Building & Grounds

• Takes responsibility for facilities and grounds planning and capital projects, as well as ensuring that interior spaces are attractive, uncluttered, and safe.

ByLaws

• Responds to suggestions for changes to the By-Laws as requested by the Parish Board and makes recommendations in response to these suggestions for Congregational action.

Canvass Team

• Coordinates the annual campaign for pledges to fund the annual operating budget.

Children’s Religious Exploration Committee

• Helps shape the RE program for children and youth including recruiting teachers and volunteers, and planning and supporting activities such as parent gatherings and social justice work.

Finance Team

• Advises and counsels the Board on budget and financial matters and communicates financial information to the community regularly and with transparency.

Minister Search Committee

• Formed by the Parish Board, this committee is charged with leading the search for a new minister for First Parish to be completed in spring 2026.

Nominating Committee

• Recommends to the May Congregation at Annual Meeting candidates for Parish Board, Clerk, Treasurer, Moderator, Alternate Moderator, and for open position(s) on the Nominating Committee.

Parish Board

• Calls meetings of the Congregation, supervises the senior minister, appoints other committees as needed, prepares and submits annual budget at Annual Meeting; ensures responsive communication with members of the congregation, and manages all the concerns of the congregation; establishes annual goals and makes policy decisions.