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Welcome to Trinity Church Whether you have worshiped here for years or are visiting our Episcopal Church for the first time, we are glad you are with us. We invite all to enter fully into worship and to explore the variety of learning, small group, and service opportunities that are part of our life together. To learn more, visit trinitychurchboston.org and click on New to Trinity, or contact Mark Kharas, at [email protected], 617-536-0944 x360.

Sun., Sept. 24, 2017 Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Exodus 16:2-15 Philippians 1:21-30 Matthew 20:1-16

Sun., Oct. 1, 2017 Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Exodus 17:1-7 Philippians 2:1-13 Matthew 21:23-32

Sunday Liturgy Holy Eucharist pages 1 & 2 Morning Prayer & Sermon pages 3 & 4 Music in the Liturgy pages 5 & 6

T r i n i t y C h u r c h in the City of Boston 206 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116 617-536-0944 o trinitychurchboston.org Holy 7:45 am, 9 am & 6 pm (+11:15 am, Oct. 1) Eucharist Found on p. 355 of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Prelude Hymn in Procession Stand and sing for all hymns. Sept. 24 Hymn 523 Glorious things of thee are spoken (Abbot's Leigh) Oct. 1 Hymn 450 All hail the power of Jesus’ Name! (Coronation) Opening Acclamation & Collect for Purity Remain standing. Gloria in excelsis Deo See Pew Card for music. Collect of the Day Reading Please be seated. Psalm Sung by the choir to an Anglican chant. BCP p. 801 & 694 for text. Sept. 24 Psalm 145:1-8 William Marsh (1757-1818). Oct. 1 Psalm 78:1-4, 12-16 John Goss (1800-1880). Gradual Hymn At 9 am, children gather beneath the pulpit to leave for the Children’s Homily. Sept. 24 Hymn 551 Rise up, ye saints of God (Festal Song) Oct. 1 Hymn 601 O day of God, draw nigh (St. Michael) Gospel of Christ Remain standing. Sermon The Nicene Creed BCP p. 358. Please stand. Prayers of the People Form IV, BCP p. 388. The call and response are Lord in your mercy Hear our prayer. Confession & Absolution BCP p. 360. The Peace Children return to the service. Announcements Offertory The offering received during the anthem is our opportunity to give of ourselves to the glory of God. It supports our parish ministries and service to the community. See pages 5& 6 for anthem text. Sept. 24 9 am I will extol thee Richard Webster 6 pm Hymn 697 My God, accept my heart this day (Song 67) Oct. 1 9 am Bring us, O Lord God Paul Halley 11:15 am Let this mind be in you Lee Hoiby 6 pm Hymn 585 Morning glory, starlit sky (Bingham)

On October 1, the altar flowers are given to glory of God and in thanksgiving for the wedding of Sadie Wieschhoff and Win Bear. The preacher may be greeted at the Clarendon Street door after the servcice. + A free tour meets in front of the Eagle Lectern immediately following the 11:15 am service. 1 • Holy Eucharist • 7:45 am, 9 am & 6 pm Preaching Sept. 24: The Rev. Rita T. Powell, 9 am & 6 pm 7:45 am, 9 am & 6 pm (+11:15 am, Oct. 1) Oct. 1: The Rev. William W. Rich, 9 am, 11:15 am & 6 pm Found on p. 355 of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP).

