Sunday, March 28, 2010
10:30 a.m. Palm Sunday
10:30 a.m. Palm Sunday
Sermon: "Answering Invitations"
Preaching: Rev. Barbara Merritt
Liturgist: Rev. Thomas Schade
We know that when Jesus decided to go to Jerusalem, he was well aware of the enormous danger facing him in that city, at that time. What invitations, in his short life, did he answer, and which ones did he refuse? Perhaps more importantly, what summons us to "step up to the plate"? How do we answer the challenges and the blessings which arise in our own lives? This Sunday, the choir will be in full song, and the children will distribute eco-friendly Palms. We hope you can be with us!
The one who has surrendered himself to it knows that the Way ends on the Cross — even when it is leading him through the jubilation of Gennesaret( a garden of riches) or the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Do not seek death. Death will find you. But seek the road which makes death a fulfillment.
-Dag Hammarskjold
Thursday, April 1, 2010
6:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday Communion Service
Led By: Rev. Thomas Schade
We gather in the spirit of Jesus to remember his teachings with candles and flowers, bread and wine. The Maundy Thursday service is simple, beautiful and uplifting.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
4:00 p.m. Passover Seder
The Seder is a moving, participatory celebration in memory of the Hebrew people escaping from Egyptian slavery, with the rituals of the service intertwined with a wonderful meal cooked by members of the parish. Held in the Dining Room. Reservations are required. Contact the Church Office (508) 757-2708 if you have questions.
Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010
Preaching: Rev. Barbara Merritt
Liturgist: Rev. Thomas Schade
We know that when Jesus decided to go to Jerusalem, he was well aware of the enormous danger facing him in that city, at that time. What invitations, in his short life, did he answer, and which ones did he refuse? Perhaps more importantly, what summons us to "step up to the plate"? How do we answer the challenges and the blessings which arise in our own lives? This Sunday, the choir will be in full song, and the children will distribute eco-friendly Palms. We hope you can be with us!
The one who has surrendered himself to it knows that the Way ends on the Cross — even when it is leading him through the jubilation of Gennesaret( a garden of riches) or the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Do not seek death. Death will find you. But seek the road which makes death a fulfillment.
-Dag Hammarskjold
Thursday, April 1, 2010
6:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday Communion Service
Led By: Rev. Thomas Schade
We gather in the spirit of Jesus to remember his teachings with candles and flowers, bread and wine. The Maundy Thursday service is simple, beautiful and uplifting.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
4:00 p.m. Passover Seder
The Seder is a moving, participatory celebration in memory of the Hebrew people escaping from Egyptian slavery, with the rituals of the service intertwined with a wonderful meal cooked by members of the parish. Held in the Dining Room. Reservations are required. Contact the Church Office (508) 757-2708 if you have questions.
Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010
6:00 a.m. Sunrise Service at Bancroft Tower
On a quiet hilltop, we gather in the darkness to view together the first light of Easter morning. There will be music, readings from the world's religions, poetry, and silence. Madeline Browning will play flute or recorder music (depending on the weather,) as we welcome the newborn sun. Please dress warmly, it can be quite cold outside at Bancroft Tower. After the service, everyone is invited back to the church for a wonderful hot breakfast, lovingly prepared by Harold Stevens and friends. *Directions: From the corner of Park Ave. and Salisbury St. (going west), go two blocks past Park Ave. to Massachusetts Ave., turn left to past Drury Lane, and stay on Mass. Ave. up a wooded hill. At the top of the hill, take the first (sharp) right. Follow the winding road to Bancroft Tower.
6:30 a.m. Annual Easter Breakfast in the Church Dining Room.
10:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Worship
Sermon: "Love Is Returning"
Preaching: The Rev. Thomas Schade
Liturgist: The Rev. Barbara Merritt
What ultimately matters at Easter, is whether you believe that there is life after pain, hope after betrayal, and love after death. Please join with us for our annual celebration. The choir will be with us with the glorious music of the season. There will be a children's story. We will close with our congregational sing of the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah. And then, the children of the church will have an Easter Egg hunt!
“Do you wish to know God's meaning in all of this? Know it well, love was God's meaning.”
-Julian of Norwich
On a quiet hilltop, we gather in the darkness to view together the first light of Easter morning. There will be music, readings from the world's religions, poetry, and silence. Madeline Browning will play flute or recorder music (depending on the weather,) as we welcome the newborn sun. Please dress warmly, it can be quite cold outside at Bancroft Tower. After the service, everyone is invited back to the church for a wonderful hot breakfast, lovingly prepared by Harold Stevens and friends. *Directions: From the corner of Park Ave. and Salisbury St. (going west), go two blocks past Park Ave. to Massachusetts Ave., turn left to past Drury Lane, and stay on Mass. Ave. up a wooded hill. At the top of the hill, take the first (sharp) right. Follow the winding road to Bancroft Tower.
6:30 a.m. Annual Easter Breakfast in the Church Dining Room.
10:30 a.m. Easter Sunday Worship
Sermon: "Love Is Returning"
Preaching: The Rev. Thomas Schade
Liturgist: The Rev. Barbara Merritt
What ultimately matters at Easter, is whether you believe that there is life after pain, hope after betrayal, and love after death. Please join with us for our annual celebration. The choir will be with us with the glorious music of the season. There will be a children's story. We will close with our congregational sing of the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah. And then, the children of the church will have an Easter Egg hunt!
“Do you wish to know God's meaning in all of this? Know it well, love was God's meaning.”
-Julian of Norwich
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