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Spotlight On: Congregational Budget Meeting and Vote | Sunday February 2, 12:15 PM | King's Chapel
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Immediately following the service this Sunday, we will vote on the proposed 2020 budget. Due to our congregational governance, we need a quorum to vote to approve the budget. Come and let your voice be heard!
A copy of the proposed budget can be found HERE
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In the heat of the moment, under the pressure of a jury trial, have you noticed what kind of arguments are made? In the impeachment trial ongoing this week, we've heard arguments about what's fair, what's needed to prove a case, and disbelief from both sides: how can you think that, given the facts?
The same kind of arguments are heard in a trial that takes place in the Old Testament, between God and his people, accusing each other of unreasonableness. "I did all this for you; why aren't you more loyal to me?" asks God! "But you're never satisfied with us," say the people. "Do you want our first born children, God?"
"Wait, wait, wait," the prophet Micah intervenes. "O people, dear humans, God has already shown you what to do. Just this: Do justice, love kindness and mercy, and walk humbly with your God."
In your life, in the impeachment trial, what would it look like to "Do justice. Love Mercy. Walk humbly with God"?
Joy
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Ministers for the Next Two Weeks
Beginning on Monday, February 3, Joy and her husband will be out of town, celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. Joy will not be in church on Sunday, February 9, but will be present on both Sunday February 2 and 16. If you need pastoral care during the time Joy is away, please contact our Minister for Education and Membership,
David Waters or by cell: 217-419-6479.
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Special History Tours through February
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If you're dying for something different to do this Valentine's Day, join the King's Chapel History Program on a candlelit crypt tour, exploring the history of love, loss, and laying the dead to rest!
Would you wear jewelry made from your deceased loved one's hair?
Would you consider preparing their body yourself and hosting the wake in your living room?
Uncover the history of American mourning traditions, funeral customs, and burial practices as they relate to the loss of a loved one throughout Boston's history. Discover the memorials within King's Chapel and explore the crypt beneath King's Chapel, walking among the 21 tombs, and experience the stories of the historic people and couples laid to rest within them.
Tours offered at 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM most dates, but are offered at 5:30 PM and 7 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
January 31 - February 3, February 7-11, 13-17, 21-22, 24, and 28-29.
$15 per person with discounted rates for students, seniors, and congregation members, available by clicking HERE
Tours begin tomorrow, January 31! Enter promo code MEMBER for 50% off your ticket.
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Sandwich Making for common cathedral | Sunday, February 9th | 10 AM | at the Parish House
On Sunday, February 9th, we will be blessed to again share food and worship with our neighbors at common cathedral, when they meet at Brewer Fountain on the Boston Common as they have for nearly 30 years, rain or shine. We will make and pack bag lunches at 10 AM at the Parish House, then join them for lunch at 12:30 PM at Brewer Fountain, and then for worship in their church service at 1 PM. Please consider joining us for this opportunity to be in fellowship and community with our unhoused neighbors. Contact Tim Nelson-Hoy for more information or to sign up. |
Join our Community Partner for Winter Walk | Sunday February 9
On Sunday February 9, 2020, King's Chapel is invited to join our neighbors from
common cathedral at the fourth
annual
Winter Walk
which raises awareness and funds to help end homelessness.
The Walk will begin and end in Copley Square, Boston. Registration begins at 8:30 AM, the Walk sets out at 9 AM followed by a community breakfast, and the event ends no later than 11 AM. All are welcome!
Gary Riccio is organizing a team from King's Chapel. If you are interested in joining, please contact him at
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King's Chapel Concert Series: Sonata | Sunday, February 23 | 5 PM | King's Chapel, 58 Tremont Street
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Scaffolding willing, our next Sunday concert is slated for February 23, at 5 PM.
Following last season's program of organ Toccatas, this year we will explore the Sonata.
From the Latin root sonare, to sound, the word Sonata originally was used as a designation for an instrumental, as opposed to vocal, piece.
Over the course of music history, it came to be applied to rather specific forms, but as soon as those were established, inventive composers started experimenting with the form in all conceivable directions.
Join us on a musical journey through the centuries with works from Scarlatti to Woodman!