Presentation Hymn at 9 am Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Text: Hymn 380, stanza 3, The Hymnal 1982 The Great Thanksgiving Prayer A, BCP p.361. Sanctus See Pew Card for music. The Lord’s Prayer See Pew Card for music. Agnus Dei Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, grant us peace. All people, regardless of faith, tradition, or age, are welcome to receive Communion at Trinity Church. If you wish to receive a blessing instead, please come to the altar rail and cross your arms over your chest. Gluten-free wafers are available; simply ask the priest at the altar rail. At 9 am, Communion is at the left of the pulpit for those with ambulatory difficulty—or we can come to you. Please make yourself known to an usher. Please take any valuables with you when you leave your seat. Music During Communion See pages 5 & 6 for anthem text. Sept. 24 9 am Be unto me a tower William Byrd 6 pm O God, my King John Amner 9 am & 6 pm Hymn 482 Lord of all hopefulness, Lord of all joy (Slane) Oct. 1 9 am Let justice and judgement G.F. Handel 11:15 am Bring us, O Lord God William H. Harris 6 pm Teach me, O Lord Thomas Attwood 9 am, 11:15 am & 6 pm Hymn 302 Father, we thank thee (Rendez à Dieu) Postcommunion Prayer BCP p. 366. Please stand. Blessing Remain standing. Hymn in Procession Sept. 24 Hymn 411 O bless the Lord, my soul (St. Thomas Williams) Oct. 1 Hymn 492 Sing, ye faithful, sing with gladness (Finnian) Dismissal Postlude On October 1, the altar flowers are given to glory of God and in thanksgiving for the wedding of Sadie Wieschhoff and Win Bear. The preacher may be greeted at the Clarendon Street door after the servcice. + A free tour meets in front of the Eagle Lectern immediately following the 11:15 am service. 7:45 am, 9 am & 6 pm • Holy Eucharist • 2 Morning Prayer 11:15 am, Sept. 24 & Sermon Found on p. 37 of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Prelude Hymn in Procession Stand and sing for all hymns. Sept. 24 Hymn 523 Glorious things of thee are spoken (Abbot's Leigh) Opening Sentences Confession & Absolution BCP p. 41. Preces Sung by the choir. Thomas Tomkins (1572-1656) Invitatory: Venite S-4 Front section of The Hymnal 1982 Psalm Sung by the choir to an Anglican chant. BCP p. 801 for text. Sept. 24 Psalm 145:1-8 William Marsh (1757-1818). Reading Canticle Sept. 24 Jubilate Deo Charles V. Stanford (1852-1924) O be joyful in the Lord, all ye lands: Serve the Lord with gladness and come before his presence with a song. Be ye sure that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; We are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. O go your way into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: Be thankful unto him and speak good of his name. For the Lord is gracious, his mercy is everlasting: and His truth endureth from generation to generation. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: world with out end. Amen. Reading Hymn Children gather beneath the pulpit to leave for the Children’s Homily. Sept. 24 Hymn 659 O Master, let me walk with thee (de Tar)

On October 1, the altar flowers are given to glory of God and in thanksgiving for the wedding of Sadie Wieschhoff and Win Bear. The preacher may be greeted at the Clarendon Street door after the servcice. + A free tour meets in front of the Eagle Lectern immediately following the 11:15 am service. 3 • Morning Prayer• 11:15 am Preaching 11:15 am, Sept. 24 Sept. 24: The Rev. Rita T. Powell Found on p. 37 of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP).

The Apostles’ Creed BCP p. 53 The Lord’s Prayer Suffrages Sung by the choir. Tomkins Collect and Intercessions The General Thanksgiving BCP p.58 The Peace Announcements Sermon Hymn Sept. 24 Hymn 551 Rise up, ye saints of God (Festal Song) Sermon Offertory Anthem Children return to the service. Sept. 24 Steal away Spiritual, arr. Martha Sullivan Steal away to my Lord Jesus. Steal away home. I ain’t got long to stay here. O, my Lord, he calls me by the thunder! The trumpet sounds with-in-a my heart! I ain’t got long to stay here. O, my Lord, he calls me by the lightning! The Trumpet sounds with-in-a my heart! I ain’t got long to stay here. Steal away home! Presentation Hymn Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Text: Hymn 380, stanza 3, The Hymnal 1982 Blessing Hymn in Procession Sept. 24 Hymn 411 O bless the Lord, my soul (St. Thomas Williams) Dismissal Postlude

On October 1, the altar flowers are given to glory of God and in thanksgiving for the wedding of Sadie Wieschhoff and Win Bear. The preacher may be greeted at the Clarendon Street door after the servcice. + A free tour meets in front of the Eagle Lectern immediately following the 11:15 am service. 11:15 am • Morning Prayer •4 Music in the Liturgy Prelude Sept. 24 Prelude in B Minor, BWV 544 Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Oct. 1 Canon in D Minor Louis Vierne (1870-1934)

