This Temple, founded in the 1970's, was named Hebrew words, Beth Haverim, meaning "House of Friends." In addition to reform Jewish services and ceremonial rituals, this Temple also sponsors several groups available to members of the congregation. There is a youth group available to the younger members of this religious community, various youth and child educational programs offered, social action and volunteer projects run, among other seasonally-offered services. More information about joining the congregation is available by phone or via the website.
First Parish in Framingham is a Unitarian Universalist Congregation located next to the Town Green. The church's history dates back to the founding of Framingham in 1700.
The spiritual leader of the Congregation is Rev. Kathleen Hepler. The congregation hold weekly services on Sundays at 9:15 and 11am Sept. through May. 10 am services are available from Memorial day through August.
First Parish offers many opportunities to connect, deepen and serve for youth and adults. Religious exploration programs for pre-k through grade 8, and youth groups for teenagers. Childcare is available during both services. First Parish is very active with social action work groups, fellowship events, spiritual journey groups and more. The congregation has a choir, children's choir, handbell choir and youth chimes choir.
We come together to experience an intimate connection with God.
Our outreach and related programs include:
• Sunday school classes for all ages
• Home bible study fellowship groups
• Prayer meetings each morning and before every service
• Youth concert and multimedia outreach ministry
• Discipleship training program
As you develop into a believer, you will begin to live life more informed and closer to God. We know and believe that the word of God can transform hearts, spirits and minds.
Learn the message of faith and a spirit-filled life and experience the wonders in your life as a believer. We welcome all.
Join us today or call for additional information.
Congregation Beth Elohim is a community synagogue. It celebrates diversity and is proud to have members of various ages, ethnicities and spiritual backgrounds and welcomes all people. Congregation Beth Elohim combines Jewish tradition and culture with progressive thought and provides weekly worship services and Jewish education for adults and children. Its library houses more than 3,000 items of Judaica for children, teens and adults.