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Between Sundays
Keeping the Parish Community Connected
Thursday, February 16, 2023
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Worship With Us | Sunday, February 19 | |
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Scripture Readings: Psalm 99
First Lesson: Exodus 24: 12-18 Second Lesson: Matthew 17: 1-9
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Morning Light
Worship 9:00 AM
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
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—
Notwithstanding our recent warm spell, we’ve still got a little over a month until spring officially arrives. And yet… in a few days we’ll mark the turning of another season. This Sunday will be the last “after Epiphany” and the next will be the first “of Lent.” Lent, of course, being another word for “springtime.” Or, in a nod to these longer days, “lengthening.” On this last Sunday after Epiphany, we conclude our exploration of Jesus’ manifestation to those who encountered him in his earthly ministry.
Click here to read more.
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From the Bench
This Sunday's prelude is a plethora of Pinkham previews, punctiliously prepared for your pleasure. Click here to read more.
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Parish News and Upcoming Events | |
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Memorial Committee Congregational Engagement
As part of our ongoing conversation regarding King’s Chapel’s Memorial to Enslaved Persons, the Memorial Committee will be inviting your feedback next week—stay tuned for an email with further details on how to respond! In the meantime, please visit our website for the latest details on the Memorial.
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This Sunday | Reading/Performance by Regie Gibson Letter and Spirit: The Rants, Chants, and Coos of a Literary Musician
Sunday, February 19, 1:00 PM, In-Person at the Parish House and Live via Zoom
Come join Regie Gibson for an afternoon of story, spoken word poetry, music and song. This will be an intelligent, thoughtful, bluesy, jazzy, touching exploration into what it means to live, laugh, and love as a human being.
Open to all, there is no charge for this event, but registration in advance is required. Light refreshments will be provided at 12:30 prior to the start of the performance.
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Pinkham 100: Songs for Solo Voice and Organ
Sunday, February 26 at 5:00 PM
Our next Sunday concert takes place on February 26 at 5:00 PM, when choir members Emily Bieber-Harris, Brian Church, Jaya Lakshminarayanan, Alison LaRosa, Dan Perry, and Mary Sears will offer examples from Daniel Pinkham’s extensive catalog of solo songs, accompanied by Heinrich on the organ.
Advance tickets on sale here.
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Second Briefing on Trip to Transylvania
A second briefing on the Trip to Transylvania planned for ten days, June 7-17, will be conducted via Zoom on Tuesday, February 28th, at 7 p.m. At this meeting interested people from King’s Chapel will be receive an information packet with registration forms. A short registration period will follow. Click here to read more.
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In January we welcomed four new members to King's Chapel! We are so grateful they have joined us, and we will use this space to introduce them each week.
Alecia Carey and Stephen Oddo live on Beacon Hill with their two small children, Charlotte and Henry, who were both Baptized at King's. Henry was also honored to play the baby Jesus in the beautiful 2022 Christmas Eve service. Stephen works in the travel industry, and Alecia in political philanthropy.
They are engaged in the community, with Charlotte attending the Park Street Preschool
and both children to be found most days playing in the Boston Common. They are delighted to be new members of the wonderful community at King's Chapel, and look forward to participating in every way.
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This Sunday | Annual Shrove Pancake Breakfast February 19, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Parish House, 64 Beacon St.
The King’s Chapel tradition is to gather this Sunday at the Parish House, where children and their parents make pancakes. . We invite the congregation to join us for the meal. It's an informal, fun event. If you expect to attend, please let us know by contacting Laura@kings-chapel.org.
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Bistro 64: Mardi Gras Party
Tuesday, February 21 at 6:30 PM at the Parish House
We celebrate "Fat Tuesday" with sumptuous Creole cuisine. Don your favorite mask and get ready for a fun evening.
Please select a dish to bring, either an appetizer, salad, or side dish. Or, you may provide a beverage of your choosing. Prepare your dish at home or make it in the Parish House kitchen starting at 5 pm. To RSVP with the dish you are making, send an email to co-chairs Anne Sexton (annewsexton1@gmail.com) or Gregg Sorensen (gds1960@yahoo.com). We look forward to getting together with you!
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Ash Wednesday Imposition of Ashes and Worship Service
Wednesday, February 22
On Ash Wednesday, we will again be offering the imposition of ashes in front of King's Chapel, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Our service will be held in the sanctuary at 12:15 PM. Please join us.
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Living Lent: Scarcity or Abundance?
Book Group
Mondays February 27 - April 3 at 6:00 PM via Zoom
On Mondays during Lent, join your clergy to discuss scripture, poetry, and prose as we explore our theme, "Living Lent: Scarcity or Abundance?" The book we'll follow is Between Midnight and Dawn: A Literary Guide to Prayer for Lent, Holy Week, and Eastertide.
There will be 10 copies of the book available to borrow. Let Lin Nulman, our office assistant, know if you'd like to have a copy set aside at the Parish House. There also will be copies to borrow at Morning Prayer in the chapel. It is available on the web for purchase, new or used ($6 to $19). Please register here to participate.
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History Program Regular February Hours
Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Sunday 1:30-4:00 PM (self-guided only)
School Vacation Week: February 20-25th
10:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Join the History Program all week, February 20-25th, for a special celebration of our Revere & Son bell. As the bell celebrates 207 years at King's Chapel, we will have special activities- crafts, fun facts, and daily bell ringing at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. From Monday-Saturday, all General Admission will include trips up to the belfry on the quarter-hour to see the bell! We are closed midday Feb 21st and 22nd for the Tuesday recital and the Ash Wednesday service.
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Parish Events This Coming Week | |
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Tuesday Recital
February 21, 12:15 PM at King's Chapel
In person and livestreamed
The Tuesday recital will feature gambist James Perretta who, in addition to the traditional Early Music repertoire for his instrument, also plays around with more modern arrangements of his own, ranging from jazz standards to video game music.
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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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"We Weep With Those Who Weep, And Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice" ~Romans 12:15 | |
UUSC Response to the Earthquake Impacting Turkey and Syria
Our hearts go out to the people of Turkey and Syria as they face the aftermath of the devastating earthquake. In light of this, the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) suggests ways of responding. We stand in prayer and support of all those who suffer.
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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's vibrant ministry depends upon your financial support, with many convenient ways to give. Click the button below to find out how you can become a supporter of King's Chapel. 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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