Anthem I will extol thee Richard Webster (b. 1952) I will extol thee, my God and King; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever. Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever. Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; his greatness is unsearchable. One generation shall praise thy works to another and shall declare thy mighty acts. I will speak of the glorious honor of thy majesty and of thy wondrous works. The Lord is gracious and full of compassion; slow to anger and of great mercy. The Lord is good to all: his tender mercies are over all his works. The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon the Lord in truth. He will fulfill the desire of them that fear him; he also will hear their cry and will save them. The Lord preserveth all them that love him; but the wicked he will destroy. My mouth shall speak of the praise of the Lord; and let all flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever. Psalm 145

Anthem Bring us, O Lord God Paul Halley (b. 1952) William H. Harris (1883-1973) Bring us, O Lord God, at our last awakening into the house and gate of heav’n To enter into that gate and dwell in that house, where there shall be no darkness nor dazzling, but one equal light; No noise nor silence, but one equal music; No fears nor hopes, but one equal possession; No ends nor beginnings, but one equal eternity, in the habitation of thy glory and dominion, world without end. Amen. John Donne

Anthem Let this mind be in you Lee Hoiby (1926-2011) Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: and being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Phillipians 2:5

5 • Music in the Liturgy • 9 am, 11:15 am & 6 pm Trinity Choristers & Schola o The Trinity Choir Colin Lynch, Associate Director of Music o Richard Webster, Director of Music

Anthem Be unto me a tower William Byrd (1543-1623) Be unto me, O Lord, a tower of strength against my mortal foe. O guard and ward me with thy power, which way so ever I shall go. Then shall my heart and soul rejoice in God my Lord, with cheerful voice.

Anthem Teach me, O Lord Thomas Attwood (1765-1838) Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes, and I shall keep it unto the end. Psalm 119:33

Anthem O God, my King John Amner (1579-1641) O God, my King, I will magnify thee and praise thy Name for ever and ever. Great is the Lord, and marvellous worthy to be praised: there is no end of his greatness. The Lord is gracious and merciful: long-suffering and of great goodness. My mouth shall speak the praises of the Lord: and let all flesh give thanks unto his holy Name for ever and ever. Amen.

Anthem Let justice and judgement G.F. Handel (1685-1759) Let justice and judgment be the preparation of thy seat! Let mercy and truth go before thy face. Psalm 89:14; from Coronation Anthem No. 2 Postlude Sept. 24 Fugue in B Minor, BWV 544 J. S. Bach Oct. 1 Tromba Festivo Noel Rawsthorne (b. 1929)

9 am, 11:15 am & 6 pm • Music in the Liturgy • 6 HIGHLIGHTS LOOKING AHEAD OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE HOURS & INFORMATION P A New View: Trinity’s La Farge Murals Sun., 9/24, 10:15 am, Church Candlelight Carols Benefit Tickets Now Available Sat., 12/16, 4 pm & 7 We invite you to share your God-given gifts with the parish, the city, and beyond, by Sunday Services at Trinity pm (free-will offering); Sun., 12/17, 4 pm (ticketed benefit) participating in one of Trinity’s many ministries. You may find that lives—including 7:45 am Simple, quiet Holy Eucharist Join art conservator Corrine Long and the Rev. Patrick Ward for a new look at the your own—will be changed for the better. For a full list and calendar of opportunities, 9 am Community Holy Eucharist with youth Choristers & Choir twin John La Farge murals cleaned and restored this past summer. Freed from de- Tickets to the annual benefit concert are now available for purchase online. A be- please visit trinitychurchboston.org/serve 11:15 am Traditional Morning Prayer with Choir; Holy Eucharist first Sundays cades of accumulated grime, these works will be specially lit to show them in new and loved Boston tradition since 1909, Candlelight Carols celebrates the coming birth of 6 pm Come as you are Holy Eucharist; with Choir vivid detail. We’ll discuss La Farge’s technique as well as the scriptural scenes—Jesus Christ through carols and anthems, by candlelight, offered by the Choirs of Trinity Sew You Knit? We Need You! 7:15 pm Sacred Silence: Contemplative Prayer Church. As always, there will be two other chances to experience Candlelight Carols with Nicodemus and Jesus with the Woman of Samaria—that frame the beginning Do you like to knit? Knit hats and mittens for refugee children. This is a joint project 8 pm Compline: Choral music, candlelight, plainsong, silence, peace for free. Visit bit.ly/candlelightcarols to learn more. of our main aisle. Learn how these two images “work” in the wider decorative and of Stitching in the Spirit and the Trinity Refugee Ministry. Patterns and some mate- Weekday Services at Trinity worship context of our space! Compline Sundays through 11/26, 8 pm, Church rials available. For more info, contact Mary Sherman [email protected] 5:45 pm Weds. Choral Evensong with the Trinity Choristers

