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Homecoming|This Sunday, September 15
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Join us for our Homecoming festivities this weekend:
Morning Light resumes at 9 AM in the Little Chapel
Church School kickoff is at 10 AM
Our Homecoming Luncheon at the Parish House at 12:15 PM. This year we will feature Faye Charpentier, King's Chapel History Program Director, who will give a brief presentation on the history of the parish house.
We hope you can join us!
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Our Sunday scriptures "tee" us up for a homecoming party. Every time the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost child are found, God throws a party. Not a fist pump in private; not even a social media blast to friends with fireworks emojis or memes. No, in all three stories, the figure representing God throws an over the top party, with the whole house crowded, and a throng eagerly awaiting succulent food usually reserved for a wedding. Indeed, writer Henri Nouwen calls the return of the prodigal son a "A Story of Homecoming."
It's the perfect theme this Sunday as we celebrate our annual Homecoming Sunday, our own return back to King's Chapel from wherever we have been, physically or spiritually.
We'll cut the cake after the 9 AM Morning Light service, and throng for a delightful lunch after 11 AM Morning Prayer.
And on Sunday we'll also begin the spiritual quest every seeker, in every religious tradition, is on, asking 3 big questions: Who am I, who is God, and what impact do my answers have on my life day by day?
How good are you at imagining God as a joyful, party-thrower? Could you be the reason God would throw a big bash?
With gratitude for my own homecoming, back from sabbatical,
Joy
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Makanda Jazz Project | Saturday September 14 | 1-5 PM | UU Urban Ministry, 10 Putnam St., Roxbury
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Free and open to the public.
Join our social justice partner the UU Urban Ministry and The Makanda Project for great jazz, food and fun activities! On the Green at UU Urban Ministry, 10 Putnam Street, Roxbury.
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Lectio Divina | Wednesdays 1-2 PM | Joy's Office in the Parish House, 3rd Floor | Quiet reflection with a Bible passage
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The Rev. Joy Fallon brings a short bible passage, often one that will be read on the following Sunday; the small group reflects in quiet on it for 10-20 minutes; then group members may offer thoughts. People are not required to say anything. This ancient practice may lead to a deeper understanding of scripture, or a glimpse of how God may be present in your own life. It is a small, open group for anyone interested. Drop in once or weekly; no experience needed.
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Contemplative Communion Resumes followed by Theology on Tap|Wednesday| September 18
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Our Contemplative Communion service starts up again for the fall this coming Wednesday, September 18, from 5:30 to 6 pm. Join us as we slow down the pace after the hustle and bustle of the day to sing, listen, and celebrate communion together in our beautiful, candlelit sanctuary.
The service will be followed by Theology on Tap with Minister for Education and Membership David Waters, starting at approximately 6:15 at The Emory, 21 Beacon Street, Boston. The topic for the evening's discussion is Three Big Questions:
1) Who are you?
2) Who is God?
3) Where do the two of you meet?
(Helpful Hint: Obviously, the answer to the final question is: At Theology on Tap, the third Wednesday of every month, following the Contemplative Communion service at King's Chapel!)
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Fall Hill Fest| Beacon Hill| Sunday September 22 | 12-4 PM
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 Join King's Chapel as we table at the Fall Hill Fest 2019, sponsored by the Beacon Hill Civic Association. We will be providing children's activities, and also sharing information about King's Chapel. See us on Mt. Vernon Street, between Charles and Brimmer, and share your King's Chapel stories with our friends and neighbors!
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Piano and Violin Concert | Sunday September 22| 2 PM | To Benefit UUUM| The Little Chapel, 64 Beacon Street
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One of the featured works at next week's violin and piano recital will be William Grant Still's Suite for Violin and Piano. The three movements of the Suite were each inspired by sculptures by prominent African-American artists, Richmond Barthe's "African Dancer", Sargent Johnson's "Mother and Child", and Augusta Savge's "Gamin".
Often referred to as "the Dean" of African-American composers, William Grant Still was the first American composer to have an opera produced by the New Your City Opera. He is known most for his first symphony, the "Afro-American", which was until the 1950s the most widely performed symphony composed by an American.
Born in Mississippi, he grew up in Little Rock, AR, attended Wilberforce University and the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, and was a student of George Whitefield Chadwick, and later the French modern composer Edgard Varèse.
