ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH. Unitarian Universalist. Prelude. Joe Della Penna, Piano. Welcome and Greetings. Disclaimer

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1 ARLINGTON STREET CHURCH Unitarian Universalist S u n day, J u n e 2 4 t h, Prelude Joe Della Penna, Piano Welcome and Greetings Disclaimer Chalice Lighting Faith and Toasted Marshmallows The flaming chalice, symbol of Unitarian Universalism, burns in celebration of the principles and purposes of our liberal faith. Dialogue Religious as Baseball George Whitehouse and *Hymn Surprise #1

2 Responsive Dialogue *Hymn Surprise #2 Dialogue Noah s Ark George Whitehouse and Meditation Offertory Joe Della Penna Laughter Yoga Postlude * You are invited to stand as you are willing and able

3 Welcome! TO A RLINGTON STREET CH U RCH, UNITAR IAN UNIVE R S ALIST Whether a long-time member, a regular worshipper or a first-time visitor, we warmly welcome you to this morning s service. The experience of worship in this congregation strives to create a community of seekers, celebrating and nurturing a broad diversity of personal spiritual journeys. Unitarian Universalism is rooted in a rich, historic tradition that embraces the ancient foundations of Jewish and Christian teaching and the flowering of liberal religious thought in early New England. It also affirms the truths of all of humanity s sacred paths as inspirations for our spiritual growth. Through quiet prayer and meditation, beautiful music, the sharing of our joys and concerns, and the message of the pulpit, we try to create a variety of textures and perspectives to speak to many different minds and hearts. Most significantly, since its founding in 1729, Arlington Street Church has been gathered in love and service for justice and peace. The ultimate meaning we can give to our experience together here is the challenge we take into our hearts to go forth from this place, working to transform and heal our lives and relationships, our community, and the world! Please take a moment to complete this card so that we may welcome you more fully to our congregation. Please drop it into the offering plate or hand it to an usher after the service. 6/2 4 / Name Address City, State, Zip Phone numbers Spouse/Partner Children s Name(s) & Age(s) q I/we are visiting for the first time. q I/we have been attending ASC for q I/we would like a permanent nametag(s) for Sunday worship. (Nametags are placed on a rack in the vestibule.) q Check here if you do not want to receive Snapshot, the e-newsletter of ASC with bi-weekly highlights of our community. I prefer to be contacted by: q Mail q Phone q q No preference I would like to know more about: q Membership Classes/Joining ASC q Choir/Music q Children s Religious Education q Social Action q Adult Religious Education and Connections (ASC s small group ministry) q Other

4 All Are Welcome We are glad you have joined us this morning for worship! The first principle of our Unitarian Universalist faith affirms the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We celebrate unity in diversity. This morning, we invite you to: 1. Fill in the Welcome Card found on the inside flap of this order of service and place it in the collection plate; 2. Join us for coffee hour in the Parish Hall; 3. Take a moment to read through Inside ASC for upcoming events here at the church; 4. Introduce yourself to the service leaders, and; 5. Please come back again soon! Summer Worship Highlights Anjuli Dhindhwal Sunday, July 1 st, 11:00 AM Anjuli Dhindhwal is a second generation Indian American Vaisnava Hindu. She is currently a Master of Divinity Student at Harvard Divinity School and considering becoming a UU minister. Wednesday Gathering: First Wednesday Wednesday, July 4 th, 6:30 PM Fireworks with Arlington Street Intern Minister Mr. Barb Greve. He ll offer wisdom about patriotism in these times. Dave Ebert: The Life of a Tourist Sunday, July 8 th, 11:00 AM Dave Ebert had been a member of Arlington Street for over 12 years and was the co-chair of the Prudential Committee for two years. He has been an unofficial Affiliate Minister of the church, conducting weddings and other special services for persons wanting to utilize the sanctuary. He is an ordained minister of the United Church of Christ. Most of his professional career, however, has been spent as an international management consultant.