Nigerian Fellowship Sun., 9/24, 12:15 p.m., Forum From the ancient monastic tradition of Compline, this final prayer of the day offers Prepare & Serve Dinner at Rosie’s Place 12:10 pm Thurs. Midday Eucharist with Healing in the Chapel an opportunity for an intimate worship experience. This brief, peaceful liturgy is Trinity’s Nigerian Christian Fellowship consists of Nigerian Anglicans who attend Weds., 9/27, 4 pm, 889 Harrison Ave., Boston shaped by silence, candlelight, plainsong, and stunning choral music sung by the pro- Church (last admittance 15 minutes before closing) Trinity and other Episcopal churches in Boston. We meet the last Sunday of the fessional 8-voice Compline Choir. Lay-led Compline will continue for the Sundays Join our team on the 4th Wednesday and any 5th Tuesday of each month to prepare

is available for infants and pre-schoolers in the foris available infants and pre-schoolers in Advent (Dec. 3, 10, 17) in the chapel. Bible study. Contact Mr. Alex Njoku, [email protected], 339-364-0718 RSVP to Simone John, [email protected] Church Open for Touring Outreach Volunteer Orientation Sun. 12:15-4:30 pm • Tues. through Sat. 10 am-4:30 pm • Closed Mon. Parish Update Sun., 10/1, 10:15 am & 7:15 pm, Forum Thurs., 10/5, 6-8 pm, Ferris Library Fri., 9/29 or Sat., 11/18, 1 pm-4 pm (note time change), Forum GBIO Fall Launch Parish House Join the Rev. Bill Rich, Pete Lawrence, and other members of the Vestry and Par- TRINITYCHURCHBOSTON.ORG/CALENDAR Sun. 7:30 am-8 pm • Mon., Fri. & Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm • Tues., Weds. & Thurs. 8:30 am-9 pm in K–5th grades worship with their families; they Children worship in K–5th grades with their families; Are you a member of an outreach ministry? If so, save the date for Outreach Vol- Interested in putting your faith into action to bring about a more just society? Want ish Profile and Search Committees to hear about parish plans for the coming year, unteer Orientation, led by Rebecca Jackson, Simone John, and Adina Davidson of to work shoulder to shoulder with people of different faiths and backgrounds in and news of the transition. Hope to see you there! the Trinity Boston Foundation. The orientation will be a 3-hour introduction to the the Boston area? Passionate about affordable housing, or criminal justice reform, or Senior StaffThe Rev. William W. Rich, Interim Rector • The Rev. Rainey G. Dankel, concepts and values that underpin our outreach work, like building relationships healthcare access for all? Trinity is an active member of the Greater Boston Interfaith Associate Rector • The Rev. Patrick C. Ward, Associate Rector • The Rev. Rita T. Powell, Follow us on Instagram: us on Instagram: Follow Blessing of the Animals across differences, understanding restorative practices, and more. The same content Organization (GBIO), which harnesses people power to advocate for a better city, Associate Rector • Adam Dawkins, Director of Stewardship • Patricia Hurley, Director of Sun., 10/1, 9 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary; 4:30 pm, Copley Square will be offered on both days, so it is only necessary to attend one orientation. Contact state, and world. Our Trinity GBIO chapter launch meeting for the fall will be on Communications • Karen Jarret, Director of Facilities • Cathy Portlock Pacitto, Director of Simone John, [email protected]. Bring your stuffed animals to church for a special Children’s Homily. Then bring your Thursday, October 5, 6-8 pm. Whether you’ve come to one GBIO action, participat- Children’s Ministries • Richard Webster, Director of Music • Sarah Wilcox, Senior Parish Sun., 9/24, 12:15 p.m., Forum • Learn more on page 2 on page more • Learn 9/24, 12:15 p.m., Forum Sun., 2 on page more Learn SUNDAY HIGHLIGHTS SUNDAY Murals La Farge Trinity’s View: New A • 9/24, 10:15-11 am, Church Sun., Learn more on page 2 Fellowship Christian Nigerian Update Parish 2 on page more • Learn 10/1, 10:15 am & 7:15 pm, Forum Sun., Animals the of Blessing Square 4:30 pm, Copley 10/1, 9 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary; Sun., live animals to Copley Square at 4:30 pm for the Blessing of the Animals. All crea- Fall Inquirer’s Class ed in GBIO for years, or are just now feeling a call to GBIO’s work, please join us! Administrator • Louise Burnham Packard, Executive Director of the Trinity Boston Founda- tion • Each can be reached at bit.ly/TrinityStaff tures great and small are welcome! Donations (to St. Francis Garden and MSPCA) Tuesdays, 10/10-12/5 (no class 10/31 or 11/21), 6-8:45 pm, Parish House Contact: Julie, [email protected] and Christina, [email protected] and pets’ names to be recognized in the St. Francis bulletin are being accepted. Saturday Retreat: 10/28, Glastonbury Abbey, Hingham, MA 4th Annual Sole Train 5K Sat., 10/21, 7:30-10 am, Jamaica Pond, MA Vestry Peter Lawrence (‘19), Senior Warden • Mark Morrow (‘21), Junior Warden • Geof- Submit names by Mon., 9/25 to Derby Swanson, dswanson@trinitychurchboston. Are you new or returning to the Christian faith, and harboring some questions? Join frey Smith (‘20), Treasurer • Marva Nathan (‘18), Clerk • Thomas Claflin (‘19) • Ralph Cole org, 617-536-0944 x362 us for an extended introduction (or refresher) to the Christian faith and the specific Join hundreds of participants at this fall’s Sole Train 5K who will be running, jogging, (‘18) • Colin Diver (‘20) • Listo Fisher (‘19) • Pauline Haddad (‘20) • Mark A. King (‘20) • history and polity of the Episcopal Church. To register or find out more, contact and strolling around Jamaica Pond. Come join the fun and support year-round pro- Lonsdale Koester (‘19) • Grace Lyons (‘18) • Patricia Lassiter (‘21) • Keith Morgan (‘18) • SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 24 & OCTOBER 1, 2017 SEPTEMBER 24 & OCTOBER SUNDAYS, James Morgan (‘21) • Jill S. 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facebook.com/TrinityChurchBoston facebook.com/TrinityChurchBoston 1. Meet a clergyperson after the 9 & 11:15 am services Get Connected In October, the Middle School Youth (Grades 6-8) will be acting out Bible 617-536-0944 x308 most up-to-date information, sign up for Trinity Community Update, our weekly email in front of the Baptistry (front-right side of the church). stories. No acting experience required! On October 1, Kristen Cairns, drama newsletter, at bit.ly/trinityemails 2. Stop by the Welcome Desk in the Narthex (by the front4 doors) on Sunday mornings. coach, will start the process. High school student mentors will also be

3. Look for a Welcome Minister wearing a green button before or after any service. part of the action. Contact: Tom Pryor, [email protected] Statement of Affirmation Trinity Church in the City of Boston is a congregation of 4. Join us for Simple Supper in the Commons after the 6 pm service. Welcome Reception Thurs., 10/12, 6-7:30 pm, Old Rectory the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts and welcomes and honors everyone. In accor- dance with our baptismal covenant, we affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every -per Join members of the clergy, lay leaders, and members of the Community Life Com- Trinity Events We look forward to getting to know you! son. We strive to include all persons without regard to sexual orientation, race, nationality, Like us on Facebook: Like