Following the program, the music committee cordially invites you to raise a cup of sonorous cheer and a crackling cookie in the vestibule.
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Forgiveness: Finding Peace by Letting Go | Lenten Retreat | Saturday, March 14, 10 AM - 3 PM |
Parish House, 64 Beacon Street
Joy will lead a one-day retreat on our Lenten Theme, Forgiveness: Finding Peace Through Letting Go. Drawing from the writings of Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama on forgiveness, we'll share a small worship service; have quiet, peaceful opportunities to reflect individually; a shared lunch; and talk with others if you want. We'll have available poetry, scripture, art and cooking as ways to explore forgiveness and letting go. The retreat is $15 to cover costs of materials and food; scholarships are available. Please sign up with Parish Administrative Assistant
Laura Zeugner, or 617-227-2155 x104.
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Pilgrimage Trip to the New National Museum of Peace and Justice, and Other Civil Rights Sites in Montgomery, Alabama | Thursday April 16-Sunday April 19, 2020.
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King's Chapel members have been invited to join a group of church members who are taking a pilgrimage to civil rights sites in Montgomery Alabama. The trip is being led by several clergy, including the Rev. June Cooper, Executive Director of the City Mission Society who has preached at King's Chapel, and by the Rev. Dan Smith, of Cambridge's First Church, where the congregation has been exploring its history of slavery, as we have. The group is limited to 50, and participants are responsible for their own transportation costs and hotel. The fee is $250.
Joy and Bob Fallon, and Amy Meyer and David Wheeler are planning to go. For more information, click HERE. The deadline to register is February 16.
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King's Chapel Environmental Action Initiative
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A King's Chapel group to address environmental concerns is in the early stages of formation. If you would like to participate please contact
Peter Sexton or
Kent Wittenburg . You will be advised of the next meeting.
In the meantime, mark your calendar for Sunday, April 19 as King's Chapel's celebrates the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Details are being formulated.
Lastly the group leaves you with this:
Ranking causes of bird deaths annually in 48 contiguous USA states:
First place
: Cats are responsible for the deaths of 1.4 to 3.7 billion birds and 6.9 to 20.7 billion mammals every year, according to research conducted by the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Second Place: According to a 2014 article in the ornithological journal
Condor, an estimated 365 million to 988 million birds die each year by colliding into buildings in the United States.
Third place: According to the current literature somewhere between 140,000 and 328,000 birds die each year from collisions with wind turbines.
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News from the Adult Religious Education Committee
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Parable Read and Performance
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King's Chapel is reading Octavia Butler's Parable of the Sower with New Roots AME Church as part of Boston's citywide reading of Butler's classic Afrofuturist novel. Butler's insights on humanity and the beliefs that shape society encourage conversation about the climate crisis, survival, and ways of deepening our humanity.
On Sunday, February 16, members will gather for a book discussion after Morning Prayer in the vestry. All are invited to attend. On Saturday, February 22, from 12-2 PM, members will join New Roots AME for a book discussion with Rev. Mariama White-Hammond, an activist and organizer for ecological and social justice.
On Friday, March 27, at 8 PM, King's Chapel members will attend
ArtsEmerson's musical stage adaptation of
Parable of the Sower. Lee Glenn will be taking reservations in the vestibule following Morning Prayer on Sunday, Jan 19 and 26, for all those interested in attending. Group discounted tickets are $34; there are scholarships available. For more information or reservations, please contact Lee at
leeglenn@verizon.net
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Sanctuary Ceiling Project
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Last week was a productive week for the current ceiling restoration work done by
@johncanningco
. The paint has been stripped and the screws and washers are being put in place to begin the plastering process!
According to the
@goodyclancyarch
Historic Structures Report, the first major interior and exterior repairs of King's Chapel began in the 1820s. Around this time, the original finishes were refurbished and it appears that part of the interior began to get whitewashed. In the 1840s, another series of improvements began. According to our church records at the
@mhs1791
, $144.50 was spent "whitening ceiling and coloring walls..." However, we are unsure of the exact color of the ceiling at this time. The pews and walls were also painted a lighter color, so there must have been a noticeable difference from the original 1754 dark interior! (Photo courtesy of John Canning & Co.)