Of note, Still was the first African American to conduct a major American symphony orchestra, the first to have a symphony (his 1st Symphony) performed by a leading orchestra, the first to have an opera performed by a major opera company, and the first to have an opera performed on national television.
Due to his close association and collaboration with prominent Afro-American literary and cultural figures such as Alain Locke and Langston Hughes, William Grant Still is considered to be part of the Harlem Renaissance movement.
Still moved to Los Angeles in the 1930s, where he arranged music for films. These included Pennies from Heaven (the 1936 film starring Bing Crosby). Our violin soloist, Zina Schiff, grew up in Beverly Hills and fondly remembers Mr. Still occasionally visiting her teacher's studio.
His daughter, Judith Anne Still, has preserved his legacy as the director and owner of William Grant Still Music.
This concert is being offered as a benefit for one of King's Chapel's social justice partners, Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry,
www.uum.org
Admission is free and no tickets are required, all donations will be gratefully received, and go directly to UUUM.
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Boston Athenaeum Special Tour for King's Chapel Only | Lecture and Discussion of Historic King's Chapel Library |Sunday September 29 |12:30-2:00 PM | RSVP
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Join your fellow King's Chapel members for a private tour of the new exhibit at the Boston Athenaeum about the 1698 King's Chapel Library, located in the Athenaueum. The Athenaeum has agreed to open on Sunday Sept. 29 only for this event for our congregation. We will gather at the Athenaeum at 12:30, after Morning Prayer; it's a short block from the church at 14-1/2 Beacon St.
In 1698, King's Chapel received from King William and Queen Mary a special library of rare, important texts, one of the few such libraries still in existence. As a church dedicated to hiring "learned clergy," the gift was given as "essential knowledge" for the ministers in the new world. After the Revolutionary War, the library was turned over to the Athenaeum in 1823 for safe-keeping, and a magnificent wooden case was designed and built to house the collection in 1883.
John Buchtel, curator of the exhibit and expert on rare books, will offer a short talk, followed by a tour of the exhibit and a chance for discussion. A staff person from the North Bennett Street School, which made a replica of the wooden case in which the books are stored, will also be on hand.
The current Athenaeum Exhibit focuses on the concept of "essential reading," in addition to the craftsmanship in bookbinding and woodworking connected with the King's Chapel Library. The Chipstone Foundation generously underwrote the exhibit.
Come celebrate our place in colonial history, as well as in history still being made today. What would be essential reading for you and our church now?
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Join your fellow King's Chapel members for a private tour of the new exhibit at the Boston Athenaeum about the 1698 King's Chapel Library, located in the Athenaueum. The Athenaeum has agreed to open on Sunday Sept. 29 only for this event for our congregation. We will gather at the Athenaeum at 12:30, after Morning Prayer; it's a short block from the church at 14-1/2 Beacon St.
In 1698, King's Chapel received from King William and Queen Mary a special library of rare, important texts, one of the few such libraries still in existence. As a church dedicated to hiring "learned clergy," the gift was given as "essential knowledge" for the ministers in the new world. After the Revolutionary War, the library was turned over to the Athenaeum in 1823 for safe-keeping, and a magnificent wooden case was designed and built to house the collection in 1883.
John Buchtel, curator of the exhibit and expert on rare books, will offer a short talk, followed by a tour of the exhibit and a chance for discussion. A staff person from the North Bennett Street School, which made a replica of the wooden case in which the books are stored, will also be on hand.
The current Athenaeum Exhibit focuses on the concept of "essential reading," in addition to the craftsmanship in bookbinding and woodworking connected with the King's Chapel Library. The Chipstone Foundation generously underwrote the exhibit.
Come celebrate our place in colonial history, as well as in history still being made today. What would be essential reading for you and our church now?
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First Wednesdays at the Church | October 2| 6:15-7:30 PM
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Our First Wednesday series, sponsored by the Adult Religious Education committee, starts again on Wednesday October 2, following the Contemplative Communion service at the chapel at 58 Tremont Street. Fresh from her own sabbatical journey, our senior minister, the Rev. Joy Fallon will bring 3 poems by famous Christian and Muslim mystics who have written about their journeys. Where have you journeyed and what did you learn about the Holy? Were you changed? St. Francis wrote:
When I Returned from Rome
A
bird took flight.
And a flower in a field whistled at me
as I passed.
I drank
from a stream of clear water.
And at night the sky untied her hair and I fell asleep
clutching a tress of God's.