Children’s Homily and Childcare offered Homily during 9 & 11:15 am services. Childcare Children’s TapestryHall. House in Parish ofNursery the on the second floor located and return Homily at the Peace. beforemay leave the sermon for the Children’s Do you have information for TrinityEvents, website, or other publications? Send your events, mittee for casual conversation over light snacks and beverages. Make new friends, gender, family configuration, ethnic background, economic circumstances, difference in Contact Mark Kharas, [email protected], 617-536-0944 x360 listings, and plans to [email protected]. Deadlines are available at ask questions, and find out how you can get involved in our diverse and energetic ability, culture, or age. Our love and acceptance of each other embody our commitment to trinitychurchboston.org/publications ministries, programs, and community life. Contact Mark Kharas, mkharas@trinity- unity with God and each other in Christ. churchboston.org TRINITYEVENTS • 9/10 + 9/17 • 2 TRINITYEVENTS • 9/10 + 9/17 • 3 TRINITYEVENTS • 9/10 + 9/17 • 4 TRINITYEVENTS • 9/10 + 9/17 • 5 The Rev. Rita Powell blesses a cat at the St. Francis Blessing Francis Powellblesses a cat at the St. Rita The Rev. 2015. of the Animals, HIGHLIGHTS LOOKING AHEAD OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE HOURS & INFORMATION P A New View: Trinity’s La Farge Murals Sun., 9/24, 10:15 am, Church Candlelight Carols Benefit Tickets Now Available Sat., 12/16, 4 pm & 7 We invite you to share your God-given gifts with the parish, the city, and beyond, by Sunday Services at Trinity pm (free-will offering); Sun., 12/17, 4 pm (ticketed benefit) participating in one of Trinity’s many ministries. You may find that lives—including 7:45 am Simple, quiet Holy Eucharist Join art conservator Corrine Long and the Rev. Patrick Ward for a new look at the your own—will be changed for the better. For a full list and calendar of opportunities, 9 am Community Holy Eucharist with youth Choristers & Choir twin John La Farge murals cleaned and restored this past summer. Freed from de- Tickets to the annual benefit concert are now available for purchase online. A be- please visit trinitychurchboston.org/serve 11:15 am Traditional Morning Prayer with Choir; Holy Eucharist first Sundays cades of accumulated grime, these works will be specially lit to show them in new and loved Boston tradition since 1909, Candlelight Carols celebrates the coming birth of 6 pm Come as you are Holy Eucharist; with Choir vivid detail. We’ll discuss La Farge’s technique as well as the scriptural scenes—Jesus Christ through carols and anthems, by candlelight, offered by the Choirs of Trinity Sew You Knit? We Need You! 7:15 pm Sacred Silence: Contemplative Prayer Church. As always, there will be two other chances to experience Candlelight Carols with Nicodemus and Jesus with the Woman of Samaria—that frame the beginning Do you like to knit? Knit hats and mittens for refugee children. This is a joint project 8 pm Compline: Choral music, candlelight, plainsong, silence, peace for free. Visit bit.ly/candlelightcarols to learn more. of our main aisle. Learn how these two images “work” in the wider decorative and of Stitching in the Spirit and the Trinity Refugee Ministry. Patterns and some mate- Weekday Services at Trinity worship context of our space! Compline Sundays through 11/26, 8 pm, Church rials available. For more info, contact Mary Sherman [email protected] 5:45 pm Weds. Choral Evensong with the Trinity Choristers