5 Worship Committee Sunday, July 15 th, 11:00 AM Megan Lynes: Waiting at the Garden Gate Sunday, July 22 nd, 11:00 AM Megan Lynes is a member of the Arlington Street Church and a lifelong Unitarian Universalist. This fall she is entering her fourth and final year of seminary at Andover Newton Theological School. Megan served as the ministerial intern in Canton, Mass., and has just completed a one year chaplaincy residency at Brigham and Women s Hospital in Boston. She is working towards certification as an Interfaith Chaplain as well as ordination in the Unitarian Universalist ministry. In her free time Megan loves to be with young people, spend time in the woods, and making art. Kate Wilkinson Sunday, July 29 th, 11:00 AM Wednesday Gathering: First Wednesday Wednesday, August 1 st, 11:00 AM The theme is Slow. Arlington Street member Ginny Merritt will perform Tai Chi forms and discuss Tai Chi s spiritual aspects. Summer Notes ASC s Summer Calendar During summer, life at ASC slows down and Inside ASC is published in this leaner format. Until Homecoming Sunday (Sunday, September 9 th ), the best way to stay up to date on Arlington Street Church s calendar is to visit our website. At the site, there is an always-up-to-date calendar maintained by our facilities manager that lists all activities in the building. Homecoming Sunday: September 9 th Our Senior Minister, Reverend Kim K. Crawford Harvie, and our choir are on vacation and will return for Homecoming Sunday, September 9 th. Please bring a little water from your summer travels for our water communion celebration!

6 Alleluia! At ASC, we raise a hand and circle two fingers above our heads to signal joyous affirmation. Congregational Leadership The Prudential Committee is the elected governing board of Arlington Street Church. The members are: Sherene Aram (co-chair), Emily Dunn, Wendy Ellertson, Charlene Galarneau, David McClain, Steven Procopio, Liz Regan, Jenn Shaw, and Mark Watanabe (cochair). Officers of the Church are Herbert Gleason (moderator), Sarah Richards (vice-moderator), D. Richard Pooler (treasurer), and Carol Smith (clerk). Special Considerations for Special Needs FM amplification headsets are available from the ushers. Please do not remove them from the sanctuary. Accessible entry is via the ramp on the Arlington Street alley at the right-hand side of the front doors to the Church. Braille hymnals are available! Please ask an usher for assistance. Parking at Arlington Street Church Parking on Sundays is available at the Back Bay Garage for a discount. Discount coupons are available from Alison Green Will, or at the Welcome Table after worship. Additional parking may be available on Arlington Street past The Castle. U N I TA R I A N U N I V E R S A L I S T A S S O C I AT I O N O F C O N G R E G AT I O N S Ministry Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie, Sr. Minister office@ascboston.org, ext. 10 Staff Directory Music Miguel Felipe, Director of Music MFelipe@ASCBoston.org, ext. 10 Rev. George G. Whitehouse, Minister at Large GWhitehouse@ASCBoston.org, ext. 10 Program Alison Green Will, Membership and Leadership Coordinator AWill@ASCBoston.org, ext. 19 Rev. Vera OBrien, Lifespan Religious Educator VOBrien@ASCBoston.org, ext. 12 Alyson Dame, Lifespan Education Assistant ADame@ASCBoston.org, ext. 12 NB: To reach any staff member by phone, dial When prompted, enter their extension. Branden Grimmett, Organist BGrimmett@ASCBoston.org, ext. 10 Administrative Ed Thomas, Business Administrator IBaker@ASCBoston.org, ext. 16 Corey Spence, Administrative Assistant office@ascboston.org, ext. 10 Jeffrey Bouchard, Facilities Manager JBouchard@ASCBoston.org, ext. 14 Brad Nobles, Sexton Arlington Street Church, Unitarian Universalist 351 Boylston Street Boston, Massachusetts Office Hours: Monday Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Phone: Fax: office@ascboston.org Web: