In keeping with the Safe Congregation Plan of First Parish, members of Buildings and Grounds have updated the fire safety needs of the church. Areas addressed have included an inspection by the Lexington Fire Department, increased number of fire extinguishers, … Read the rest

The next meeting of the program, “Are You a New Empty Nester?” takes place on Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:30pm in the Common Room. This program offers a place to talk about the changes, challenges, and joys of having either … Read the rest

From the earliest times people have found ways to honor their loved ones. From Samhain to Halloween to All Souls Day we celebrate our connections to those who have come before us.  Please bring a photo or small object which … Read the rest

Submissions to the November issue of The Focalpoint are due on Monday, October 24th. Please send committee, program, and other important church-related news to Jane Foley by 10 a.m. at admin@fplex.org.

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Did you know that First Parish participates in a fundraising program through Ecophones? This program returns a portion of the proceeds of the usable parts to First Parish. Ecophones recycles the metals and properly disposes of the hazardous materials. You … Read the rest

All are welcome to attend this monthly gathering for games and pizza! Please join Rev. Anne and Sadie Kahn-Greene for some group games and board and card games. If you have a favorite game to share, please bring it along!… Read the rest

The Great Fall Auction is fast approaching – make sure November 19th is on your calendar. Doors open at 6 PM; silent auction bidding goes from 6-7:30 PM; the live auction starts at 7:30 PM.

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How often do you get to attend a World Premier? If you’re like me … never!  This coming Sunday can change that for everyone as the choir will perform Rip Jackson’s original composition “The Tables Turned” during the Sunday service. … Read the rest

The exciting performance of Folk Music – instrumental and choral – is coming very soon to our historic church. It is an outstanding event that deserves a special and welcoming reception after the program. Offering to donate cookies and cold … Read the rest

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This Sunday, the sanctuary choir will debut Rip Jackson’s new gospel composition “The Tables Turned.” Rip composed this lively anthem with a donation from Lewis Counts during the November 2015 Auction at First Parish in Lexington. It is dedicated to … Read the rest

Guantanamo, Vietnam, Mid-East and Human Rights Discussion

All are welcomed to the monthly meeting of the Lexington chapter of Amnesty International. The meeting will be held this coming Sunday, October 23rd at 1 pm, here at First Parish in the … Read the rest

Members of the First Parish Violence Prevention Task Force have been busy at work formulating an evacuation plan for any potential threats from violent intruders. This follows a Violence Prevention Workshop for Houses of Worship held last March at Temple … Read the rest

This Sunday, Rev. Anne Mason will reflect on one of our modern prophets, Leonard Cohen, and how his song “Hallelujah” encourages us to find healing by singing in the midst of love or in the midst of pain. When we … Read the rest

First Parish Members and Friends,

The Parish Board is seeking a First Parish member to serve as the Parish Clerk. The Clerk is the member of the Board who is responsible for taking and publishing minutes of all Board meetings. … Read the rest