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Between Sundays
Keeping the Parish Community Connected
Thursday, July 6, 2023
There's so much happening! Be sure to click view entire message at the bottom!
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Worship With Us | Sunday, July 9 | |
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Scripture Readings: Psalm 145: 8- 15
First Lesson: Song of Solomon 2: 8- 13 Second Lesson: Matthew 11: 16- 20, 28- 30
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Morning Light
Worship 9:00 AM
Sunday
On Zoom ONLY, at 9:00 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. Coffee Hour to follow, kindly hosted by Betsy Peterson and Gregg Sorensen.
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From the Minister
I’m back from our Partner Church trip, looking forward to seeing you, and rejoicing that the rain has finally ended! At least for me, rain all day on the Fourth of July was a letdown, so when the rain finally abated, the sunshine arrived brighter, and heat almost seemed a welcome assurance that there will be a summer in New England after all. But a weather “inconvenience” experienced by me is nothing like the tragedies this blistering or soaking weather brings to others. July 1st was the hottest day ever recorded on the earth, underscoring the lethal danger of climate change. What’s our role in this catastrophe, as a church? What’s our role, as a people inconvenienced, not endangered?
In the face of questions like these, is it relevant - or offensive - that Jesus said, “Come to me all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for my yoke is easy and my burden is light, and you shall find rest for your souls.”
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From the Bench
Soloist Alison LaRosa will treat you to her own setting of Psalm 100, written for her wedding just last month at the Little Chapel. In keeping with the romantic theme, you will also hear Arise, My Darling by Phyllis Hopper, and the humorous Angels at Play, a setting of Emily Dickinson’s poetry by Daniel Pinkham. The prelude is also by Pinkham (the centennial continues!), Introduction and Epitaph from his Suite for Organ, an early work that dates back to around the time Dan first came to King’s Chapel in 1958.
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Parish News and Upcoming Events | |
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Parish House Summer Hours
New hours for the Parish House are Tuesday - Thursday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. We can still be reached on our work days via phone and email, but there will not be anyone physicially at the Parish House on Mondays or Fridays.
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Susan Playfair Memorial Service
Friday, July 7, 3:00 PM at the Church
Reception following at the Parish House
A Memorial Service in honor of longtime member Susan Playfair, of Beacon Hill and Cohasset, will be held at King’s Chapel on Friday, July 7 at 3:00 PM, with a reception following at the Parish House. You are cordially invited by Susan’s family to join them in the celebration of Susan’s remarkable life. Susan died after a short illness in 2021 during the pandemic, and her memorial service was delayed until now so that more family and friends could safely attend. For more about Susan and her life, click here.
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Slavery in Boston: Exhibit at Faneuil Hall
King's Chapel Visit: Sunday, July 16, 12:30 PM
The City of Boston has opened an exhibit that addresses many of the concerns King's Chapel has been discussing, but in a very different way than our plans. It's well worth visiting, and more information can be found here. The Adult Religious Education Committee invites you to go with others from King's Chapel on Sunday July 16. Meet Betsy Peterson at King’s Chapel after Morning Prayer, or join her by the Sam Adams statue in front of Faneuil Hall at 12:30 PM.
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Mosaic Workshop
Saturday, July 22 and Sunday, July 23, 1:00- 3:00 PM at the Parish House
Do you want to create something beautiful? Sign up for a two-part mosaic-making workshop led by our own Emanuel Genovese. You may have seen other mosaics by Emanuel's students decorating the Little Chapel at the Parish House! In this workshop, Emanuel will lead us through the process of designing and creating a mosaic of our own. Please sign up by e-mailing Laura, and don't dally! Slots are limited to 6 students, and sign-up closes on July 15 to allow Emanuel to buy materials. Lunch will be provided at the first workshop.
Pictured mosaic by Tim Nelson-Hoy.
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Next BBQ at the Parish House
Thursday, July 27, 6:00- 8:00 PM
Mark your calendars for the next summer BBQ! As always, the Fallons will provide food for the grill, along with Bob's grilling talents.
Please choose a side, salad, beverage, or dessert to supply, and let Laura know what you will bring when you RSVP.
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Possible Pilgrimage to Alabama Civil Rights Sites, Fall 2023
We have just learned of three opportunities to visit Montgomery and Selma this fall, one led by the UU Living Legacy group, and two by June Cooper, UCC minister, who would have led the trip some of us had planned to take before its COVID cancellation. We must act soon to have a KC group to travel together, especially for a Cooper trip. The first step is to find out who is seriously interested. To read about the trip details, click here.
If you really hope to go and want to be included in choices and updates, email betsytpete@gmail.com as soon as possible. Let Betsy know if you are interested and if you have a strong preference among these choices.
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In July we are open to share the chapel with visitors 7 days a week! Our hours are Sunday 1:30-5:00 PM, and Monday- Saturday 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM. (On Tuesdays, History Program closes from 11:15 AM- 1:30 PM for the midday recital, to which all are welcome.) Guided tours continue on their usual schedule and ticket prices, now including Sunday afternoon tours.
Please enjoy this month's "Revolutionary King's Chapel" exhibit in the back of the Sanctuary.
July opened with a busy Harborfest. From Friday, June 30 through Tuesday, July 4, we welcomed, guided, answered questions for, gave directions to, learned from, and chatted with 4,700 visitors! The rain dampened the courtyard outside, but not the spirits of anyone inside the beautiful historic chapel.
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Parish Events This Coming Week | |
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Tuesday Recital
July 11, 12:15 PM at King's Chapel
In person and livestreamed
Next week’s Tuesday recital features the Folias Duo, currently on tour with their program of original works for flute and guitar.
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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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27th Annual Mother's Day Walk 4 Peace: Participation Report
The Louis D. Brown Peace Institute expresses gratitude for our presence and support these last 9 years, walking with them in many ways. This year, 18 King's Chapel members and friends joined the Walk 4 Peace, led by a group of survivors of the murder of loved ones. Many of you contributed financially to our total contribution of $8,825, including $425 in donations at the 4-handed piano concert on Father's Day. 28 members, friends, LDBPI members, and musicians attended. We were dazzled by the dancing hands of Heinrich and Bob, and it was another opportunity to be together in community.
We bore witness to unbearable pain, but also to the ongoing comfort, help, and healing people receive from the Peace Institute. It gives us an opportunity to say that we care, and to recommit to working to create peace, love, and healing in our troubled world .
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We rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep ~ Romans 12:15 | |
We continue to hold in our prayers Russ Miller, who had open heart surgery recently and is on his long journey of recovery at home. We rejoice with all the progress he’s already made and seek to support him in the limits he still faces. | |
We rejoice with Sylvia Soderberg who turned 86 on July 1st. Happy Birthday to Sylvia and all those with birthdays in July. | |
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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