instagram.com/TrinityChurchBoston Sun. 7:30 am-8 pm • Tues. through Sat. 10 am-5 pm • Closed Mon. month following the 11:15 a.m. service. The whole family is welcome as we gather for in Advent (Dec. 3, 10, 17) in the chapel. and serve an evening meal at Rosie’s Place, a shelter for women and their children. Bible study. Contact Mr. Alex Njoku, [email protected], 339-364-0718 RSVP to Simone John, [email protected] Church Open for Touring Outreach Volunteer Orientation Sun. 12:15-4:30 pm • Tues. through Sat. 10 am-4:30 pm • Closed Mon. Parish Update Sun., 10/1, 10:15 am & 7:15 pm, Forum Thurs., 10/5, 6-8 pm, Ferris Library Fri., 9/29 or Sat., 11/18, 1 pm-4 pm (note time change), Forum GBIO Fall Launch Parish House TRINITYCHURCHBOSTON.ORG/CALENDAR Join the Rev. Bill Rich, Pete Lawrence, and other members of the Vestry and Par- Are you a member of an outreach ministry? If so, save the date for Outreach Vol- Interested in putting your faith into action to bring about a more just society? Want Sun. 7:30 am-8 pm • Mon., Fri. & Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm • Tues., Weds. & Thurs. 8:30 am-9 pm ish Profile and Search Committees to hear about parish plans for the coming year, unteer Orientation, led by Rebecca Jackson, Simone John, and Adina Davidson of to work shoulder to shoulder with people of different faiths and backgrounds in and news of the transition. Hope to see you there! the Trinity Boston Foundation. The orientation will be a 3-hour introduction to the the Boston area? Passionate about affordable housing, or criminal justice reform, or Senior StaffThe Rev. William W. Rich, Interim Rector • The Rev. Rainey G. Dankel, concepts and values that underpin our outreach work, like building relationships healthcare access for all? Trinity is an active member of the Greater Boston Interfaith Associate Rector • The Rev. Patrick C. Ward, Associate Rector • The Rev. Rita T. Powell, Follow us on Instagram: us on Instagram: Follow Blessing of the Animals across differences, understanding restorative practices, and more. The same content Organization (GBIO), which harnesses people power to advocate for a better city, Associate Rector • Adam Dawkins, Director of Stewardship • Patricia Hurley, Director of Sun., 10/1, 9 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary; 4:30 pm, Copley Square will be offered on both days, so it is only necessary to attend one orientation. Contact state, and world. Our Trinity GBIO chapter launch meeting for the fall will be on Communications • Karen Jarret, Director of Facilities • Cathy Portlock Pacitto, Director of Simone John, [email protected]. Bring your stuffed animals to church for a special Children’s Homily. Then bring your Thursday, October 5, 6-8 pm. Whether you’ve come to one GBIO action, participat- Children’s Ministries • Richard Webster, Director of Music • Sarah Wilcox, Senior Parish Sun., 9/24, 12:15 p.m., Forum • Learn more on page 2 on page more • Learn 9/24, 12:15 p.m., Forum Sun., 2 on page more Learn SUNDAY HIGHLIGHTS SUNDAY Murals La Farge Trinity’s View: New A • 9/24, 10:15-11 am, Church Sun., Learn more on page 2 Fellowship Christian Nigerian Update Parish 2 on page more • Learn 10/1, 10:15 am & 7:15 pm, Forum Sun., Animals the of Blessing Square 4:30 pm, Copley 10/1, 9 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary; Sun., live animals to Copley Square at 4:30 pm for the Blessing of the Animals. All crea- Fall Inquirer’s Class ed in GBIO for years, or are just now feeling a call to GBIO’s work, please join us! Administrator • Louise Burnham Packard, Executive Director of the Trinity Boston Founda- tion • Each can be reached at bit.ly/TrinityStaff tures great and small are welcome! Donations (to St. Francis Garden and MSPCA) Tuesdays, 10/10-12/5 (no class 10/31 or 11/21), 6-8:45 pm, Parish House Contact: Julie, [email protected] and Christina, [email protected] and pets’ names to be recognized in the St. Francis bulletin are being accepted. Saturday Retreat: 10/28, Glastonbury Abbey, Hingham, MA 4th Annual Sole Train 5K Sat., 10/21, 7:30-10 am, Jamaica Pond, MA Vestry Peter Lawrence (‘19), Senior Warden • Mark Morrow (‘21), Junior Warden • Geof- Submit names by Mon., 9/25 to Derby Swanson, dswanson@trinitychurchboston. Are you new or returning to the Christian faith, and harboring some questions? Join frey Smith (‘20), Treasurer • Marva Nathan (‘18), Clerk • Thomas Claflin (‘19) • Ralph Cole org, 617-536-0944 x362 us for an extended introduction (or refresher) to the Christian faith and the specific Join hundreds of participants at this fall’s Sole Train 5K who will be running, jogging, (‘18) • Colin Diver (‘20) • Listo Fisher (‘19) • Pauline Haddad (‘20) • Mark A. King (‘20) • history and polity of the Episcopal Church. To register or find out more, contact and strolling around Jamaica Pond. Come join the fun and support year-round pro- Lonsdale Koester (‘19) • Grace Lyons (‘18) • Patricia Lassiter (‘21) • Keith Morgan (‘18) • SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 24 & OCTOBER 1, 2017 SEPTEMBER 24 & OCTOBER SUNDAYS, James Morgan (‘21) • Jill S. 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