INTO THE LIGHT: A JOURNEY WITH JESUS OF NAZARETH

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1 June 8, 2014 Pentecost Sunday 11:00 am INTO THE LIGHT: A JOURNEY WITH JESUS OF NAZARETH *PROCESSIONAL The Books of the Bible Duke Ellington * * The Old Testament Savior God Above

2 * * The New Testament Savior God Above WELCOME Anthony T. Livolsi THE WORLD IN DARKNESS The Prophet Malachi and Paul s Letter to the Romans Sarabande by J.S. Bach ANTHEM Keep Your Lamps Georgia Sea Islands Spiritual arr. André Thomas Keep your lamps trimmed and burning, the time is drawing nigh. Children, don t get weary, the time is drawing nigh. Christian journey soon be over, the time is drawing nigh. Keep your lamps trimmed and burning, the time is drawing nigh. Traditional THE PROMISE OF LIGHT The Gospels of Matthew and Luke Plainsong Divinum Mysterium * Indicates all who are able may stand 2

3 ANTHEM Glory Hallelujah to the New-Born King Harry L. Huff Matthew Wight, soloist Mary had a baby! Glory Hallelujah! Glory Hallelujah to the new-born King! The Virgin Mary had a pretty little baby. Mary, whatcha gonna name your pretty little baby? Well, some call Him one thing, I know His name is Jesus. Some call Him one thing, I m gonna call Him Savior. Glory Hallelujah to the new-born King! Traditional THE LIGHT AMONG US The Prophets Hosea and Isaiah MEDITATION A Child Is Born Thad Jones The Gospels of Matthew and Luke Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield The Gospel of Mark MEDITATION See Me, Feel Me from Tommy Pete Townshend Daniel Makholm, soloist See me, feel me, touch me, heal me. Listening to You I get the music; gazing at You I get the heat; Following You I climb the mountain; I get excitement at Your feet! Right behind You I see the millions; on You I see the glory; From You I get opinions; from You I get the story. See me, feel me, touch me, heal me. Pete Townshend ANTHEM He Is the Way Calvin Hampton Noah Van Niel, soloist He is the Way. Follow Him through the Land of Unlikeness: You will see rare beasts and have unique adventures. He is the Way. Follow Him. continued 3

4 He is the Truth. Seek Him in the Kingdom of Anxiety: You will come to a great city that has expected your return for years. He is the Truth. Seek Him. He is the Life. Love Him in the World of the Flesh: And at your marriage all its occasions shall dance for joy. He is the Life. Love Him. W.H. Auden JESUS CONFRONTS DARKNESS The Gospel of Mark When Jesus Wept by William Billings ANTHEM On the Willows from Godspell Stephen Schwartz On the willows there we hung up our lyres For our captors there required of us songs And our tormenters mirth, saying: Sing us one of the songs of Zion. But how can we sing the Lord s song in a foreign land? On the willows there we hung up our lyres. Psalm 137:1-4 The Gospel of Luke MEDITATION Forty Days Dave Brubeck *SILENCE * The Gospel of Mark THE RETURN OF LIGHT The Gospel of Mark Song by Meredith Monk Adriana Repetto, Alecia Batson and Amy Beckhusen, soloists The Gospel of John Plainsong Haec Dies 4

5 ANTHEM This Is the Day Calvin Hampton This is the day which the Lord hath made. Let us rejoice, let us be glad! Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, come, renew this house; Fill it with laughter, fill it with joy, fill it with love! Alleluia. Amen. Psalm 118:24 CALL TO THE OFFERING In thanksgiving to God and giving witness to generous hearts, our financial gifts support ministries of mercy, justice, and beauty. Kate R. Rogers Alleluia: A Response Erik K. Gustafson 5

6 THE LIGHT SPREADS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD The Acts of the Apostles *ANTHEM Walk with Me Leon C. Roberts *BENEDICTION Refrain I want Jesus to walk with me, walk with me, Lord; All along my pilgrim journey, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. Refrain Walk with me, Lord; All around my pilgrim journey, walk with me, Lord, walk with me. Refrain POSTLUDE Voluntary on Engelberg Calvin Hampton Following worship, those interested in a tour of the Sanctuary are invited to meet docent Allison Moreland at the front of the Sanctuary. 6