When I returned from Rome, all said,
"Tell us the great news,"
and with great excitement I did: "A flower in a field whistled,
and at night the sky untied her hair and
I fell asleep clutching a
sacred tress..."
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A Fall Retreat led by Rev. Fallon |Saturday| October 26, 10 AM- 7 PM
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Listen for the Holy in the quiet forests, lakes and hills of beautiful Petersham, MA near the Quabbin Reservoir. Enjoy autumn sights, conversation, shared meals and time for individual reflection. Short hikes at different levels offered for those interested. 10 AM-7 PM. Lunch and dinner included. More information to follow soon.
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$25,000 Goal for September set by the Stewardship Committee- Will you help?
September is here inviting you to a harvest of exciting King's Chapel events planned especially for your spiritual, musical and cultural being: that is the essence of this church that draws many of you to its historical doors and pews. Our beloved Minister, the Rev. Joy Fallon has returned to the pulpit, our Homecoming Luncheon is this Sunday featuring a brief talk on the history of the parish house, given by our History Program Director Faye Charpentier, and the angelic voices of the King' Chapel choir will resound in the splendor of its talented music director, Heinrich Christensen.
Strong stewardship by this congregation, members, and friends is necessary to maintain the
marvelous uniqueness that King's Chapel has to offer. Stewardship by many takes several forms of support. The Stewardship Committee's continuing financial mission is to raise funds to cover the annual operating expenses of our Church. As we close the third quarter we are falling short of our goal and ask that you help.
We have set a goal to raise $25,000 this September.
If you have pledged, or have never given to the Annual Appeal, we humbly ask you to consider doing so to help us reach this goal with a donation by September 30. Your donation can be made online
HERE
or by mailing a check to King's Chapel, 64 Beacon Street, Boston 02108. Envelopes will also be available on Sunday at the church, and the Parish House. Please note "Annual Appeal" on your check.
Like the Revere bell in the King's Chapel steeple, your support is a clear unmistakable voice of the history of love, acceptance, and giving to the community that is King's Chapel.
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One of our long time members, Jarmila Vogel, passed away gently in her sleep on March 24, 2018. She was 92 years old, living with her son and daughter in law in Seattle where she moved in 2010.
A Memorial Service and Internment will be held at the Chapel at Newton Cemetery on Friday, September 27 at 11 AM. Rev. Carl Scovel will officiate the service. The internment will follow immediately at the grave site in the cemetery.
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News From The Parish House
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Help!! Volunteers Needed
Front desk volunteers needed on a regular basis on Monday and Wednesday mornings, 9:30 am - 1 pm. Tasks include answering phones and other reception duties. Some light data entry work may also be included, if interested. Will also need Volunteers for Tuesday mornings in September. Please contact Gretchen to discuss details administrator@kings-chapel.org |
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Weep/ Rejoice
"We Rejoice with Those Who Rejoice, and Weep with Those Who Weep"
~ Romans 12:15
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We rejoice with Judy and Paul Luca as they celebrated their 8th wedding anniversary. They were married here at King's Chapel in 2011.
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We rejoice with member Amir Royer on his successful internship this summer with the Public Affairs office of the State Department. Here he is pictured with Buzz Aldrin.
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We mourn with many in the Boston area for Jedediah Mannis,
a long-time member of King's Chapel and the founder of The Outdoor Church, a ministry to homeless persons in Cambridge. Jed's wife Joyce shared the news that he died early Monday morning of cancer. Jed was an experienced attorney when he began to assist homeless people at
common cathedral in Boston Common, one of our church's social justice partners. Feeling called to ministry by this experience, Jed attended Harvard Divinity School, was ordained in the United Church of Christ, and spent the next 20 years serving those who live on the streets of Cambridge. Rev. Mannis established a weekly outdoor service in Porter Square, programs to feed people at Cambridge Common, a one-on-one visiting ministry near Central Square, and a robust training program for other seminarians interested in this work. Throughout Jed's long ministry he sat to listen, visited prisons, advocated for medical treatment and housing, and in ways little and large, was the face and hands of God to many of us. A memorial service will be held at a later date; details will be shared.
We join with Peter Thomson and his family in a time of both joy and sorrow. Over Labor Day weekend, James Thomson, son of Peter and Elizabeth, was married to Daniele Martin in Oregon in a joyous ceremony. Both James and Peter spoke about Elizabeth, who would have loved the wedding, but remained in Boston due to her Alzheimers. Then on Sunday last week, Peter's brother John Thomson, age 95, died of heart failure. Peter has now returned from his travels, and we hold him and his family in our prayers, both rejoicing and mourning with him.
