Meaningful Reflections on Hope and Peace Sunday, November 2 – 4-5:30 pm in Edwards Hall (Light refreshments will be served) Open Spirit invites you to a multi-faith gathering for hope and peace. Please bring uplifting poems, songs, prayers, or art to share with others seeking meaningful connection. Together we will create a safe and supportive […]
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Open Spirit Classes – November
Please visit openspiritcenter.org for class descriptions and donation information. MONDAYS Strength without a Gym led by Donna Warren 10:30 am, https://zoom.us/j/492794663; Password: open Autumn Sound Bath Series led by Caroline Goldman * November 3 & 17 * 7 pm, Edwards Hall Meditation with the Masters led by Katherine McClean * On hold […]
Justice and Love in Action Team … in Action in November
What are we doing? October was a very busy month for our team. The celebration of our ONA 25th Anniversary was truly rewarding. This included a dinner for the LGBT Asylum Task Force at Hadwen Park, UCC, a dinner for over 50 people in Edwards Hall and an amazing worship service. Thanks to our Area […]
Music in November
For the month of November, we continue our exploration of a wide range of ways to participate in making music for our worship. On November 2, Jane Ezbicki will accompany the chancel choir on violin, with a choral setting of “I Sing a Song of the Saints of God.” On November 9, a trio (Martha […]
Special Offering for October
We are offering two opportunities to help our local and worldwide communities this month. The first, beginning on October 5, is our annual Neighbors in Need offering that supports ministries of justice and compassion. One-third of the offering will be given to the Council for American Indian Ministries, and the remaining two-thirds will support […]
Join the Greeter Ministry
Do You Like to Meet New People and Greet Old Friends? Our Greeter Ministry would like to share this ministry with a few more people. The tasks entail being at church 20 minutes early once a month to greet people, help with any questions, and hand out bulletins at the doors. It’s really easy and […]
Wednesday Bible Study Dives into the Gospel
2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 4:30 pm – In person and on Zoom The Wednesday Bible Study group invites you to join us as we dive into the Gospel According to Matthew. This gospel includes many of our favorite passages: the Beatitudes, the Prodigal Son, the call to find Christ in our care for “the […]
I Am My Neighbor’s Keeper – A Benefit Concert
A Benefit Concert Supporting A Place to Turn Food Pantry Sunday, October 5 @ 3 pm – In the sanctuary Together with nine other faith communities, Open Spirit and Edwards Church’s Justice and Love in Action Team are hosting a jazz concert to benefit A Place to Turn. Entitled I Am My Neighbor’s Keeper, the […]
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) MetroWest “Out of the Darkness” Walk
Saturday, October 4 – Natick (walk begins at 9:30 am) Each year, 50,000 Americans die by suicide, and the AFSP is dedicated to research, education, advocacy, and community support to help those impacted. Ronda Yeomans will be working at the “Out of the Darkness” Walk in Natick on October 4 (the Boston walk is on […]
City of Framingham Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Monday, October 13 – Downtown Common Park, 12-2 pm The City of Framingham, Framingham Public Schools, and a coalition of community partners invite the public to join us in honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a day of reflection, education, and remembrance. This gathering will highlight the history, culture, and continued presence of the Nipmuc people in Framingham. […]