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Join us as we kick off the program year and welcome back both familiar faces and those new to church. Both worship services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. will feature the Blessing of the Backpacks, a touching tradition that encompasses the hopes and aspirations of students and all who carry life's journey with them. If you are or have a student in your life, be sure to bring a backpack.

At 10:00 a.m. plan on brunching with us on the 2nd floor as we enjoy a Potluck Welcome Back Brunch. Bring something to share, and enjoy the bounty of community and cuisine. 

Following Festival Worship - we will enjoy some cool ice cream treats under the portico outside.

Embrace a year of connection, growth, and shared experiences with us. Welcome back! Welcome home.

THIS SUNDAY, September 8, 2024

For links to bulletins and the worship livestream click here.

INSTALLATION OF REVERENDS EDGERTON AND POPPERSON

Join us at Festival Worship on Sep 22nd for the installation service for Rev's John Edgerton and Ashley Popperson.  What is an installation? An installation is the formal recognition by the denomination of the relationship between pastors and a congregation.  How does this differ from the congregational vote to call a pastor?  In an installation, representatives from our denomination--the United Church of Christ--lead us in making promises to one another. As Old South embarks on a program year, this is an occasion to celebrate together the good work that God is calling us to do all together as a church.

MEET GRACIE PATERSON, NANCY S. TAYLOR FELLOW

Gracie is a third-year Seminarian at Boston University School of Theology and a Candidate for Ordination in the Presbyterian Church (USA). Gracie has worked with interfaith coalitions across three states and is passionate about the Church's role in strengthening multicultural communities. Originally from Virginia, she now lives in Jamaica Plain with her partner, Mamie, and cat, Omen. 

GROWING AND LIVING IN COMMUNITY

CONNECTIONS CLASS

Sunday, September 15, Noon

To be a member of Old South Church is to enter the company of Revolutionary Era heroes, abolitionists, suffragettes, anti-poverty crusaders, and poets. Our saints include Benjamin Franklin, Samuel Adams, Phillis Wheatley... and maybe you! Want to learn more about the life of this community of faith and break bread with other newcomers and church members? Join our Connections Info Session! Contact Ashley Popperson at for more info.

VOLUNTEER WITH THE

NEW NEIGHBORS TASK FORCE

Massachusetts is facing an acute crisis as shelters are overwhelmed, leaving migrant families and young children without a place to sleep. The Old South New Neighbors Task Force is responding by partnering with the Brazilian Workers Center and BIJAN to offer support, but we need your help. If you feel called to assist, please fill out this form to get involved in hosting, donating, providing compassionate support to our new neighbors in need, or other ways of helping.

2024 SNEUCC JUSTICE SUMMIT

The Southern New England Conference's Center for Transformational Leadership presents the 3rd Annual Justice Summit: Politics as an Act of Faith. This day-long program will equip local church leaders, both lay and clergy, to engage with politics as people of faith. This Summit has something for everyone: a workshop for preachers; sessions on the challenges of engaging political conversations in such a polarized time; and connection with faith-based justice leaders for practical opportunities to take your faith beyond the pews. Register for in-person participation here, or register for online participation here.

REGISTER FOR THE OLD SOUTH RETREAT

CRAIGVILLE RETREAT CENTER September 27-29

Click here for more information and to RSVP 

"... and you shall find rest for your souls." 

Feeling a little fried? Join Old South for our annual intergenerational fall retreat. Grow in community with us as we find rest for our souls through practicing different kinds of prayer, playing games, and crafting our most creative skits in scenic and stunning Craigville, MA on Cape Cod. Childcare provided. Children’s programming will include a nature walk with Captain Awesome! Bring a yoga mat, a snack to share, and your favorite game to a weekend of joy and relaxation! 

FESTIVAL CHOIR

Rehearsals on Thursdays, 7-9pm

Singers, get ready to lift your voices in harmony as Festival Choir resumes in Mary Norton Hall. Our rehearsals are a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow choir members, fine-tune skills, and prepare an inspiring season of music ministry. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or new to choir, this is the perfect time to come together in song and fellowship. We hope you’ll join us! For more information, contact Mitchell Crawford.

VOLUNTEER TO READ SCRIPTURE

Click here to sign up

Reading the Bible in community is an essential Christian spiritual practice. Each week at Festival Worship a volunteer reads scripture before the sermon. People of all ages are encouraged to volunteer! Questions? Email ashley@oldsouth.org. 

JOIN OUR USHER TEAM

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Whether you're looking to meet more people at Old South or wondering how you can contribute to our wide open door, this may be just the thing! Serving as an usher, welcomer, or coffee hour host is an easy way to get more involved at Old South. Everyone is welcome, training is provided, and you only need to be friendly and willing to help. Email hospitality@oldsouth.org for info.

GREEN TIP: Join the Keep America Beautiful #152 Pick Up Challenge

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Make sure to take pictures of your cleanup

and tag KAB on social @KeepAmericaBeautiful

and use the #152PickUpChallenge

According to the Keep America Beautiful 2020 National Litter Study, there are 50 billion pieces of litter across the country. If every American picked up 152 pieces, we would clean it all up! Do your part by joining the #152PickUpChallenge. Don’t forget to share your progress and let us know how you did. Together, we can clean up 50 billion pieces of litter.

OTHER WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

THURSDAY NIGHT CHURCH

Thursdays, 6pm

Thursday Night Church starts September 5th. Our first sermon series will be on finding and making home in the church. Please join us as this reimagined service begins!

THURSDAY NIGHT SUPPER CLUB

Thursdays, 7pm

After worship, join us for Thursday Night Supper Club. Each week, folks can gather after worship for dinner and an informal small group hosted by some of our friendly and hospitable lay leaders.

VESPERS HEALING WORSHIP

Next Service Sunday, September 8, 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 Rev. Ashley Popperson preach a sermon titled THe Arithmatic of Grace.

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.