News & Announcements

This Sunday, April 17th is one big day for the historic Old South Church in Boston. In addition to the first in-person Easter services since before the pandemic, the church will welcome hundreds of Boston Marathon runners and bless them before their…

Dear Old South Church in Boston, I am writing to apprise you of revised COVID protocols. These protocols, informed by science and metrics, keep us aligned with the City of Boston (if just a tick behind). Some time ago, Boston announced the metrics…

On May 8th we celebrate Phillis Wheatley, one of the saints of this church who was stolen from Africa, suffered the Middle Passage, was sold into slavery, and triumphed through her awesome wit and the mighty power of her pen. Join us for First or…

On April 24th at both First and Festival Worship, we welcome guest preacher Reverend Mariama White-Hammond, Chief of Environment, Energy, and Open Space for the City of Boston and founding pastor of New Roots Church. Join us at 9am or 11am as we…

Easter Sunday & Blessing of the Athletes Services will be held on April 17th at 9am, 11am and 1pm On April 17th, 2022, we celebrate both Easter Sunday and the Boston Marathon. Join us for one of our three exuberant services: 9am, 11am and 1pm.…

On March 13 we will return to our 'normal' Sunday schedule: First Worship at 9am Community Hour at 10am Festival Worship at 11am We are excited to resume the fullness of our worship lives. Our stone Chapel and exuberant Sanctuary have missed you.…

Olly olly oxen free! Olly olly oxen free is a term used in children's games to indicate that players who are hiding can come out in the open because the game is over! Okay, the pandemic isn't entirely over but, we are in a better, safer place. It is…

Dear Old South Church: As Moderator, I am writing to provide an update on our pastoral transition plans, following up on the communications we sent immediately following Rev. Taylor’s announcement that she plans to retire in May of this year. Two…