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What is an Organ?| First Wednesdays Begin October 3
This fall, we are introducing First Wednesdays - programming immediately following our 5:30 Wednesday evening worship service on the first Wednesday of each month.
First up, on October 3 at 6:15 PM, Heinrich will present "What is an organ?" You will be invited up to the organ loft to get up close and personal with the instrument to get a sense of what is lurking inside. You have all heard the sounds, this is your chance to find out where they are coming from and how they are made. Disclaimer: This is not a concert or musical presentation as such, but much more about the mechanics and the general art of organ building, a spectacular craft in its own right. The presentation will run approximately 45 minutes, with plenty of time for Q&A as we go along, so do come armed with all your burning questions!
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The woman was unsure what to do. If she spoke up, she'd be in great danger. Her uncle said, "If you don't act, you'll still be in great danger - you won't be exempt from the ramifications just because you stayed silent."
He then added: "Maybe you're in your position, at this time, just for this purpose. To be the person who can make a difference." So the woman asked for prayers and risked everything.
This is the Old Testament story of Esther and the threatened slaughter of each Jew in Persia. She broke all protocol, daring to go without permission before the King and identifying herself for the first time as a Jew. She asked that her people be spared, and the King reversed his edict.
When I visited the Israeli Holocaust Museum this summer, I was reminded of this old story and of all those who 2000 years later stood up again for Jews. There is a lot for all of us to learn in our own daily lives.
Joy
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common cathedral
Paint Night |
Emmanuel Church, Boston, MA |
Sept 30th 3:00 PM | $35
All are invited to gather, celebrate, and share at the
Second Annual
common cathedral
Paint Night fundraiser.
common cathedral's weekly program, common art,
provides space, materials and a caring staff to foster
creativity and expression.
Join to experience a night of
creation as a professional artist guides you to make your
very own painting from start to finish. Bring friends and
loved ones to learn more about our programs.
All skill levels welcome, and food, drink, and endless
If you cannot attend but would like to make a donation,
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Wunderbar!
Bistro 64: Oktoberfest |
Saturday, October 13 | 6:30pm
The Hospitality Committee is pleased to announce that Bistro 64, a series of participatory dinners that began last year, will kick off a second season with our own Oktoberfest. You don't need to travel for Germany for this popular event, you can enjoy delectable German favorites right in our own Parish House. King's Chapel member Dean Lynch, whose restaurant Schroeders was a popular dinning location in downtown Boston, has generously offered to provide his signature dish - Sauerbraten with potato pancakes and red cabbage. Guests will bring beverages and all other dishes, including appetizers, additional main dishes and desserts. (Who doesn't love Black Forest Cake?) 4 spots are available for those who wish to assist - no contributions of food needed. There is a limit of 20 individuals. The dinner commences at 6:30pm and will conclude around 9pm.
Sign up online to select what you will bring/do, or contact Bistro 64 co-chairs Gregg Sorensen (gds1960@yahoo.com) or Anne Sexton (annewsexton1@gmail.com). We look forward to seeing you. Prost!
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Theology On Tap: The Ethics of Money| October 17 | 6:15 PM
What does it mean to use wealth ethically? Is it OK to be wealthy? Is it OK for the church to be wealthy? What is money for, and how does it effect our happiness? What does the Bible mean by "God and mammon" or sayings like "it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God "? Come to
Theology
on Tap to think and talk together about this topic. This month Theology on Tap will be in the Vestry, with food and drinks provided, after Holy Communion worship at 6:15.
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King's Chapel 2018 Stewardship Campaign
Has the "thermometer " RISEN?
The needle has risen inspiringly since last week.
The campaign contributions stand at a total of $113,000. Thank you, dear ones, who answered our call.
However, the 2018 goal is $225,000 and we have only 3 months to receive $80,000 above the pledges.
Thank you, everyone, who has brought us this far- but we need more moving spirit here.
If you have made a pledge, please honor it as soon as possible. Or, if you wish to make a direct contribution it's easy:
CLICK HERE to send online, or contact Gretchen Horton, church administrator, via email:
gretchen@kings-chapel.org.
Gratefully,
John Appleton, chair
Barbara Fay, co-chair
Jim Power
Cliff Allen
Jennifer Kronstain
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Join the History Program this October to experience Tales from the Crypt, candlelit Halloween tours at King's Chapel,
home to one of the few surviving church crypts in New England. This is one of our most popular programs we host throughout the year.
Descend beneath the church to discover the darker side of King's Chapel in our 18th-Century crypt on this special seasonal tour.
Walk among the 21 tombs to learn about historic burial customs and the people laid to rest beneath the chapel!
Tours offered at 5:30pm and 6:15pm
October 5-7, 14, 19-23, 25-27, 29-31
$10 per person.
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This week we began our lesson with some warm-up activities and effort and enthusiasm based prizes. We used these prizes to segue into a discussion of what it means to be a helper (servant/ disciple). The children illustrated times that they'd been a helper and we discussed the debate in Mark 9:30-37 where each disciple seeks to be greatest, but Jesus scolds them and explains why this is not the best goal. We also read a modified version of the passage from Mark and illustrated the main points. David was a helper as he taught Joseph how to use a pencil sharpener during the drawing activities, and Joseph helped us create a new game!
Upcoming:
October 7 students will work with Skip to prepare some music for the Morning Light service on October 14.
Confirmation:
The Confirmation class will be learning with Christopher Barnett this Sunday, September 30th. On October 7th they will be learning with Emanuel Genovese, in a session entitled Where Do You Stand: The Gospel According to Whom.
Volunteers:
We are still seeking volunteers to be present during Church School on October 14, 21, and 28. Please email Julie at
church.school@kings-chapel.org
if you're available. Church school runs from 10:00 - 10:45 AM.