We rejoice with members Hillary and David Metcalf, who welcomed into the world their son
Everett Floyd Metcalf in July. You will have a chance to personally greet him and his parents when they join us for his baptism, anticipated this fall. Many blessings to this wonderful family.
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We rejoice with the granddaughter of Joy and Bob Fallon, hugging the St. Francis statute in the Parish House garden, the backyard in which she's growing up.
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Morning Light | 9 AM
The Rev. Joy Fallon, preaching
Morning Prayer | 11 AM
The Readings:
The flowers on the chancel table are given in memory of Mary and Lowell Selling and George and Sarah Gray from their children Lee Selling Glenn and Bernard Gray.
At the communion rail following the service, Todd Lee
will greet those interested in learning more about King's Chapel.
After the service, please join us for our Homecoming Luncheon at the Parish House, 64 Beacon Street.
Each Sunday, 10% of the plate collection will go to our Community Action strategic partners:
common cathedral, the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute, and the Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministries, to do works of mercy, justice, and healing. All cash and checks not specially designated will be considered a plate offering.
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Our Homecoming service opens with Vincent Lübeck's exuberant Praeambulum ex E, and continues with the returning choir boisterously singing Marching to Zion by former choir member Adam Jacob Simon, set to this marvelous 1707 text by Isaac Watts:
Come, we that love the Lord,
And let our joys be known;
Join in a song with sweet accord
And thus surround the throne.
The sorrows of the mind
Be banished from this place!
Religion never was designed
To make our pleasures less.
The motet is Uzee Brown's arrangement of the Spritiual Rock-a My Soul, featuring soloists Dan Perry, Heather Holland, and Mary Sears. And as tradition now demands, you will hear Handel's Swell the Full Chorus for the offertory. The postlude is the Finale from René-Louis Becker's Sonata in E.
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12:15 PM, 58 Tremont St.
September 17
Lyracle:
Ashley Mulcahy, mezzo-soprano
James Peretta, viola da gamba
Works for Tarquinia Molza
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Tuesday Morning Meditation | Tuesdays 7:30 AM| Little Chapel
An early Tuesday Morning Meditation meets in our beautiful Little Chapel at 7:30 to 8:30 AM each Tuesday, including approximately a 20 minute meditation. We explore and experiment a bit, so if you have some ideas or are a little adventurous, this brief coming side by side with others in your church community may bring some welcome fun, joy and/or peace to your day. This is for "drop-in" participation - no long term obligations. Never meditated before? Drop by and give it a try. Feel free to contact Gary Riccio at
gary.riccio@me.com, or Stephen Courtney at scourtney@scixstudio.com for more details.
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Want to know
what's going on at
King's Chapel?
Click
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to view the King's
Chapel Schedule at our website
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Volunteer: Sign up for Hospitality
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Anyone can help!
Enter your email address and select a spot to fill. New volunteers may choose to co-host with a buddy.
Questions? email hospitality@kings-chapel.org
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We are grateful to those who provide for flowers each week, during our Morning Prayer service.
If you would like to give flowers in honor of a loved one, please contact Anne Sexton, chair of our Chancel Committee at annewsexton1@gmail.com . The cost for an arrangement is $85; a check can be mailed to the Parish House, indicating the date you have chosen and the inscription you would like.
We have the following dates open for the remainder of the year:
SEPTEMBER 29TH
DECEMBER 1ST, 8TH, 15, 22ND, 29TH
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Contributing to Between Sundays
Our e-newsletter is sent each Thursday afternoon. Want something in Between Sundays? Feel free to email administrator@kings-chapel.org with a written piece and/or pictures before Wednesday at 5 PM.
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Accessibility Assists
Our beautiful Georgian sanctuary was designed by Peter Harrison and completed in 1754. To make our services and programs more accessible, one of the box pews has been made wheel-chair accessible. Ushers are available to assist those wheelchair users to that pew. Additionally, we have installed an accessible bathroom on our main floor. An usher can direct you to the vestry.
A sound system has been installed in the sanctuary of The Chapel to amplify the sound during worship services. Hearing assistance devices are available for your use. Please see an Usher for assistance.
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