Arlington Street Church!

Welcome to Arlington Street Church Our Unitarian Universalist Faith Children’s Programming Arlington Street Church is an historic Children’s Religious Education begins every TODAY – March 2, 2014 congregation (1729) with a progressive faith. Sunday in the sanctuary. Children are sung Long on the cutting edge of movements for out near the beginning of the service and ARLINGTONRLINGTON Please take a moment to complete this card so that we may welcome social justice, we affirm the inherent worth and gather downstairs for CRE. Children rejoin A TREET HURCH you more fully to our congregation. Simply drop it into the offering dignity of every being. All are welcome! their families in the sanctuary to end the SSTREET CCHURCH plate, or hand it to an usher after the service. service. Just off the Hunnewell Chapel is a Congregational Leadership Name �� nursery for fussy babies and their caregivers. Unitarian Universalist The Prudential Committee is the elected The service is piped in, and a rocker, Unitarian Universalist Address �� governing board of Arlington Street Church. changing table and supplies are available. City, State, Zip �� The members are: For information about our CRE program, Shane McBride (chair) / Harlow Robinson please contact the church office or see our Phone numbers �� (vice-chair) / Christine Curtiss / Alex Frost religious educator. Sunday, March 2nd, 2014 E-mail �� Greg Haig / Kerry Marshall / Dan Moon Ellen Payzant / Thomas Simers Alleluia! Spouse/Partner �� Officers of the Corporation are: At Arlington Street Church, we raise a hand Congratulations, Indulge! Children’s Name(s) & Age(s) �� Samuel Gloyd and Desmond Ravenstone and circle two fingers above our heads to (co-moderators) / David McClain (clerk) signal joyous affirmation. th �� Happy 30 Birthday, Susie Nacco (treasurer) Parking at Arlington Street Church e, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, I/we are visiting for the first time. Fridaye, the member Night congregations Supper of the Unitarian Program! Universalist Association, Parking on Sundays is available at the covenant to affirm and promote • The inherent worth and dignity Special Considerations for Special Needs Wcovenant to affirm and promote • The inherent worth and dignity Back Bay Garage for a discount. Discount I/we have been attending ASC for ______FM amplification headsets are available from Wof every person • Justice, equity and compassion in human relations • coupons are available at the Welcome of every person • Justice, equity and compassion in human relations • I/we would like a permanent name tag(s) for Sunday worship. the ushers. Please do not remove them from Table after worship. Additional parking Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our (Name tags are placed on a rack in the vestibule.) the sanctuary. Accessible entry is via the ramp Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our may be available on Arlington Street past congregations • A free and responsible search for truth and meaning • on the Arlington Street alley at the right-hand congregations • A free and responsible search for truth and meaning • How did you hear about Arlington Street? side of the front doors to the Church. Braille “The Castle.” The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our ______The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our hymnals are available! congregations and in society at large • The goal of world community with Please ask an usher for assistance. congregations and in society at large • The goal of world community with I prefer to be contacted by: peace, liberty, and justice for all • Respect for the interdependent web of all peace, liberty,Unitarian and justice for all • Respect Universalism for the interdependent web of all Mail Phone E-mail No preference existence of which we are a part. The living tradition which we share draws existence of which we are a part. The living tradition which we share draws I would like to know more about: from many sources • Direct experience of that transcending mystery and from manydraws sources • Direct from experience many of that transcending sources mystery and Staff Directory wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit Membership Classes/Joining ASC Choir/Music wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit Ministers Children's Religious Education (CRE) and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life • Words and Social Action Children’s Religious Education Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie, Sr. Minister and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life • Words and Laura Evonne Steinman, Religious Educator deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers Adult Religious Education & Connections (ASC’s small [email protected], ext. 10 &Artist in Residence, [email protected] deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers group ministry) Rev. George G. Whitehouse, Minister at Large and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and the transforming power [email protected], ext. 10 Erica Long, CRE Assistant/Field Education Student and structures of~ evil Our with justice, First compassion Source, and the transforming ~ power [email protected] of love • Wisdom from the world’s religions which inspires us in our ethical Young Adult Group Other ______Rev. Eugene B. Navias, Assoc. Min. Emeritus of love • Wisdom from the world’s religions which inspires us in our ethical Catie Scudera, Intern Minister Administration and spiritual life • Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond [email protected] and spiritual life • Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond Phyllis Guiliano, Business Administrator to God’s love by loving our neighbors as ourselves • Humanist teachings Ann Clarke, post-doctoral Intern Minister [email protected], ext. 16 to God’s love by Directloving our neighborsexperience as ourselves of that• Humanist teachings [email protected] which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, [email protected] which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, Please silence your cell phone. Thank you! and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit • Spiritual teachings of Music [email protected] and warntranscending us against idolatries of mystery the mind and andspirit • Spiritualwonder, teachings of Jeffrey Bouchard, Facilities Manager & earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct Mark David Buckles, Director of Music earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct [email protected] Administrative Assistant us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Grateful for the