Pärt’s musical revelation came in the early 1970’s during the Our Unitarian Universalist Faith Children’s Programming RLINGTON Kruschev-era of Soviet censorship, and in the midst of several “ Unitarian Universalism draws from many Children’s Religious Education begins every A other personal struggles: the annunciation of his faith into the sources: “Jewish and Christian teachings Sunday in the sanctuary. Children are sung TREET HURCH which call us to respond to God’s love by out near the beginning of the service and RLINGTONS C Eastern Orthodox Church, his marriage to his wife Nora, and their loving our neighbors as ourselves.” gather downstairs in the Perkins Room for A Unitarian Universalist relocation to Berlin. Soviet censors had placed a ban on a large This is the fourth source of Unitarian CRE. There is an adjacent toddler room for STREET CHURCH portion of his early works, and he fell silent for several years. Pärt Universalism from which our living tradition parents with children ages 1-5. Fussy babies and their parents are invited to the Nursery came to a cathartic release after experiencing and studying the draws. To read all six sources, as well as the Unitarian Universalist seven principles of our free faith, please see just off the Hunnewell Chapel, where a Franco-Flemish music of the Renaissance and Gregorian plainchant, the Our Faith brochure in the pew rack. rocker, changing table and supplies are emerging with a completely new compositional voice that has won available. Children rejoin their families in the hearts of many dedicated followers across the world. Alleluia! the sanctuary to end the service. For t h At Arlington Street Church, we raise a hand information about our CRE program, please S u n day, A p r i l 8 , 2012 His Berliner Messe, composed in 1990 for SATB soloists and and circle two fingers above our heads to signal contact the church office or see our Happy Passover! organ (later revised for SATB chorus and string orchestra), is his joyous affirmation. religious educator. second setting of the Mass Ordinary, and a spectacular example Congregational Leadership Special Considerations for Special Needs e, the member congregationsHappy of theEaster! Unitarian Universalist Association, of his timeless compositional method of tintinnabulation used in The Prudential Committee is the elected FM amplification headsets are available covenant to affirm and promote • The inherent worth and dignity a liturgical framework. Pärt’s melodic language, attention to text governing board of Arlington Street Church. from the ushers. Please do not remove them W of everye, theperson member • Justice, congregations equity andof the compassion Unitarian Universalist in human Association, relations • setting, observance of Hesychasm (stillness, quiet, silent prayer), The members are: from the sanctuary. Accessible entry is via Art Nava & Deb Pontes (co-chairs)/ Carmen Griggs the ramp on the Arlington Street alley at AcceptanceWcovenant of one to affirmanother andand promoteencouragement • The inherent to spiritual worth growth and dignity in our and iconographical painting of the liturgy, culminates in this the right-hand side of the front doors to the Richard Marshall / Shane McBride / Karl Paulnack congregationsof every person • •A Jfreeustice, and equity responsible and compassion search for intruth human and meaningrelations • 25-minute masterpiece, filling our ears (and our hearts) with praise, Ellen Payzant / Harlow Robinson / Bob Sessions Church. Braille hymnals are available! TheAcceptance right of ofconscience one another and and the encouragementuse of the democratic to spiritual process growth within in our celebration, and peace. Officers of the Corporation are: Please ask an usher for assistance. congregations and• A infree society and responsibleat large • The search goal offor world truth community and meaning with • Dan Moon (council chair) / Samuel Gloyd & Parking at Arlington Street Church peace, liberty, and justice for all • Respect for the interdependent web of all Diana Miller (co-moderators) / David McClain The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our - John Forrestal Parking on Sundays is available at the existence of which we are a part. The living tradition which we share draws (clerk) / Susie Nacco (treasurer) Back Bay Garage for a discount. Discount congregations and in society at large • The goal of world community with coupons are available at the Welcome frompeace, many liberty, sources and justice • Direct for experienceall • Respect of for that the transcending interdependent mystery web of and all Table after worship. Additional parking wonderexistence, affirmed of which inwe allare cultures, a part. The which living moves tradition us to whicharenewal