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The First Universalist Parish of Chester is a spiritual home for religious liberals.We celebrate those human values which inspire growth, creativity, and social responsibility in all people.
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A Unitarian Universalist
Congregation Serving the Chester Community Since
1845
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The First Universalist Parish of Chester
is located in the picturesque village of Chester, Vermont. Originally founded as a Universalist Church, it is now affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association. Worship services are held in the historic Old Stone Church, North Street (Route 103 North). We welcome guests of all (or no) religions and beliefs.
Services begin at 9:30 a.m. and are followed by light refreshments and conversation. Childcare is provided and all are welcome.
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January Services
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"Compassionate Action in this New Year"
Denise Warren, Lay Speaker
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10
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"Spiritual Leadership in Complicated, Changing Times"
Rev. Telos Whitfield, Minister and Madeline Bergstrom, Director of Religious Education
We know that we hold a range of definitions for what “spiritual” can mean! This service will explore how leadership can be in a congregation; define what it can mean to be a spiritual leader; and how our practices and beliefs can influence how we act and respond.
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17
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TBA
David Lord, Lay Speaker
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24
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"Caring For Our Own"
Rev. Telos Whitfield, Minister
This service will explore the current health care debate and struggles to ensure that people are cared for in a complicated time. In honor of the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we will look at ways that a congregation can support our leaders in finding ways to co-create a system to be just and equitable in an issue that crosses political, moral and ethical lines.
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31
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TBA
Sylvan Groth, Lay Leader
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Transcripts of Sermons
For more information, call (802) 875-3257, or email to:
info@chestervtuu.org
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