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From the Archives… The Ties that Bind (Part II) – Joshua Chamberlain and First Parish Church

Our focus for July and August has been on Joshua Chamberlain’s personal connections with First Parish Church that started in 1848 when he entered Bowdoin College as a freshman and was required as a Bowdoin student to attend our Sunday services.  Unlike many of his fellow schoolmates, Joshua…

From the Archives… The Amazing Women of First Parish 1930’s – 1970’s (Part II)

This month we continue to recognize the Amazing Women of First Parish between 1930’s – 1970’s, although we all are aware that the women before and after those years also contributed significantly to our church.  There are photos and other information that are more easily enjoyed in our…