Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Spiritual Guide in Cohasset, MA
As a dedicated Unitarian Universalist minister, I have devoted my career to fostering spiritual growth, community engagement, and progressive values. Serving as the parish minister of First Parish in Cohasset, Massachusetts since 2022, I bring over two decades of experience in congregational leadership, religious education, and rites of passage. My theological focus on ecological spirituality and the intersection of colonization with religion informs my approach to modern ministry. I specialize in helping congregations navigate change, heal from past challenges, and build inclusive communities. With a background in carpentry, education, and creative nonfiction, I blend practical and intellectual perspectives into my pastoral work.My ministry emphasizes accessibility, offering services like child dedications, weddings, and memorial ceremonies to both members and the broader community. I prioritize transparency in operations, ethical leadership, and creating spaces where individuals can explore spirituality while contributing to social justice. My work extends beyond the pulpit through writing, podcasting, and developing educational resources that align with liberal religious principles.
Services
Spiritual Guidance
Rites of Passage
Religious Education
Community Engagement
Ecological Spirituality Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in liberal religious ministry and education.
- Our team specializes in ecological spirituality and progressive theological frameworks.
- We provide accessible rites of passage for both members and the broader community.
- Our approach prioritizes congregational healing and inclusive community-building.
- We combine traditional ministry with innovative educational resources and outreach.
Associations and certifications
- Unitarian Universalist Association
Services
Spiritual Guidance
Personalized spiritual support for individuals navigating life transitions, ethical questions, or personal growth. Services include one-on-one counseling, meditation resources, and theological exploration tailored to liberal religious values. Our approach emphasizes inclusivity and practical application of spiritual principles.
Rites of Passage
Customized ceremonies for significant life events including child dedications, weddings, and memorials. These services blend traditional elements with personalized storytelling to honor individual journeys while connecting to broader community values of compassion and shared humanity.
Religious Education
Curriculum development and teaching for all ages, focusing on liberal religious principles, social justice, and ecological awareness. Programs include interactive workshops, online resources, and intergenerational activities designed to foster critical thinking and spiritual growth in inclusive environments.
Congregational Leadership
Comprehensive support for congregational growth including preaching, strategic planning, and conflict resolution. Services address administrative challenges, community engagement, and theological visioning to help religious communities adapt to modern needs while maintaining core values.
Ecological Spirituality
Workshops and resources integrating environmental stewardship with spiritual practice. Programs include nature meditation, sustainable living guidance, and theological discussions exploring humanity's relationship with the natural world through a progressive religious lens.
People
Dan Harper
Parish Minister
Ordained Unitarian Universalist minister with 20+ years of experience in congregational leadership, religious education, and community-building. Specializes in ecological spirituality and progressive theological frameworks.
Questions
What religious services do you offer?
I provide sermons, pastoral care, and rites of passage including weddings, child dedications, and memorial services rooted in liberal religious values.
Are your services open to non-members?
Yes, I offer rites of passage and spiritual guidance to both members and the broader community, regardless of formal affiliation.
What theological perspectives do you emphasize?
My ministry focuses on ecological spirituality, social justice, and the intersection of colonization with religious history, emphasizing inclusivity and progressive values.
Do you provide religious education resources?
Yes, I develop curriculum materials for all ages, including online resources and workshops on liberal religious principles and social justice.
