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.

January Services
3	"Compassionate Action in this New Year" Denise Warren, Lay Speaker
10	"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.
17	TBA David Lord, Lay Speaker
24	"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.
31	TBA Sylvan Groth, Lay Leader