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  • Plant-Based Cooking Group
    Plant-Based Cooking Group
    Thu, Feb 05
    Feb 05, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    UUCGL Kitchen & Parish Hall, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Our Plant-Based Cooking Group is FOR ALL AGES and meets two times per month. Please register once to join us anytime!
  • Saturday Craft Circle
    Saturday Craft Circle
    Sat, Feb 07
    Feb 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    UUCGL Skylight Room, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    All sorts of crafts are welcome! Open to all — drop in anytime from 10am to 2pm.
  • Sunday Service: "The Archeology of Understanding"
    Sunday Service: "The Archeology of Understanding"
    Sun, Feb 08
    Feb 08, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    UUCGL Sanctuary, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    I went to Greece and France with a key question in mind: what are humans doing here, really? Theological reflection is a central practice for any religious leader but I needed to do some anthropological reflection. What do we think of our own nature? I will be sharing images from my travels.
  • Children/Youth Classes: Hearts & Arts
    Children/Youth Classes: Hearts & Arts
    Sun, Feb 08
    Feb 08, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    UUCGL (Skylight Room), 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Youth of all ages through high school are invited to join local artist Bruce Orr for hands-on art projects during Sunday morning classes at UUCGL!
  • Church History Ministry Team Meeting
    Church History Ministry Team Meeting
    Sun, Feb 08
    Feb 08, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Anyone interested in preserving and organizing important church records is welcome to the meetings.
  • Dungeons & Dragons Role-playing Group
    Dungeons & Dragons Role-playing Group
    Sun, Feb 08
    Feb 08, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Skylight Room, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
  • Community "Drumagic" Drum Circle
    Community "Drumagic" Drum Circle
    Sun, Feb 08
    Feb 08, 2026, 1:20 PM – 3:30 PM
    UUCGL Sanctuary, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Our drum circle is open to hand drummers over the age of 16. Beginners (with drums) always welcome. You will leave the afternoon feeling inspired and relaxed.
  • Beginner Tai Chi Class
    Beginner Tai Chi Class
    Tue, Feb 10
    Feb 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    UUCGL Parish Hall, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    ​This is a true beginner class that will explore Tai Chi fundamentals and theories and learn Wudang Tai Chi 28 movements.
  • Qigong Class
    Qigong Class
    Tue, Feb 10
    Feb 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Parish Hall , 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Whether you are new to Qigong, or have previous experience, you will enjoy this one-hour meditative exercise. All ages and abilities welcome!
  • Wisdom Circle
    Wisdom Circle
    Tue, Feb 10
    Feb 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    UUCGL Skylight Room (usually), 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Wisdom Circle is a monthly gathering geared toward seniors to share the perspectives and life experiences of older age. It is intended to be supportive and informative, a program both of faith development and pastoral ministry.
  • Family History Group (on Zoom)
    Family History Group (on Zoom)
    Tue, Feb 10
    Feb 10, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Zoom
    This monthly gathering, facilitated by Penny Stratton, is open to anyone interested in their family history and in tracing their ancestry.
  • Dialogue Group
    Dialogue Group
    Tue, Feb 10
    Feb 10, 2026, 4:50 PM – 6:00 PM
    Zoom
    "Dialogue" is a way of practicing deep listening that enables us to share personal experiences and thoughts in a way that collectively builds a more expansive understanding of ourselves and the world around us. All are welcome to join!
  • “Close Reading:” An Online Evening Study Gathering
    “Close Reading:” An Online Evening Study Gathering
    Wed, Feb 11
    Feb 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    ZOOM
    Join Rev. Dr. Victoria Weinstein in a conversation about the 1828 sermon, “Likeness To God,” given by Rev. William Ellery Channing at the very beginning of the Unitarian movement in America.
  • Community Conversations
    Community Conversations
    Sun, Feb 22
    Feb 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Skylight Room, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    On every fourth Sunday of the month, your UUCGL Board will hold Community Conversations after the service. Please come to learn, ask questions, and share your thoughts as we discuss the important issues facing the future of our community.
  • Sunday Evening Meditations (on Zoom!)
    Sunday Evening Meditations (on Zoom!)
    Sun, Feb 22
    Feb 22, 2026, 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
    on Zoom
    Take a little time out of your week for restorative silence and reconnection. This Sunday Evening Meditation will meet over Zoom: if you're not receiving email reminders for this group, that means you're not on the list—please register to join!
  • Youth Group
    Youth Group
    Sun, Mar 08
    Mar 08, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Our group meets regularly with volunteer adults and is open to all 9th through 12th graders, whether you are a member of the church or not. We participate in service activities, create our own screenplays and video productions, embark on field trips, and engage in discussing social justice issues.
  • Sound Healing
    Sound Healing
    Sun, Mar 15
    Mar 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    UUCGL Sanctuary, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Step Into a Sacred Space of Resonance, Release, and Renewal. ​Experience the transformative power of our sound healing sessions designed to calm the mind and heal the body through powerful sound vibrations. All are welcome!
  • The Science of Climate Change in New England — Home of one of the World's Fastest Changing Climates
    The Science of Climate Change in New England — Home of one of the World's Fastest Changing Climates
    Mon, Mar 16
    Mar 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    UUCGL member and climate researcher Steve Young has just released a groundbreaking study revealing that New England is warming faster than almost anywhere else on the planet! Join us for this free, eye‑opening presentation as he walks us through his findings.
  • Introduction to Vernal Ponds
    Introduction to Vernal Ponds
    Mon, Apr 13
    Apr 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    UUCGL (Parish Hall), 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA
    Join us for a free family-friendly presentation, live animal exhibit, and vernal pool exploration!
  • Annual Ferry Beach All-Church All-Ages Retreat Weekend
    Annual Ferry Beach All-Church All-Ages Retreat Weekend
    Fri, Apr 24
    Apr 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – Apr 26, 2026, 12:00 PM
    Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center, Ferry Beach, Saco, ME 04072, USA
    Join us at Ferry Beach where you will spend a cozy, relaxing weekend with community enjoying casual conversation, fun activities, healthy & delicious food, and good coffee.

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that gathers to explore deeper truths together, to support one another

through the complexities and struggles of daily life, and to serve the greater good by becoming more compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions.

 

Join with us to cultivate reverence, peacefulness, and an ethic of

loving engagement with the world.

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January 18, 2026 | Democracy and Our Spiritual Fortitude
A RECENT SERVICE

To view past services, visit our archive page here.

The Nativity Story | December 2025
CHILDREN'S CHANNEL

Videos from our Children's Faith Development program.

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