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Between Sundays
Keeping the Parish Community Connected
Thursday, June 29, 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 2 | |
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Scripture Readings: Psalm 13
First Lesson: Micah 6: 8 Second Lesson: Matthew 10: 40- 42
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Morning Light
Worship 9:00 AM
Sunday
On Zoom ONLY, at 9:00 AM.
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Morning Prayer with Holy Communion
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 Stephen Fisher.
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From the Minister
This Sunday, newly elected Junior Warden Stephen Courtney will lead worship with the Rev. Rali Weaver, current Minister at the UU Church in Dedham and our former Assistant Minister. On this Fourth of July weekend, Stephen will read from a historic sermon preached at King’s Chapel in 1874, on the death of Senator Charles Sumner, a formidable foe of slavery and advocate for abolition. Sumner was a former King’s Chapel member, and the words of our minister, the Rev. Henry Foote, testify to the impact Sumner’s life had. Rev. Weaver will consecrate Communion, which will be served at the Morning Prayer service.
Stephen has been a member of King’s Chapel for ten years, and has served in many capacities, including Chair of the Building Committee, Chair of Denominational Affairs, and co-founder of the weekly Bible study. In his civilian life, Stephen is an architect, with a specialty in designing and developing proton therapy centers for the treatment of cancer.
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From the Bench
Our soloist for this Sunday, Jaya Lakshminarayanan, has declared a musical theme of French music of the 20th century-- by Jean Langlais, André Caplet, and Auguste Descarries-- for your delectation, including settings of The Lord's Prayer and Agnus Dei during Communion. It will be supplemented with organ works by Jean Langlais.
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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 at 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 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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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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June open hours for the History Program are Mondays, and Wednesday - Fridays 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM, and Sundays 1:30 - 5:00 PM. Our mini-exhibit for June celebrates Pride Month, looking at LGBTQIA+ history at King's Chapel.
July hours also include Tuesdays, 10:00- 11:15 AM and 1:30- 5:00PM, to accommodate the regular midday music recitals. We'll be open to share the chapel with visitors 7 days a week!
July opens with Harborfest! From Friday, June 30 through Tuesday, July 4, we are open with $0 Admission. Donations are greatly appreciated ($5 suggested donation). Please enjoy this month's "Revolutionary King's Chapel" exhibit in the back of the Sanctuary. Guided tours continue with their usual schedule and ticket prices.
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Parish Events This Coming Week | |
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Tuesday Recital
June 27, 12:15 PM at King's Chapel
In person and livestreamed
Next week’s Tuesday recital features Cheryl Van Ornam playing patriotic organ music for July 4.
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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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First Summer BBQ
The first of the summer barbecues was held last night, and the rain held off! About 20 people enjoyed the delicious grilled food, prepared by Bob Fallon, along with the tasty sides, salads and desserts brought by the guests. It was a wonderful way to start the summer. We hope to see you on July 27 at 6:00PM for BBQ #2!
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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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