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Did you know the function and aesthetic look of both the attic- and sanctuary-sides of the ceiling completely changed during the middle of the 19th century? In fact, the decorative medallion located in the center of the ceiling was has a very practical purpose but was not always there! In 1849, a new, circular opening for ventilation was created with an ornamented acanthus leaf motif was added to the ceiling, which you can clearly see in this late 19th century
@bplboston
photograph of the interior. Above the ceiling and in the attic, you will find the wooden duct that is part of this 1849 gravity-ventilation system still intact. A part of the wooden duct is visible in the bottom left corner of the current image of the attic. This system acted as an early "air conditioner" that let the warm sanctuary air out through the roof. But don't worry, the ceiling vents are closed during the winter so we don't lose the precious warm air during those cold, snowy days! (Photos courtesy of John Canning & Co. and the Boston Public Library)
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Progress continues this week with
@johncanningco
repairing and cleaning up the attic-side of the ceiling. This included removing all of the old 20th century insulation. Restoration is hard work!
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Our Parish House must still echo with the sounds of music, laughter, applause and shouts of appreciation after Sunday evening's concert. Heinrich and thirteen singers from our choir gave us an evening of beautiful and varied musical offerings in an unusual concert, celebrating, once again, last season's gifts of two beautiful pianos.
The concert began in the Little Chapel, where Heinrich opened the program with the lovely Debussy
Prélude from
Suite Bergamasque. We heard solo art songs from such well-known composers as Brahms, Copland, Dvor
ák, and Satie, and also ensemble performances, in which the voices were gorgeous together. There were atmospheric groups of songs about winter, and about night. Alison LaRosa played her flute in
Icicles, by Robert Aitken, and Josh Glassman tuned up and played a group of wine glasses for
Stars, by Eriks Esenvalds, as examples of the surprising variety of the program.
Intermission was a Big Chili Feast upstairs in the parlors, and then the audience was treated to a Cabaret-style second act, as the singers performed some less formal music, beginning with a lovely performance of Barber's
Sure on This Shining Night. There were amazing accounts of Bernstein's songs from
Candide and very funny renditions of Berlin's
Tra-la, la, la, Lloyd Webber's
Macavity the Mystery Cat and Copland's
The Dodger, which left us breathless.
The evening ended with Heather Holland singing, and then leading the whole room in
Proud Mary. It was a real clappin', foot-stompin' festive finale to an amazing evening.
Thanks and plaudits to Heinrich, who is genius at programming and drawing out the varied talents of his singer friends, to say nothing of giving our pianos their beautiful due.
Bravi, Emily Bieber-Harris, Hannah Carlson, Jaya Lakshminarayanan, Mary Sears, Heather Holland, Alison LaRosa, Jennifer Webb, Josh Glassman, Andy Troska, Bryan Wells, Sudeep Agarwala, Brian Church, and Dan Perry!!! Each one sang beautifully, and revealed their astonishing talents for dramatic and humorous performance. I wish there were space for individual credits and comments.
Thanks also to Music Committee Wonder Women Joan Hunt, Betty Lykins, Melinda Merino Riccio, Mary Sears and Nadia Stevens. And to Joy Fallon, Gretchen Horton, David Waters, and Anne Sexton, who were friends in need and in deed.
-Sylvia Soderberg
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King's Chapel: History & Slavery Follow Up Meeting
Following morning worship on January 26, approximately twenty interested persons met in the sanctuary to discuss their thoughts, ideas and reactions to the report of the ad hoc committee on King's Chapel and Slavery, which was presented to the congregation in November by Faye Charpentier, KC's History Program Director.
The meeting was also an opportunity to discuss next
steps in determining just how we might memorialize
those enslaved individuals associated with King's
Chapel.
Discussion was lively and animated with individuals
expressing a variety of reactions, opinions, and
concerns ranging from complete ignorance of this
part of our church's history to concerns that we be
fearless and forthright in our efforts to create a
suitable memorial.
