Our parish hall and sanctuary are available for one-day and long-term (weekly) rentals.

Accessibility

The sanctuary is accessible via a ramp from the driveway to the Corey Street entrance and has an accessible restroom in the vestibule. The parish hall is fully accessible for folks of all abilities with a three-stop lift from the driveway entrance to the upper and lower levels and an accessible restroom. The newly redesigned kitchen, completed in September 2022, accommodates visitors in wheelchairs.

Rental Policies

Renters using the church facilities on a regular or multiple-event basis negotiate usage, leases, and rental agreements on an individual basis through the church’s Finance Committee.

Individuals or parties interested in renting church facilities should contact the church administrator. She can be reached by leaving a voice mail message at the office, 617-325-4439, or by sending an email to the office.

FEE SCHEDULE

RENTAL FEES: Check with the church administrator for the current fee schedule for renting the sanctuary or parish hall. Note that a heating surcharge may be added during cold weather.

DEPOSIT: A separate deposit of $100.00 must accompany the rental application in order to reserve the desired space. The deposit will serve as a security deposit and will be returned within fourteen (14) days at the sole discretion of TPCUU based on the condition and cleanliness of premises. Cancellation of the event by the renter less than three (3) months prior to the event date will render the deposit non-refundable .

PAYMENT: All rental fees must be paid in full no later than seven (7) days prior to the event date.

• The parlor adjacent to the large room in the parish hall is excluded from the parish hall and kitchen rental, but may be considered for weekend rentals with special arrangements.
• The Executive Committee must approve rental of the sanctuary by for-profit groups.
• A separate financial arrangement for the minister’s services  is required for rentals where the minister is asked to be involved in the event.
• Fees are inclusive of cleaning (after the event) and heating costs associated with use of the church facilities.
• The charge for memorial or funeral services can be waived at the discretion of the minister.  There is no charge to current or former church members or their families for memorial or funeral services.
• Special exceptions to this policy may be authorized by the Executive Committee.