Adult Programs - The North Parish Church of North Andover

At North Parish we believe in making room in our lives for change, growth and transformation

Beloved Community Art by North Parish member We believe faith exploration is a life-long process that evolves as we learn, live and grow. We are committed to helping adults identify, explore and deepen their spirituality throughout their lives. We do this by inspiring people to:

Imagine service to others and justice making primarily as a spiritual practice
Focus on relationships as more important than any outcome of their work
Align their daily lives ever more closely with their ethical values

Explore these opportunities to grow spiritually and intellectually…

Spirit Art piece by North Parish member Our small group programs are intentional, lay-led groups that invite you to build community, deepen relationships, and provide opportunities for deeper spiritual exploration.

Offerings are driven by interest of participants and facilitators including Grief Group, Caring for Aging Parents, Women’s Spirituality, pagan holiday celebrations.

We also have several small groups that meet monthly and follow a theme-based program called “Soul Matters.” The Soul Matters materials provide a monthly topic, wisdom sayings and optional spiritual practices to try out.

For schedule information, see our Events listings on our website.

For more information about joining a small group or creating a new one email the Membership Coordinator.

Gather with others for shared interests and lively conversation by joining one of our drop-in groups. Some meet monthly; others meet more periodically or gather as needed.

Social groups on our Fun & Fundraising page include a Book and Movie Group, the Men’s Group, the Lunch Bunch (monthly lunch with the Minister), and MVDRUMM.

Support groups through our Caring Community can help you manage the challenges of life by connecting you with others who are facing the same types of challenges. Pastoral support is also available.

Beloved Community fabric art - a beaded flaming chalice and needlework Nurture and express your creative spirit by helping to bring an array of visual and sensory experiences to our space. See the Visual Arts Team (listed under Enhancing Our Visual Space).

Nurture and express your musical spirit by joining one of our Music Programs.

Practice knitting and crocheting as a spiritual practice. Our prayer shawl ministry is part of our Caring Community. Shawls made by members are distributed to those experiencing difficult times. Instructions for making a shawl can be found on the Caring Community page.

Share your creativity with our children and youth. Email our Director of Family Religious Education for volunteering opportunities.

Blue Boat reflection by NP member Attend a Sunday service or watch a previous service.

Read the weekly message from our Minister on the News page. Filter on Minister’s Message as the Category to see just those messages.

Attend General Assembly for UUs held in June of each year.

The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), offers a weekly newsletter called Braver/Wiser that provides messages about living life with courage and compassion. Click here to sign up.