Category: News

Stewardship Theme Contest

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Every year the Stewardship Committee develops a theme for the pledge campaign that will motivate and inspire generous giving. This year, we are trying something NEW and EXCITING!  We are giving EACH OF YOU a chance to come up with the theme for the 2026-2027 pledge campaign. From September 21st through October 12th, you will be able to submit your unique idea for consideration as the 2026-2027 Stewardship Theme. A ballot box and ballots will be available in the foyer, … Continue reading Stewardship Theme Contest

Plan Your Photo Shoot at FUSF!

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Jake Jacobson, talented local photographer and member of the FUSF congregation, will be offering 15-minute photography sessions in the FUSF Grove on October 11th from 9am–12 pm ONLY as a special fundraising event. 15-minute photo shoot includes 3 digital images PRICING:    (Compare these prices to a local “private photo session” pricing of 3 digital images for $250.  FUSF is a bargain!) Use this SIGN-UP GENIUS link to schedule your photo shoot.  We are so excited … Continue reading Plan Your Photo Shoot at FUSF!

Two New Staff Members Join FUSF Team!

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Office Administrator We are pleased to announce that we have hired Alison Green as our new office administrator. Alison is a lifelong-UU, and has worked professionally and as a volunteer for over twenty years in UU congregational settings. Her past church experience includes working as a Youth Programs Coordinator at First Parish Lexington, Membership & Leadership Coordinator at the Arlington Street Church, and Director of Newcomer Services and Office Administrator at All Souls Unitarian Church. … Continue reading Two New Staff Members Join FUSF Team!

FUSF Receives UUA Bennett Award!

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The First Universalist Society in Franklin is proud to announce it is one of only four congregations nationwide selected to receive this year’s prestigious Unitarian Unitarian Association’s (UUA) Bennett Award for Congregational Action on Human Justice and Social Action. The award to FUSF was in recognition of the congregation’s longstanding commitment to Food Justice and partnership with the Franklin Food Pantry.  The UUA award said, in part, “We were impressed by the intentionality you have … Continue reading FUSF Receives UUA Bennett Award!

Sara Allegretti Hired as Permanent Director of Religious Education!

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Sara Allegretti has accepted the Board of Trustees’ offer to move from the status of Acting Director of Religious Education to our permanent Director of Religious Education!  Sara has thoughtfully and effectively navigated her role as Acting DRE, bringing richness and engagement to the Times for All Ages, choosing and implementing curricula that match the needs of our children, collaborating seamlessly with other staff members and committees, and breathing life into our programming for older … Continue reading Sara Allegretti Hired as Permanent Director of Religious Education!