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GODSPEED GEORGE SARGEANT

On Sunday, July 21, at 11:00am Old South will be honoring George Sargeant for his 19 years of inspired service to the church. There will be amazing service music with a special massed choir, and you won't want to miss it! George is a consummate professional who earned the deep trust of all his colleagues. George will be missed, and we are also thrilled for him to be taking the reins at Plymouth church in Shaker Heights Ohio. There, he will helm a fabulous music program--soon to be all the more fabulous. And he'll also be a one day drive closer to tornado alley. Did you know George is a passionate storm chaser and weather enthusiast? 

NOTES ON SUNDAY'S FESTIVAL WORSHIP MUSIC

George notes that "During my time at Old South, the music program evolved from one based almost entirely upon classical music into one that prizes a variety of styles, better reflecting its commitment to and celebration of human diversity." This Sunday's Festival Worship music will reflect this exciting blend of musical styles and includes three of his own hymn arrangements. Click here to learn more.

PURSE FOR GEORGE SARGEANT

In keeping with Old South tradition, we’re gathering a purse to honor George’s considerable tenure at Old South, and to celebrate his new role as Director of Music and the Arts at Plymouth Church in Shaker Heights, Ohio. You can click here to make a donation; or, to contribute via check, please include "George’s purse" in the memo line (made out to Old South) and drop your check in an offering plate or mail it to the church (attention: Remy Hatfield-Gardner). Gifts can be made any time between now and the end of July. Please note: all gifts will be accounted so as to ensure tax deductibility for contributors.

THIS SUNDAY, JULY 21, 2024

For links to bulletins and the worship livestream click here.

SUMMER AT OLD SOUTH CHURCH

YOGA AND MEDITATION

Sundays at 10am in Mary Norton Hall

You, so beautifully knit together and fearfully wonderful, are invited to Yoga and Meditation during the 10 o'clock hour in Mary Norton Hall. Journals and welcoming space provided, BYOM (...mat) or email amyecoe@gmail.com if you need one provided or have any questions.

SUMMER CHOIR

Contact Mitchell Crawford for more information

Continuing through Labor Day, Festival Choir will suspend Thursday rehearsals, inviting all who wish to join us Sunday mornings at 10am to rehearse music for that day's 11am Festival Worship.

July 21: Sunday Funday: we'll head to a playground, the library, or another fun place we decide upon

July 28 All-Church Picnic at the Public Garden

Sunday, June 23, 11:30am - 1:30pm

BYO food & Blanket/Chair. Beacon St side of the pond.

Click here to learn more about Summer Sundays Family Fun at Old South

OPEN NEWBURY STREET

Every Sunday throughout the summer

When planning your trip to church, please be aware that Newbury Street will be car-free every Sunday throughout the summer. You can findmore information here.

GROWING AND LIVING IN COMMUNITY

NEW DATE FOR ALL-CHURCH RETREAT

Craigville Retreat Center, September 27-29

This fall our All-Church Retreat has been moved forward to Sept. Plan on joining us for this Friday to Sunday experience, or for the day-only on Saturday. Registration begins in late July, scholarships are available and kids are free (even teenagers). 

Logistics Questions? Contact Kate Nintcheu

Program Questions? Caontact Rachel Barton

HEARD IT AT COUNCIL

Click here to read the full article

from Church Historian Kate Silfen

This month's Council meeting included introduction of the new Twilight Worship Creative Director, good financial news, Council retreat plans, Climate Crisis update, and information on the Welcome Our Neighbors initiative from Christian Service and Outreach.

WELCOMING NEW NEIGHBORS

The flow of immigrants to Massachusetts continues to strain the state Emergency Shelter system. The Old South New Neighbors Task Force is organizing to help. There are two ways to support this effort. 

We will be collecting blankets (new or gently used but clean, twin or double) for overnight use, and midsize roller suitcases in good condition to move personal items back and forth. A drop-off box will be available in the Narthex on Sundays and in the coat room next to the Gordon Chapel entry on weekdays. Donations can also be purchased on a Target Wishlist and delivered directly to the welcome center. If you can help or have questions, please contact Margaret Sablove.

Due to the changing nature of the migrant housing situation, Old South will not be hosting families for day programming in July, but we are working to find ways to connect to resources to support and welcome our new neighbors in the weeks and months ahead. If you would like to join us, contact Carol Boggs.

TAKE THE OLD SOUTH SOCIAL JUSTICE SURVEY

The Christian Service and Outreach Committee is leading a rethink of how we pursue social justice as a congregation. Help us love and serve our city by sharing what you think and how you want to serve. The survey will take 5-10 minutes to complete.

Click here to take the survey

common cathedral

SUMMERTIME BOSTON WARM AT

OLD SOUTH CHURCH

Fridays 8 AM-12 Noon

Continuing our long time partnership with common cathedral, we will host Boston Warm every Friday this summer in the Club Room. common cathedral is a regular beneficiary of our Christian Service and Outreach grants. Learn more at the common cathedral website by going to  commoncathedral.org/about.  

GREEN TIP: Consider Starting a Garden Club

Are you and your neighbors interested in beautification of your neighborhood or town? Do you want to learn how to grow your own vegetables - even on your patio? Are you concerned about environmental issues facing your community? Do you wish you knew how to landscape your yard, plant a container garden on your porch or make a floral centerpiece for your dinner table? Focus on any or all of these things while building friendships and bettering your community and environment! Click here to learn more.

OTHER WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

TWILIGHT WORSHIP CURRENT SERIES:

STICK AROUND AND STAY: PARABLES, PSALMS AND PROPHETS

Thursdays, 6pm, in the Gordon Chapel

Disciples most often got in on the gospel by sticking around and asking questions. Join us for a series digging into some of the more curious and confusing parts of the Bible.

VESPERS HEALING WORSHIP

Next Service Sunday, July 14, 5pm on Zoom,

Click here to join

Please join us to take a moment for rest and renewal in the presence of God and other spiritual companions gathering by Zoom. All are welcome to share this quiet space and lift up our concerns, our losses, our hurts, and our celebrations in the Healing Presence of God and one another. 

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Click on the video to watch Rachel Barton, Assistant Minister and Nancy S. Taylor Fellow, preach a sermon titled Tradition.

OTHER INFORMATION

COVID PRECAUTIONS 

• Masking is optional.
• Masks are available at the front desk for those who choose to wear one.
• We strongly encourage everyone to be fully vaxxed and boosted, to attend to handwashing, and to refrain from entering the building if you have so much as a sniffle.

MASKED SECTIONS OF THE SANCTUARY AND CHAPEL

Did you know that we have masked sections in the Sanctuary and Chapel?

We do! It's in the left transept (under the balcony) of the Sanctuary. In the Gordon Chapel, the Columbarium is the designated section. In both sections, masks are required. If you still aren't sure how to get to either section, ask an usher!

SANCTUARY IN THE CITY

Our Sanctuary in this City is open to visitors for prayer and reflection.

Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Fridays 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.;

and Weekends, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.