7 TODAY S PERFORMANCE The Old South Choir and soloists; Harry Huff, conductor Rev. John Edgerton and Zoe Krohne, readers The Willie Sordillo Quartet Willie Sordillo, alto sax; Mina Cho, piano; Doug Rich, bass; Alvin Terry, drums George Sargeant, organ; Erik Gustafson, piano Ainsley Land, flute; Sam Ou, cello Amy Budka, Katie Gerrish, and Daniel Makholm, percussion Service conceived by John Edgerton and Harry Huff WELCOME TO OLD SOUTH CHURCH Welcome to Old South Church in Boston. We are a progressive Christian church first gathered in The Church played a significant role in early American history. Today, Old South Church continues to outfit itself for mission and ministry in the 21st century as a thriving urban church in the heart of Boston. Join us immediately following worship for fellowship and refreshments in the Gordon Chapel. Today s flowers are given by Nancy Taylor in loving memory of her husband, Peter. Name tags facilitate community and help newcomers feel welcomed. If you don t see a tag with your name on it, let us know. Audio of the service is available across the Narthex in the Gordon Chapel for those who would like a place to take restless children. For LARGE print bulletins or hearing assistance devices ask an Usher. GARAGE PARKING VALIDATIONS We have arrangements for discounted parking with two nearby garages for Old South Church worship or church business (excluding weddings and concerts): 1. Park at the Garage@100 Clarendon (behind Back Bay Station), have your ticket validated at our Front Desk, and you pay the discounted rate of $7 for up to 3 hours. Old South bears no cost. 2. Park at the Prudential Garage for up to 5 hours on Saturday or Sunday, have your ticket validated at our Front Desk, and the Prudential Garage will bill Old South (costing us $15k - $20k per year). 7

8 NOTES ON TODAY S MUSIC Today is the Day of Pentecost, a feast commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus, as described in the Acts of the Apostles 2:1-13. For this reason, Pentecost is considered by many Christians to be the Birthday of the Church. In honor of this very special day, myself and Rev. John Edgerton have created a theatrical presentation that traces the entire Christian liturgical year from Advent through Pentecost, as seen through the lens of light and darkness. Conceived in the format of lessons and carols, this worship experience is an interdisciplinary excursion through the life of Jesus Christ, from the world in darkness to the spread of light into the world on the Day of Pentecost. It is a sampler of musical styles representing our four weekly services at Old South Church, with genres including Gregorian chant, jazz, spirituals, gospel, Broadway, rock, and new classical, with compositions by William Billings, Dave Brubeck, Duke Ellington, Calvin Hampton, Thad Jones, Leon Roberts, Pete Townshend, Stephen Schwartz, and Old South Church s resident composer Erik K. Gustafson. Entitled Into the Light: A Journey with Jesus of Nazareth, this service of scripture and music was commissioned by the 2014 National Convention of the American Guild of Organists, which will be held in Boston during the last week of June. Today s presentation will provide our congregation the first viewing of the piece, which will be presented two more times during the Convention on Tuesday, June 25th and Wednesday, June 26th, each at 7:30 pm in our Sanctuary. Harry L. Huff, Minister of Music 8

9 CALENDAR Pentecost Sunday Sunday, June 8 9:00 am FIRST Worship, Kate R. Rogers preaching 9:45 am Old South Café in the Gordon Chapel 10:00 am HEALING Worship 10:00 am Sunday Morning Bible Study 11:00 am FESTIVAL Worship Into the Light: A Journey with Jesus of Nazareth 12:15 pm Fellowship Hour in the Gordon Chapel 12:30 pm Connections Class 6:00 pm EVENING Worship, reflection by Mike Hand Monday, June 9 11:00 am Retired and Ready 5:45 pm Operations Committee 6:00 pm Theological Book Group 7:00 pm Music Committee Tuesday, June 10 5:30 pm Old South Ringers Rehearsal 7:00 pm Church Council Thursday, June 12 6:00 pm JAZZ Worship, Kate R. Rogers preaching Saturday, June 14 9:30 am Pride Morning Worship 11:00 am Boston Pride Parade Sunday, June 15 9:00 am FIRST Worship, John M. Edgerton preaching 9:45 am Old South Café in the Gordon Chapel 10:00 am Summer Choir Rehearsal 10:00 am Sunday Morning Bible Study 11:00 am FESTIVAL Worship, James W. Crawford preaching Long-term members honored 12:15 pm Fellowship Hour in the Gordon Chapel 12:30 pm Q&A with Rev. Jim Crawford 6:00 pm EVENING Worship, reflection by Larry Mynatt Monday, June 16 5:30 pm Trustees 6:00 pm Theological Book Group 9

10 OLD SOUTH CHURCH IN BOSTON MINISTERS, OFFICERS AND STAFF Nancy S. Taylor, Senior Minister Harry L. Huff, Minister of Music John M. Edgerton, Associate Minister Anthony T. Livolsi, Associate Minister James W. Crawford, Senior Minister Emeritus Donald A. Wells, Theologian in Residence June Cooper, Theologian in the City Calvin Genzel, Wedding Outreach Minister Ken Orth, Healing Worship Minister Kate R. Rogers, Field Education Intern Adrienne Kisner, Youth Leader Carolyn Davis, Director, Old South Preschool George Sargeant, Associate Organist & Choirmaster Laurel Leslie, Choir Director, First Worship Willie Sordillo, Music Coordinator, Jazz Worship Peter Coulombe, Director, Old South Ringers Amy Budka, Children s Music Director Linda O Donnell, Director, Children s Choir Katie Gerrish, Director, Chime Choir Mark Schueppert, Moderator Lisa Mahnke, Clerk David Vogan, Treasurer Phil Stern, Chair, Board of Trustees Emily Click, Historian Debbie Leonard, Senior Deacon Vicki A. Newman, Pledge Secretary Helen McCrady, Senior Church Administrator Amy Perry, Administrator & Webmaster Rosemary Clarke, Accountant Janet Butler, Wedding Coordinator Elias Perez, Senior Sexton Ozo Nwodo, Robert Blenman & Jahadul Islam, Sextons Corey Spence & Rubia Reyes, Receptionists CCLI License # A NOTE ON THE INCLUSIVE DIMENSIONS OF GOD S GRACE Old South Church in Boston, in the name of its host, Jesus Christ, and in the spirit of Christ s invitation carved into the stone of this church s portico, Behold I Set Before You an Open Door, welcomes all who seek to know God. Following the One who we believe is Sovereign and Savior, we affirm that each individual is a child of God, and recognize that we are called to be like one body with many members, seeking with others of every race, ethnicity, creed, class, age, gender, marital status, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression to journey together toward the promised realm of God. We invite everyone to join in the common life and mission of our reconciling community through participation and leadership in this congregation, and by fully sharing in the worship, rites and sacraments of this church. As we all move forward with the work of this church, we commit ourselves to making justice and inclusivity a reality in this congregation and in the world. On the threshold of Christ s open door, we rely upon the healing, unconditional nature of God s love and grace to be our help and guide. 10

11 Boylston & Dartmouth Streets at the Copley T Sunday Announcements June 8, Facebook.com/OldSouthChurch Worship services and events at Old South Church are sometimes photographed and videotaped to document the vibrant life of our church. If you do not wish to be included in these recordings, please notify an usher. Notice: Please do not leave bags unattended in the building, including in the Sanctuary, for any length of time. TODAY SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY: 10 am, fourth floor Sam Johnson Room. Study and reflect on the day s preaching text. Led by BU M.Div. candidate and Field Education Intern Kate Rogers. HEALING WORSHIP: 10 am, Children s Chapel. Tap into God s healing love with a gentle service of prayers and reflection led by Rev. Ken Orth, a pastoral counselor and spiritual director. CONNECTIONS CLASS: 12:30 pm, fourth floor Sam Johnson Room. Interested in becoming a member? This class invites you to explore Christianity, the United Church of Christ (our denomination), our rich history, and offerings, and to consider your own place at Old South Church. WORSHIP FIRST WORSHIP: Sundays, 9 am. In the intimacy of the Gordon Chapel we turn our attention to God in an informal service of word and sacrament. Led by Rev. John Edgerton and Field Education Intern Kate Rogers. FESTIVAL WORSHIP: Sundays, 11 am. Our worship is enhanced by the Old South Choir. Led by Revs. Nancy Taylor, John Edgerton, and Anthony Livolsi, and Minister of Music Harry Huff. EVENING WORSHIP: Sundays, 6 pm. Our worship is a blend of ancient and new, contemplative yet bold, song and story. Reflections offered by members of Old South Church. JAZZ WORSHIP: Thursdays, 6 pm. The Willie Sordillo Ensemble, Rev. Anthony Livolsi, and the Holy Spirit are our guides as we move through rhythms of music, silence, and spoken word. PRIDE MORNING WORSHIP: Saturday, June 14, 9:30 am. On the morning of the Boston Pride Parade, Old South Church will host Pride Morning Worship a joyous time for remembrance, thanksgiving, and recommitment. We will honor two heroes of equal marriage: Episcopal Bishop M. Thomas Shaw and Rev. Frank Schaefer. State Representative Byron Rushing will offer remarks. Hillary Goodridge, plaintiff in the equal marriage lawsuit Goodridge v. Department of Public Health, will read from Massachusetts landmark decision. Before you set your feet to marching, come let your spirit soar! Q&A WITH REV. JAMES CRAWFORD: Sunday, June 15, 12:30 pm. Next Sunday we will welcome Senior Minister Emeritus James Crawford to the pulpit, who served Old South Church from and helped lead the effort to compile the New Century Hymnal. Join Rev. Crawford for a Q&A following worship. SUNDAY FLOWERS: The 2014 Sunday Flower Calendar is posted in the Elevator Lobby. August 3rd is still available. The cost is $50. Write your name beside the date you want. Send the message you wish to appear in the bulletin to helen@oldsouth.org. Please note that multiple people can sign up for any one Sunday. LEARN THEOLOGICAL BOOK GROUP: Mondays, 6 pm. We have begun a new book, Margaret Bendroth s The Spiritual Practice of Remembering. Books are available at the Front Desk for $15. Led by Theologian in Residence Don Wells. To sign up, granwell@comcast.net. CHILDREN AND YOUTH: Due to building-wide renovation projects underway, the Church School is taking a summer break. Childcare for all ages is still provided; please see an usher for room locations. Formal Christian formation offerings and classes for children will resume September 7th, as we kick off exciting new family ministries. Thank you for your flexibility in this time of transition.