religious Yevgenia Semeina-Maroyan [email protected], ext. 14 us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Grateful for the religious At Your Service: pluralismaffirmed which enriches in and all ennobles cultures, our faith, wewhich are inspired moves to deepen Organist and Pianist Brad Nobles, Sexton pluralism which enriches and ennobles our faith, we are inspired to deepen * If you would like a large print order of service and hymns, [email protected], ext 10 [email protected], ext. 17 our understanding and expand our vision. As free congregations we enter our understanding and expand our vision. As free congregations we enter or Brailled hymns Choir Section Leaders into this covenant,us to apromising renewal to one anotherof the our spirit mutual trust and and support. into this covenant, promising to one another our mutual trust and support. * If you are having trouble hearing the service and would Julie Gregorio, soprano Glorivy Arroyo, mezzo soprano NB: To reach any staff member by phone, appreciate an assistive listening device Marco A. Jordao, tenor dial 617-536-7050. When prompted, enter an openness to the forces * If you have mobility challenges and would like assistance Justin Hicks, bass *8 and then the extension. which create and uphold life Service is Our Gift Candles Coordinator, John O'Connor Lead Greeter, Rachel Corey Urban Church Awareness Lead Usher, Philip Roberts ArlingtonArlington Street Street Church Church Remember to be mindful of your belongings, and Worship Coordinator, Desmond Ravenstone Boston,Boston, Massachusetts Massachusetts throughout the week, please help to keep the outside Assistant Treasurers, Philip Roberts and Scott Schroeder Founded in 1729 doors to the church secure. Founded in 1729 GatheredGathered in in love love and and service service for for justice justice and and peace peace Arlington Street Church, Unitarian Universalist Boston, Massachusetts Healing Prayer �� music: Nick Page (b. 1952) *Benediction and Extinguishing the Chalice text: African American Spiritual “Balm in Gilead” and Nick Page *Choral Benediction (sung twice; please join in!) Sunday, march 2nd, 2014 Glorivy Arroyo, mezzo soprano; Marco A. Jordao, tenor When You Walk From Here ...... text: Linnea Good    music: Tom Witt, arr. Buckles Drone            When you walk from here, When you walk from here, Prelude We pray We Walk with justice, Walk with mercy, And with God’s humble care. Fantasia in G Major ...... Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) 3  Melody               Yevgenia Semeina-Maroyan, organ       Postlude Introit Affirmation and Covenant Trio Sonata No. 2, Third Movement The Third Principle ...... Mark David Buckles (b. 1980) Love is the spirit El amor es el espíritu Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) We believe in acceptance of one another and of this congregation, de nuestra congregación Yevgenia Semeina-Maroyan, organ encouragement of spiritual growth. And service is our gift. Y el servicio es nuestro regalo. *You are invited to stand as you are willing and able. Marco Jordao, tenor; Justin Hicks, bass This is our great covenant: Esto es a lo que nos comprometemos: To dwell together in peace, Convivir en paz, Welcome and Chalice Lighting To speak our truths in love, Hablar nuestras verdades con amor, Today in Children’s Religious Education (CRE) The flaming chalice is the symbol of our free faith. And to help one another. Y ayudarnos los unos a los otros. Greetings *Hymn 86 Today, we are meeting in our grade-based groups. Blessed Spirit of My Life • Kindergarten–2nd graders and Nancy will be reading If I Were *Hymn 128 President and doing a photo project. For All That Is Our Life Sermon ...... Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie • 2nd–5th graders and Kate will be reading The Brave Little Parrot Rest is More Children’s Blessing and practicing collaborative care with a water relay game. Children’s Benediction �� text: Barbara Pescan th th Barbara Pescan Children's Benediction Bart Bradfield Silent Reflection, Meditation, and Prayer • 5 –8 graders and Hillary will be visiting King's Chapel, a music: Bart Bradfield Unitarian Universalist church on Beacon Hill.   Anthem              Locus Iste ...... Anton Bruckner (1824-1896) If you are new to Arlington Street and would like to learn more      about how you or your family can become involved with CRE, let’s Go in joy, go in peace to meet the day! With Locus iste a Deo factus est, This place was made by God, all eat lunch together in the Perkins Room after the service! You inaestimabile sacramentum, a priceless mystery,  can also email Erica at [email protected] for more information                 irreprehensibilis est. beyond reproach. about the program and to receive the weekly CRE email newsletter. op - en hearts em - brace life's won - der. We will guide you, Our Shared Responsibility            Over 300 pledging members and friends support the work of       Share the Plate we will love you on your way. Arlington Street Church with commitments averaging $20 a week plus volunteer service. Whatever you give is greatly appreciated. We have begun a new spiritual practice of generosity at At this time, all children are welcome to join Please consider a generous donation today! Contributions placed Arlington Street: Share the Plate! Fifty percent of the the Children’s Religious Education program! in an envelope will be credited toward your pledge or gift. money in the collection plate this month will go to Friday Night Supper Program, in honor of their birthday. Community Candles of Sorrow & Joy Offertory For 30 years, hot meals have been served from Arlington You are invited to share your sorrows and joys with the Salut d'Amour ...... Edward Elgar (1857 –1934) Street's kitchen to our guests who are hungry. congregation by filling out a Candle Card in the back pew on the Yevgenia Semeina-Maroyan, piano right-hand side of the sanctuary. Candle Cards are collected until the beginning of the first hymn. After the service, Candle Cards Parish Highlights are posted downstairs during coffee hour. You may also submit a candle by Saturday night at the church website, ASCBoston.org, *Hymn 1000 (in the teal hymnal) Mark David Buckles is in India on a Unitarian by clicking on “Worship.” Morning Has Come Universalist choir pilgrimage! Today, we thank Some of us pray with words, some of us pray through action, and Yevgenia Semeina-Maroyan, Marco Jordao, Justin Hicks, some of us use words other than prayer to describe our connection and Beth Willer for their beautiful music! to the divine and to one another. As you feel called, please join us Mark will return next Sunday. in singing the chorus of Healing Prayer.