrens. They have two adult daughters and four fabulous grandsons. She currently serves as the President of League of Women Voters of Orange County, FL. Originally from New England, Rev. Kathy was a software engineer before entering seminary. She has a Master of Divinity (M.Div) from Andover Newton Theological School and BS in Computer Science from Cornell University’s College of Engineering.
Sunday, March 2 10:30 am
In Brockton
The All Souls community has been invited by our friends at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Brockton to join them for a Food for the Soul program on March 2. They have invited a special musical duo, Steve Gretz and Lisa Lee (aka “The Gretz”) to participate in the program, which is themed, “Music and Moral Faith”.
Be sure to mark your calendars for 10:30 am on March 2 in Brockton. The church is located at 325 W Elm St, Brockton Unfortunately, they do not have official access but have offered to carry a chair down and up, and assist with the three steps to the Hall. Alternatively, they have a couple of ramps for a pickup truck, and have offered to carefully wheel someone down. If you have mobility issues, please consider this when planning to attend.
Sunday, March 9 10:30 am
Rev Paul Langston -Daley
Sunday, March 16 10:30 am
Irish Stew and family heritage
Joe Maloney
Sunday, March 23 at 10:30 am
Let the Mystery Be
Please join us for our Sunday Service with Carole Bundy, Molly Ruggles and Will McMillan. They will explore the subject of mystery and the challenges of learning to live with the unknown. Songs include "Holy Now," by Peter Mayer and "Let The Mystery Be" by Iris Dement.
Carole Bundy, Will McMillan, and Molly Ruggles are excited to bring their music ministry to All Souls Church of Braintree, UU. For the past seven years, they have been performing together — sharing songs in rich three-part harmony — in churches and on stages and porches throughout New England. Their programs include original songs and inspirational favorites from the American songbook, with audience participation encouraged. Accompanying the group on piano, Molly is a former music director at UU Medford, where Carole is an active member. You can find them singing on Pandora, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube and other streaming platforms, or you can listen to their music by clicking here.
Sunday, March 30 at 10:30 am
Singing Meditation Service!
with Don and Emily
Discover a path to deeper mindfulness through the harmonious blend of singing, meditation, and drumming. We invite you to join us for an immersive experience designed to cultivate presence, inner peace, and a heightened sense of self.
No prior singing experience is necessary – this is about freeing your voice, connecting with your breath, and experiencing the joy of sound as a tool for relaxation and emotional release.
Feel the rhythm and energy of drumming, a primal and ancient practice that connects us to our bodies and to each other. Engage in group drumming to awaken your senses, release tension, and create a sense of unity and shared experience.
This service is designed for anyone seeking to deepen their mindfulness practice, regardless of experience level. Come prepared to explore, connect, and discover the profound benefits of integrating singing, meditation, and drumming. Join us and embark on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace.
Gymnopedie No 3 by Satie performed by Judy Cobble, open source video compilation by Maggy Evans
ADDRESS
196 Elm Street, corner of Church and Elm streets, in Braintree, MA
Mail to PO Box 850219, Braintree, MA 02185
781-843-1388