12 Diana Strange, Stewardship Committee Saints in the Church On this day of Pentecost, I celebrate American poet Dr. Maya Angelou, a saint and prophet among us, who died May 28th. Angelou participated for more than 25 years in the freshman convocations at my alma mater. This week Duke invited reflections about her from alumni and students. One person wrote, She was full of grace, warmth, and welcome. Responding to Angelou s encouragement to carry around lines of poetry, one person reporting having selected this: I am a human being. [No one who] is human can be alien to me. Still another said, She opened our hearts and eyes to imagine a world richer and better than the one we are living in. I hear in these reflections echoes of the spirit of Old South Church. It is in affirmation of this spirit that I make my stewardship gift today. SUMMER CHOIR: Sundays beginning June 15, 10 am. Through the summer, the Old South Choir rehearses on Sunday mornings to prepare to sing for Festival Worship that morning. Robes are not worn, however, please wear black pants or skirt and a white or solid color shirt or blouse. All are welcome. Harry@oldsouth.org FIRST WORSHIP CHOIR: Each Sunday at 8:30 am, our pick-up choir rehearses one song to sing during First Worship. No experience is necessary. You are invited to sing as often as you like. FAMILY ORGAN ENCOUNTER DAY: Saturday, June 21, 10 am - 2 pm. Presented in joyous anticipation of the National Convention of the American Guild of Organists, the public is invited to take part in a festive day of performances, interactive activities, fun sing-alongs, silent film presentations, hands on discovery and more, all focusing on the King of Instruments: the Pipe Organ! Agoboston2014.org INTO THE LIGHT: A JOURNEY WITH JESUS OF NAZARETH: June 25 and 26, 7:30 pm. This worship experience is an interdisciplinary excursion through the life of Jesus Christ, from the world in darkness to the Day of Pentecost. Today s service was created by Harry Huff and Rev. John Edgerton for the National Convention of the American Guild of Organists. It will repeat for AGO at the end of the month. All are invited. OLD SOUTH CHURCH, LET S TALK! The Christian Service and Outreach Committee is organizing one-onone conversations between members of the church to talk about faith, our lives, and the direction of the church s ministry. From these conversations we will identify the work that we ought to be doing in the world, and focus on that for the coming year. Interested in shaping the ministry of Old South? john@oldsouth.org. ROLLING FOOD DRIVE: We are collecting oatmeal to benefit the Allston-Brighton Food Pantry. Donation baskets in the church entryway. PRISON MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES: Sunday, June 15, 12:15 pm. The Restored Vision Project invites you to an informational meeting to learn about Partakers, which supports the mentoring of inmates enrolled in college courses. We will be joined by Partakers Executive Director Arthur Bembury. All are welcome. SUMMER HOSPITALITY: Sign up now for hospitality opportunities in July, August, and September. Visit OldSouth.org/get-involved. Please sign up by June 15. CONVENTION VOLUNTEERS: To volunteer for the American Guild of Organists National Convention, in Boston June 23-27, visit agoboston2014.org. Many events are happening at Old South Church. RETIRED AND READY: Monday, June 9, 11 am. Join us for a conversation with artist Cathryn Griffith on her project entitled Weaving Hopes and Prayers, the story of five generations of women in her family. Lunch to follow at noon. RSVP for lunch to maryghunter11@gmail.com. BOSTON PRIDE PARADE: Saturday, June 14, 11 am. Following Pride Morning Worship, join Old South Church to march in the annual Boston Pride Parade, which departs from Boylston and Clarendon Streets and ends at City Hall Plaza. We will gather at 10:30 am in the Gordon Chapel.