Who We Are
If you’ve never been to a Spiritualist church, get ready for an altogether different and uplifting experience. And, if you are familiar with Spiritualism, we are delighted that you have found our welcoming community!
So, what is “altogether different” about Spiritualism? For starters, our belief system is grounded in a set of Principles which draw in part, from the Natural Laws of the Universe including the laws of attraction, creation, and others. We believe that life is continuous even after the change called death and offer proof each Sunday through the demonstration of Spirit communication.
You will find like-minded people coming together in love, acceptance and humility, sharing a spiritual journey and learning from each other. As a community, we embrace the love that this life offers and the eternal connection we all share.
Learn More About our Church and Community
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Spiritualism is a belief system that intertwines ancient wisdom with contemporary thought. Spiritualism as a religion does not follow a specific dogma or creed, but rather, a set of 9 guiding principles that reflect the philosophy and science behind the religion. At its core, Spiritualism asserts that life persists beyond death and that communication between the Spirit World and Earth World proves this.
In the eyes of Spiritualists, God stands as the Universal Source, the Infinite Spirit. We perceive ourselves as integral components of this divine energy. Our philosophy emphasizes personal responsibility for behavior as the path to spiritual growth and positive living. Unlike some other belief systems, we do not have a specific dogma but rather, we are guided by our 9 principles.
Heavenly rewards and hellish punishments find no place in Spiritualist beliefs. Instead, we envision that after the change called “death,” all souls progress into the Spirit World, where teachings for spiritual advancement continue.
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Join us for a unique and uplifting experience each Sunday at 10:30 am. We do things a little differently at our wonderful church. We include meditation, hands on healing, uplifting music, an inspirational message and communication with those who have passed to spirit.
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Our members are seekers of truth who come to our church from all walks of life and religious backgrounds. They come with an open heart and mind delighting in new knowledge and sharing their gifts with the community. Throughout the year, we offer events, classes and other gatherings to promote connection and spiritual growth.
Becoming a Member
We ask that you participate in the class, “The Principles of Spiritualism,” during your first year of membership. As a member, you will receive discounts on all classes and church events.
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The Board of Trustees is an elected group of church members who are responsible for the management of the financial and business aspects of the church. It is the governing body of the church that represents the best interests of the members in all types of management decisions.
President - Susan Post
Vice President - Jessica Kaloutas
Secretary - Krista Tzannos Byron
Treasurer - Gregg Johnson
Trustee - Tracy Smith McCarthy
Trustee - Christine Hurley
Trustee - Julie Weibe
Trustee - Liz Fogarty
Trustee - Lisa Abbate
Committees
Our committees focus on specific areas that support the church and board of trustees. New members are always welcome!
Building & Maintenance: Dave Shreck
Communications: Interim Chair, Susan Post
Fundraising: Jessica Kaloutas, Interim Chair
Hospitality: Doreen DiCenzo
Sunshine: Judy Jackson
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Walking into our chapel by the sea, is like taking a step back in time. Our traditional New England style chapel was built in 1891 by the Swampscott Universalist Church and still retains its original charm and character. In 1901, the parish hall was added which we later named Simpson Hall in honor of our first minister, Bob Simpson.
Members of the Salem Spiritualist Church, seeking to branch out on their own in the mid 1960’s, approached the Swampscott Universalists about sharing their lovely chapel. They soon came to an agreement.
Soon thereafter, the Swampscott Universalists merged with the First Universalist Parish of Lynn. In 1982, the Unitarian Universalists of Lynn offered to sell the church building to us and we readily agree. Since then, we have been growing and thriving as a vibrant community in this beautiful and historic church.