You are Welcome Here

You are always welcome at FUUSN! Whether you’ve just heard of Unitarian Universalism or you’re a lifelong UU, FUUSN is committed to offering a home to all and being a welcoming congregation. Serving the people of Newton, Massachusetts and nearby communities, we are embracing of many beliefs, welcoming of all genders and sexual orientations, and increasingly accessible to people of all abilities.

Our Co-Ministry Team

We are delighted to announce that the Rev. Dr. Debra Haffner and the Rev. Joel Miller have accepted our call as co-ministers!

At a congregational meeting held on June 2, 2024, 99% of voting members issued the call. Rev. Debra and Rev. Joel accepted the call, and a joyous celebration followed! To see photos and a video of this special day, and for more details about our new co-ministers, please see our press release.

Rev. Dr. Debra Haffner (she/her) and Rev. Joel Miller (he/him) are co-ministers who share one full-time position: Rev. Joel works two-thirds time (between 35 and 40 hours a week) and Rev. Debra works one-third time (between 15 and 20 hours a week). They share worship responsibilities and pastoral care as well as working with the Board of Trustees.

 

 

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Community Expo – Sept. 22

Experience what FUUSN has to offer!

We will host an expo of our FUUSN groups and committees from 11:30am – 1pm (during coffee hour) on Sunday, September 22, 2024 in the Parish Hall. Come and find out what the FUUSN community groups and activities have to offer! At  the  FUUSN Community Expo you will learn about:

  • our spiritual offerings
  • volunteer opportunities
  • social justice work
  • our events and retreats

And so much more…

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