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Evensong| September 23
The King's Chapel's Musical Season began last Sunday, September 23rd, with A Boston Evensong. The title reveals the theme of the evening: all of the music was from Boston composers, most of them contemporary. The Boston Chapter of the American Guild of Organists joined us to celebrate their Opening Service, including the Installation of Officers. Two local choral groups, MagnificatBoston; Louise Mundinger, Director, and the Choir of First United Methodist Church, Melrose; Andrew David Mattfeld, Director, joined our choir to make an outstandingly beautiful sound in our sanctuary. Baritone Dan Perry was the Cantor, and our Minister, Joy Fallon, officiated. The Service was very well attended.
Our own Heinrich Christensen played an Organ Prelude Recital, which included works by Hilary Tann, Carson Cooman and Patrick Walker. In the traditional song, Angel Band, mezzo-soprano Carrie Cheron beautifully sang the solo. Then followed the Evensong Service, which contained the US Premier of James Woodman's Magnificat Tone VIII, Megan Henderson's Super Flumina Babylonis, Everett Titcomb's Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis, and By the Waters of Babylon, by Marc Hoffeditz (with solo affectingly sung by Thomas Gregg) interspersed with the Evensong liturgy and hymns.
The Service ended with the Forman Benediction, given by Joy Fallon, and then sung in Daniel Pinkham's beautifully tender music. Heinrich played Dan's Festive March as Postlude, a joyous and flamboyant outburst which contrasted with the contemplative Benediction. It was wonderful.
The entire Service was rendered so lovingly, so devotionally and generously that one could not at times keep the eyes dry.
Afterward, many in the company attended a festive reception given by the King's Chapel Concert Committee in our Parish House Parlors.
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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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Congratulations to Senior Warden emeritis Dean Denniston, and to his daughter Mallory Elizabeth, who will be married on Martha's Vineyard on September 29. For more than a century the Denniston family has had a visible presence on Martha's Vineyard, beginning in 1902 when Dean's grandfather, Oscar E. Denniston established the first African American church on the island. Congratulations to both the bride and to the father of the bride.
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Last Week's Sermon by Rev. Joy Fallon
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Morning Light | 9 AM
- The Rev. Joy Fallon, Preaching
- Skip Lewan on Piano
- The Rev. Joy Fallon, Senior Minister
- The Rev. Amelia Nugent, Assistant Minister
- Heinrich Christensen, Music Director
- Elizabeth Barnett, Lector
- Paul Luca, Head Usher
- Sylvia Soderberg, Usher in Charge
- KC Dalton, Todd Lee, TBD, Ushers
- Clark Aitkins, Verger
The Readings:
- Psalm 19: 1-6, 14
- Old Testament, Esther 4: 1-17
- New Testament, Mark 9: 38-41
The flowers on the Chancel are
given by Jacob Edson & Amelia Nugent- in thanksgiving for their upcoming marriage.
At the communion rail following the servic, Christopher LaRoche will greet those interested in learning more about King's Chapel.
After the service all are invited to Coffee Hour hosted by Sylvia Soderberg.
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The choir will open this Sunday's Morning Prayer service with William Byrd's verse anthem Teach Me, O Lord. Soprano Emily Bieber-Harris will sung the solo verses, alternating with the full choir. The motet and offertory follow the theme of prayer on this Great Litany Sunday, with Maurice Duruflé's lovely setting of The Lord's Prayer, and Henry Purcell's haunting Hear My Prayer. The prelude is by Duruflé, and the service closes with Tremendum by Kenneth Logan, based on the tune of our closing hymn.
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Tuesday Recitals
12:15 PM
Aaron Larget-Caplan, guitar
Bach & Cage
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"Stretching his hand up to reach the stars, too often man forgets the flowers at his feet."
Chancel Flower Donations
Someone once said that life is more beautiful with flowers. They make us smile; they calm us; they invoke memories.
Would you like to offer flowers for our Morning Prayer service? Each Sunday members or friends provide flowers for our chancel. If you would like to contribute to honor a loved one, please contact Anne Sexton, chair of Chancel Committee, at
annewsexton1@gmail.com
to make arrangements.
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Sat. September 29
8:30 AM - Leadership Retreat
Wed. October 3
6:15 PM- First Wednesdays: What Is An Organ? Heinrich Christensen
Sun. October 7
Guest Preacher Taj Smith, Faith Organizing Director of YES on 3
Tues. October 9
6 PM- Parish Council Meeting
Sun. October 14
Reception for Rev. Amelia Nugent and Jake Edson, recently married
Wed. October 17
6:15 PM- Theology on Tap
Sat. October 20
Peacing It Together Training, Hosted by the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute
Thurs. October 25
6 PM- Presentation: Sacred Spaces, with
Todd Lee
Sun. October 28
5 PM- Concert Series: Dona Nobis Pacem, in observance of the centennial of the WW1 Armistace
"Tales from the Crypt" - Annual Candlelit Halloween Crypt Tours
5:30pm and 6:15 on October 5-7, 14, 19-23, 25-27, 29-30
6:15pm on October 31
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Want to know
what's going on at
King's Chapel?
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Chapel Schedule at our website:
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Volunteer: Sign up for Hospitality
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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Contributing to Between Sundays
Our e-newsletter is sent each Thursday afternoon. Want something in Between Sundays? Feel free to email administrative.assistant@kings-chapel.org with a written piece and/or pictures before Wednesday at noon!
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Accessibility Assists
Our beautiful Georgian sanctuary designed by Peter Harrison and completed in 1754, has been lovingly maintained by the congregation since its completion. One of the box pews has been made wheel-chair accessible. Ushers are available to assist those who are wheelchair-bound to that pew.
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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