Sermons

A Call to Creative Maladjustment!

Sermon Date: 
Jan 27, 2019

This is a one-week delayed sermon focused on MLK Jr. aspirations and a challenge for the congregation. The sermon was presented by the Reverend Lara K-J Campbell. 

MLK Jr. Breakfast & Program: The Nature of the Arc

Sermon Date: 
Jan 21, 2019

The Rev. Jeffrey M. McIlwain, Pastor of the North Star AME Zion Church, Newington, NH, and Chaplain of the Cumberland County Jail, gave the keynote talk at this year’s breakfast honoring the Reverend, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. During his talk, Rev. McIlwain drew on his 22 years of experience at the jail and his concerns about injustice. The audience will also hear him play bass and sing with the North Star Gospel Jazz Ensemble.

Thirty Days of Love

Sermon Date: 
Jan 13, 2019

The service and sermon was given by the Reverend K-J Campbell.

I Love a Good Mystery!

Sermon Date: 
Jan 6, 2019

This service and sermon was presented by our Board of Director, Amy Wood. 

New Year Affirmations!

Sermon Date: 
Dec 30, 2018

This service and sermon was presented by the Reverend Lara K-J Campbell.

The Night the Animals Talked

Sermon Date: 
Dec 24, 2018

An inspiring service for our candle light, Christmas eve celebration. Our Reverend Lara K-J Campbell led and presented this service with youth, members and friends engagement.

A Festuvus for the Rest of Us!

Sermon Date: 
Dec 23, 2018

This service and sermon takes us to a alternative and comical holiday celebration with a special message. The Reverend Lara K-J Campbell presented the sermon. 

The Song in Your Heart!

Sermon Date: 
Dec 9, 2018

This service focused on the role of music in our lives. The chalice story and homily were presented by Sally Keene, long time UU participant and member of First Parish since year 2002. 

Reverberation

Sermon Date: 
Dec 2, 2018

We were honored with a visit of the Caroling Bell Ringers from Christ Church in Kennebunk. What beautiful sounds were made reverberating in our Sanctuary. As well a compelling reading from Paul Beach and video with slow motion bell ringing effects. To top it off a memorable sermon from the Reverend Lara K-J Campbell!

Where Everybody Knows Your Name

Sermon Date: 
Nov 25, 2018

Our special guest, Bruce King presented his history on recovery from drugs and community importance. 

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