Foxborough Universalist Church, Unitarian Universalist Association - Newcomers Area - Frequently Asked Questions - www.uufoxborough.org

A PHOTO!, 9kb Thank you for taking an interest in our congregation. We are the Foxborough Universalist Church, a Unitarian Universalist congregation, and are located at 6 Bird Street (the top of the common) in Foxborough, MA. Our phone number is 508-543-4002; feel free to call the Minister Katie Lawson, or contact or e-mail the Membership Chairperson or the Board of Trustees at office@uufoxborough.org with any questions you may have. Below you will find answers to some commonly asked questions and other places to look for further information about Unitarian Universalism (UUism) in general.

The Church's Mission Statement

Foxborough Universalist Church is a vibrant and caring congregation that welcomes all. Our mission is to nurture each other along our spiritual paths while working together for the betterment of our community and the world.

Newcomer's Orientation
The minister and a board member hold Newcomer's Orientations during the church year. You do not have to be ready for membership to attend this orientation. If you have recently started attending services at Foxborough Universalist Church or are contemplating doing so, this short introduction provides information about the church, how to become more involved (including how to become a member), and a brief history of Unitarian Universalism. You do not have to be ready for membership nor a newcomer to our church to attend this orientation.

What should you expect during your first visit to our church?

People assemble in the upstairs of the church for our 10:00 am Sunday services. Services last for about an hour and are followed by a Friendship hour downstairs afterwards. Dress as you feel comfortable; an uncomfortable visitor is an unhappy visitor. Services include a talk-back and Joys and Concerns section.

Are there any xxxx people in your congregation?

We are a diverse group of people and gladly welcome all.

Who is welcome to attend a service?

Any one and everyone is welcome to attend. We also have a Sunday School that provides Religious Education (RE) to the children while the rest of the congregation participates in Worship Services. RE Classes are not held during Intergenerational Services.

Where can I find out more information about the Religious Education program and church groups?

Information about our Sunday School classes and Religious Education for children can be found through re.uufoxborough.org.
Information about our church groups can be found at Groups page.

Are there large print hymnals or sign language interpreters available?

There are large print hymnals available. There are no sign language interpreters at this time.

I'm xx years old, are there any people near my age in the church? Same for my kids who are x, x, and xx?

Our congregants range in age from 1 to 90's+. There probably is someone near your age group in there.

Are your members from Foxborough only? Do I have to be from here or a life-long resident of Foxboro' to attend?

We have members from many local towns including: Foxborough, Mansfield, Wrentham, Norton, Plainville, Taunton, North Attleborough, Norfolk, Medfield, and Sharon. Some members are life-long and long-term residents of Foxborough. If you feel at home here, the more the merrier. We're not concerned with where you reside.

We do ask, but only if you feel comfortable doing so, to please sign the guestbook if you visit. You are also welcome to take a copy of our newsletter and/or any of the brochures or pamphlets in the pamphlet rack or in the vestibule.

Further Information from us

What do Unitarian Universalist believe?

More About Us

History of our church

Spotlight on UUism

Getting Here

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The church is on the Foxborough Common on Rt. 140. Route 140 into Foxborough can be accessed from Rt. 1 between Rt. 495 and Gillette Stadium [a/ k /a CMGI Field, Foxboro Stadium, Sullivan Stadium, and first Schaeffer Stadium] or from Rt. 95. From Rt 495 or Rt 1 take Rte. 140 south, from Rt 95 take 140 North.

The Foxborough Universalist Church is the big white building with red doors located on the common. Park anywhere around the common. Phone: 508-543-4002

A Little About UUs and The UUA The Principles of the UUA

We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote

The inherent dignity and worth of every person;
Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations;
Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;
Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.

The living tradition which we share draws from many sources:

Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life;
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and the transforming power of love;
Wisdom from the world's religions which inspires our spiritual life;
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to God's love by loving our neighbors as ourselves;
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science. and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit.
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature.

Some Readings and Information from the UUA

Videos From The UUA
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"A Religion For Our Times"

Episode 1 (6 minutes)

"People of Faith, Standing on the Side of Love"

"Voices Of A Liberal Faith"

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Pamphlets

We are Unitarian Universalists

Becoming A Member

Unitarian Universalist Origins Our Historic Faith

Frequently Asked Questions About Unitarian Universalism

All UUA Pamphlets are now online

the UUA Archive

Newcomers FAQ from the UUA

What does it mean if a congregation calls itself only Unitarian or only Universalist?

The American Unitarian Association and the Universalist Church of America consolidated in 1961. Many congregations kept their original names after the consolidation, though fully consider themselves to be Unitarian Universalist churches. For example, the First Unitarian Church of Providence, RI, is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Association, but retains its historical name.^*

Foxborough Universalist Church, UUA • 6 Bird Street • Foxborough, MA 02035 • 508-543-4002

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