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Between Sundays
Keeping the Parish Community Connected
Thursday, May 11, 2023
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Worship With Us | Sunday, May 14 | |
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Scripture Readings: Psalm 66: 8- 20
First Lesson: Acts 17: 22- 31 Second Lesson: John 14: 15- 21
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Morning Light
Worship 9:00 AM
Sunday
In person at 64 Beacon Street and on Zoom at 9:00 AM. Doors open at 8:45 AM.
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Morning Prayer
Worship 11:00 AM
Sunday
In-person at 58 Tremont St. and live-streamed. Doors open at 10:30 AM.
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From the Minister
My Dear Friends—
On my second day here at King’s Chapel, I brought a single item with me to decorate my office. Before the arrival of the books and the photographs and the plants—or even the desk upon which I write these words—there was a single card, which has occupied
a place on the mantle every day since: a white dove, wings extended, hovers in flight, grasping an olive branch against the backdrop of a brilliant blue sky. It was a gift from Joy, our senior minister, in honor of my birthday and first day of ministry. “May the Spirit fill your life with peace, wisdom, and strength,” she wrote. “Hovering over us, leading us where we didn’t expect to go, finding life in what has long seemed like only waves—how blessed we are that She brought you to us!” Click here to continue reading.
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From the Bench
This Sunday, we ease into Mother's Day with Sometimes I Feel like a Motherless Child, as arranged for solo organ by Iain Farrington. Thomas Gregg is home from snowbirding in Tucson, so he will sing a setting of the Prayer of St. Francis by another centennial composer, Russell Woollen.
The choir will sing Tom's piece Hiding Place, based on Psalm 32 and featuring Alison LaRosa on baroque flute. The choir will also sing Bobby McFerrin's setting of The 23rd Psalm and, for a spot of Marian devotion, Madonna on the Waves by Danish composer P.E. Lange-Müller. The postlude is another spiritual reimagined by Iain Farrington, Every Time I Feel the Spirit..
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Parish News and Upcoming Events | |
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A Weekend to Celebrate David’s Ministry
Saturday, May 13
11:00 AM – A Farewell Service of Blessing and Communion, Little Chapel, 64 Beacon St, and on Zoom. Click here to register for the link
12:00 PM – Reception, Parish House Garden, 64 Beacon St.
The luncheon will feature chicken and waffles, and a special birthday cake to celebrate his 45th! We ask guests to bring sides, salads or beverages RSVP to let us know if you can come and what you will bring
Sunday, May 14
8:00 AM – Meet David for the Mother’s Day Walk for Peace in Dorchester
11:00 AM – Morning Prayer at King's Chapel, David’s Final Sermon
12:00 PM – Special Coffee Hour after Morning Prayer
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The 27th Annual Mother's Day Walk for Peace | This Sunday May 14
The Peace Institute has a match, and every gift up to $5000 WILL BE MATCHED DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR UNTIL MOTHER'S DAY. (Please note the additional amount will not appear on our team's total.)
Funds raised will go towards the Peace Institute's:
Rest In Peace Fund, which ensures families are able to bury their loved ones with dignity and compassion
Live In Peace Fund, which supports families’ practical and emotional needs
Gather with fellow walkers at 8:00 AM at Town Field Park (1520 Dorchester Ave) in Dorchester and then embark on the Peace Walk at 8:30am. Please keep in mind that the Red Line may cause delays and we encourage planning accordingly for those who will travel by MBTA.
Click here to donate to the King's Chapel team!
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Become a Member of King's Chapel
Informational Dinner: Wednesday, May 24, 6:00 PM
Are you interested in becoming a member of King’s Chapel? Would you like to know more about us? Join us for an informational Membership Dinner on Wednesday May 24 at 6:00 PM at the Parish House at 64 Beacon Street. We are welcoming new members at our Sunday services on June 4.
If you have interest or questions, we'd love to talk with you. Please contact a Membership Committee member:
Sylvia Soderberg, Chair, Cathy Price, Gregg Sorenson, or the Rev. Joy Fallon.
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May is Preservation Month!
Look throughout the Sanctuary for interesting facts about historical building plans, renovations, and alterations, along with an exhibit of building materials.
Our Hours Have Changed
Click here to see what's happening in May!
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Parish Events This Coming Week | |
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Tuesday Recital
May 16, 12:15 PM at King's Chapel
In person and livestreamed
Next Tuesday's recital features organist Richard Benefield playing Buxtehude and Pinkham.
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Virtual Bible Study
Wednesdays, 6:15 PM on Zoom
Join us for our weekly lectionary-based Bible study, beginning at 6:15 PM.
Contact Tim to register.
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Weekly Thursday Coffee
Thursdays, 10:00 AM on Zoom
Bring your cup of coffee or tea and join other King's Chapel folks for an informal conversation by Zoom every Thursday morning. Drop in for any part of the hour.
Register here to join.
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Memorial Update
Last Sunday, following a presentation of our journey over the past four plus years, a review of the issues raised to date, and an opportunity to hear both from the members of the committee and the membership, we posed the question, asking whether we should create a memorial inclusive of a commemoration design by Harmonia Rosales, and also a fund dedicated to advancing the work of repair and reconciliation. The response of those present was clear, with 43 of the 60 members voting in favor of moving forward.
With tremendous appreciation and gratitude to all those who have accompanied us on this journey, the Committee indicated that we would continue to address attendant issues and concerns as we move closer to the Annual Meeting on June 4th, when the official vote on the proposal will be taken.
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King's Chapel Prayer Circle | |
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The King's Chapel Prayer Circle is a group of individuals including our ministers, who offer prayers for any who request it, and always in complete confidence. The group is facilitated by Cynthia Perkins. To request prayers please contact Joy (joy@kings-chapel.org) or Cynthia (prayerrequest@kings-chapel.org).
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King's Chapel Stewardship | |
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You are invited to show your love for King's Chapel with a gift to the 2023 Stewardship campaign! Every gift ensures that King's Chapel can continue to meet the spiritual needs of our beloved community and is greatly appreciated. Visit kings-chapel.org/stewardship for more information and to make your gift or pledge today - thank you!
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In the love of truth, and in the spirit of Jesus Christ,
we unite for the worship of God
and the service of all.
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