Discussion also focused on the idea of having two
types of memorials: one of brick and mortar, which
could go in the church or on the building, or the
other would be a living memorial, an on-going
relationship with our neighbors in the community.
Interested folks had the opportunity to select one of
these options to work on as part of the next steps in
this process.
For more information regarding this project, or if you
wish to receive a copy of the ad hoc committee's
report, please contact either Dean Denniston
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Sunday Services
Sunday, February 2
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
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Morning Light | 9 AM
Rev. Joy Fallon Preaching
- Skip Lewan, piano
- Emilia Filippone, Verger
- Michelle Gaudet, Nursery
Morning Prayer with Holy Communion | 11 AM
- The Rev. Joy Fallon, Senior Minister
- David Waters, Minister for Education and Membership
- Heinrich Christensen, Music Director
- Anne Sexton, Lector
- Michael Bergeron, Head Usher
- Pam Bergeron, Mike Bergeron and Bob Fitzgerald, Ushers
- Clark Aitkins, Verger
The Readings:
Psalm 15
Micah 6: 1-8
1 Corinthians 1: 23-31
The flowers on the chancel are given by Anne and Peter Sexton, "in loving memory of our parents Molly and William Barthorpe, Teresa and Donald Sexton."
At the communion rail following the service Bill Kuttner will greet those
interested in learning more about King's Chapel.
After the service, please join us for coffee and refreshments in the vestibule, hosted by Gregg Sorensen.
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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Did you miss last week's sermon or want to hear it again? Listen
HERE
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Heinrich will start practicing his Sonatas for the February 23 concert this week at church, opening and closing the service with C.P.E. Bach's sprightly Sonata in D Major. Still recovering from last week's Big Chill,
the choir will return to its most monastic self, singing a full Mass by Italian master Claudio Monteverdi for our Communion service. Soloist Mary Sears will treat you to Aaron Copland's arrangement of the Shaker Song
Simple Gifts.
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February 4, 12:15 PM
Tunefoolery
"Light in the Dark-Tunes for Winter"
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Beginning January 31: Valentine Crypt Tours at King's Chapel, 5:30 and 6:30 PM
February 2: Congregational Budget Meeting and Vote, 12:15 PM
February 9: Sandwich making for common cathedral, 10 AM
February 9: Winter Walk for common cathedral, 8:30 AM
February 16: Book Discussion, 12:15 PM
February 19: Theology on Tap: Beauty and the Theological Imagination, 6:15 PM
February 23: Concert: Sonata, 5 PM
March 1: Safety Training for All Ushers, 12:15 PM
March 27: ArtsEmerson Parable of the Sower, 8 PM
March 29: Concert: Alexander's Feast, 5 PM
Lenten Activities and Services
February 23: Shrove Pancake Breakfast, 10 AM
February 25: Mardis Gras dinner party, 6 PM
February 26: Ash Wednesday, Imposition of Ashes, 8 AM - 5:30 PM
February 26: Mid-day service, 12:15 PM, Evening service, 5:30 PM
March 14: Lenten Retreat, 10 AM - 3 PM
April 5: Palm Sunday
April 9: Maundy Thursday service, 5:30 PM
April 10: Good Friday services, 12:15 and 8 PM
April 11: Decorate the Church, 10 AM
April 11: Easter Crafts
April 11: Easter Vigil service, 8 PM
April 12: Easter service, 11 AM
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Sunday February 2: Church School
Committee, 10 AM
Sunday February 2: Congregational Budget Vote, 12:15 PM
Wednesday February 5: CAC, 6:30 PM
Monday February 24: Vestry, 6 PM
Thursday February 27, Parish Council, 6 PM
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Tuesday Meditation Group
Weekly at 7:30 am | Parish House, 64 Beacon Street
In this upcoming session, at Barbara's suggestion, we will meditate for a full 30 minutes instead of our normal 20 minute sessions. We look with expectation to how that 30 minutes might effect the rest of our day. How might it effect your day? Open to all.
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Lectio Divina
Wednesdays at 2:00 PM | Parish House, 64 Beacon Street
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Want to know what's
going on at
King's Chapel?
Click
HERE
to view the King's
Chapel Calendar 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.
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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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