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Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: A Discussion Series

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Mondays from October 2–November 6 7–8.30 pm, at the Meetinghouse Please join us at the First Universalist Society in Franklin for an engaging spiritual journey, centered around the groundbreaking PBS six-episode series. World-renown mythologist and professor of religion Joseph Campbell and journalist Bill Moyers discuss myths as metaphors and the path to transcendence in dialogues that adroitly span millennia of history and far-flung geography. We will view each episode, and then engage in a lively discussion of … Continue reading Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: A Discussion Series

FUSF Hikes Resume!

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Join us on Sunday, September 24 at 2 pm! Meet at Peppercorn Hill Conservation Area parking area off Crocket Road in Upton.  This will be a moderate 2.5 mi loop with lots of ups and downs, so we should be out there for a little over an hour.   Please be sure to wear appropriate footwear and to bring water and insect repellant. Contact Allison Flanagan. Registration not required but appreciated! 

The History of the Universal Singers

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The FUSF choir, officially known as “The Universal Singers,” has been in existence since the early 1990s.  Our Minister Emeritus, Rev. Carol Rosine, suggested the name, thinking that it sounded more welcoming and less intimidating than “FUSF Choir.”  Over the last 30 years, many singers have come and gone and several FUSF volunteers have led the group including Phil Hall, Sue Bencuya, Rick Duthe, Lyndie Laramore, and Michele Kelly (before officially serving as Music Director.)  … Continue reading The History of the Universal Singers

Savers FUNDrive

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The First Universalist Society in Franklin is holding a Savers FUNDrive. Please drop off your gently used, CLEAN clothing, accessories, shoes, books, and SMALL household items to the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin on Wednesday, August 9th; Thursday, August 10th; or Friday August 11th, between 9 am and NOON. Please BAG clothing and other soft goods; BOX books, small household items, and media. DO NOT INCLUDE: ENCYCLOPEDIAS, ELECTRONICS, FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS, FURNITURE, MAKE UP, … Continue reading Savers FUNDrive

Welcoming Congregations Initiative News

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Thank you so much for your generosity! The Welcoming Congregation Initiative Team is so appreciative of your support and so excited to see rainbows popping up on campus.  Our Pride Visibility Fundraiser has raised $618 so far!   Your generosity has paid for: 1 rainbow feather flag – $2502 rainbow sign decals – $1201 progressive pride flag and wall-mounted pole for the outside corner of the building – $845 adirondack chairs – $150FUSF showing their LGBTQIA+ welcoming status  – … Continue reading Welcoming Congregations Initiative News