we ofshare the drawsspirit may be available on Arlington Street past and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life • Words and “The Castle.” from many sources • Direct experience of that transcending mystery and deedswonder of, affirmedprophetic inwomen all cultures, and men which which moves challenge us to usarenewal to confront of the powers spirit and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and the transforming power Directory and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life • Words and ofdeeds love of • Wisdomprophetic from women the world’sand men religions which challenge which inspires us to confrontus in our powersethical Ministry Program and spiritual life • Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond At Your Service: and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and the transforming power Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie, Sr. Minister Laura Evonne Steinman, Religious Educator & to God’s love by loving our neighbors as ourselves • Humanist teachings * If you would like a large print order of service and hymns, [email protected], ext. 10 Artist in Residence of love • Wisdom from the world’s religions which inspires us in our ethical Rev. George G. Whitehouse, Minister at Large [email protected], ext. 12 which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, or Brailled hymns and spiritual life • Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond [email protected], ext. 10 JP LaFond, R. E. Assistant and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit • Spiritual teachings of * If you are having trouble hearing the service and would Rev. Eugene B. Navias, Assoc. Min. Emeritus to God’s love by loving our neighbors as ourselves • Humanist teachings Rebecca Froom, Intern Minister Administrative earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct appreciate an assistive listening device which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science, [email protected], ext. 18 Phyllis Guiliano, Church Administrator us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Grateful for the religious * If you have mobility challenges and would like assistance [email protected], ext. 16 and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit • Spiritual teachings of Music [email protected] pluralismearth-centered which traditions enriches which and ennobles celebrate our the faith, sacred we circle are inspired of life and to instructdeepen Any usher will be happy to help! Mark David Buckles, Director of Music [email protected] our understanding and expand our vision. As free congregations we enter [email protected], ext. 19 Jeffrey Bouchard, Assistant to the Administrator us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature. Grateful for the religious Molly Wood, Collaborative Pianist [email protected], ext. 14 intopluralism this covenant, which enriches promising and toennobles one another our faith, our mutualwe are inspired trust and to support. deepen [email protected], ext 10 Brad Nobles, Sexton [email protected], ext. 17 our understanding and expand our vision. As free congregations we enter Please silence your cell phone. Thank you! Choir Section Leaders into this covenant, promising to one another our mutual trust and support. Julie Gregorio, soprano Glorivy Arroyo, mezzo soprano Service is Our Gift Jonathan Price, tenor J. Jacob Krause, baritone, Assistant Conductor Assistant Treasurers, Alma Antoniotti and Gail Jennes Candles Coordinator, John O’Connor Lead Greeter, Reese Millican Lead Usher, Greg Haig Arlington Street Church, Unitarian Universalist Arlington Street Church 351 Boylston Street Boston, Massachusetts Worship Coordinator, George Whitehouse Boston, Massachusetts 02116-3303 Jennifer Erbe Founded in 1729 Cover Photograph, Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Arlington Street Church Phone: 617-536-7050 • Fax: 617-536-7051 Gathered in Boston,love and Massachusettsservice for justice and peace E-mail: offi[email protected] • Web: www.ASCBoston.org Founded in 1729 Gathered in love and service for justice and peace *Benediction and Extinguishing the Chalice Arlington Street Church, Unitarian Universalist Healing Prayer ���������������������������������� music: Nick Page (b. 1952) text: African American Spiritual “Balm in Gilead” and Nick Page *Choral Benediction (sung twice; please join us!) Boston, Massachusetts Glorivy Arroyo, mezzo soprano; J. Jacob Krause, baritone When You Walk From Here ������������������������������� text: Linnea Good S u n day, A p r i l 8 t h , 2012 music: Tom Witt, arr. Buckles When you walk from here, When you walk from here, Drone Walk with justice, Walk with mercy, And with God’s humble care. Prelude We pray We Divertimento