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Snapshot: The e-newsletter of Arlington Street Church
Arlington Street Church Gathered in Love and Service
for Justice and Peace
December 6, 2013
In this issue:
  • Sunday
  • Announcements
  • Coming Right Up
  •  


    Sunday


    Anti-Racism, Multicultural Workshop
    Sunday, December 8th ~ 12:30-2:00 pm, Hunnewell Chapel

    This workshop will offer some tools to explore issues relating to race, ethnicity, and cultural identity, both individually and institutionally. There will be a short video excerpt, exercises, and small group discussions. There will also be an opportunity to explore the “continuum” (distributed at the last Corporation Meeting) on becoming an anti-racist, multicultural institution. This endeavor is supported by the Prudential Committee (our governing board), and involves the whole congregation; all are welcome and encouraged to attend. The workshop is sponsored by Arlington Street’s “Building the World We Dream” team.

    Social Action Committee Meeting
    Sunday, December 8th ~ 9:30 am, Smith Room

    Anyone interested in participating in Arlington Street’s work for social justice in the world is welcome to come to the meeting!

    Shop at the Arlington Street Holiday Bazaar!
    Sundays, December 8th, 15th, 22nd ~ 10:30-10:45 am & 12-1:00 pm, Parish Hall

    Get a jump on your holiday shopping right here in the parish hall before and after the worship service! There are several tables offering beautiful hand-made crafts by local artisans. Your purchases help support the artists and Arlington Street Church.

    Children’s Religious Education

    This Sunday morning, we are meeting in our age-based groups.
    • Kindergarten-2nd graders and Sandy are reading Fanny in the Kitchen.
    • 2nd-5th graders and Carol are continuing to learn about Islam by reading Sitti’s Secrets.
    • 5th-8th graders and Hillary are exploring the seven principles of Unitarian Universalism.
    If you are interested in getting involved with CRE, please email Erica. Note: Next week we will be putting together our annual Mitten Tree. Please bring new or gently used mittens, scarves, and hats to be hung on the Mitten Tree and presented as gifts to the guests of the Friday Night Supper.


    Announcements


    Christmas Eve Ushers Needed!

    Ushers are needed for all three services on Saturday, Christmas Eve: 5 pm (family service), 7 pm, and 9 pm. Sign up sheets will be circulated during today’s service. You can also sign up by e-mailing Ellen Spencer. Please specify which service you are volunteering for, and be sure to include a telephone number where we can reach you.

    Healing Thoughts for Herb

    Long-time Arlington Street member Herb Gleason was in the hospital this past week with a serious illness. He’s home now, on the flats of Beacon Hill, and he would certainly enjoy our well wishes. Please send cards and greetings to Herb by the church office, and Rev. Kim will deliver them.

    Put Arlington Street on Your Holiday Shopping List

    As you’re shopping for the holidays, ask merchants to donate something fabulous for the silent auction that’s a highlight of Indulge, Arlington Street’s annual fundraiser on March 1st, 2014. Just remember that proceeds from Indulge go to support the good works of Arlington Street Church. The gift should be new and have a value of $75 or more. Unsure of what makes a great auction item? A gift card always takes the guesswork out of giving!

    The Mitten Tree
    Sunday, December 15th ~ 11:00 am, Sanctuary

    Please bring new, unwrapped gloves, hats, scarves, and socks for the gentlemen guests of our Friday Night Supper Program. Let’s decorate the Mitten Tree!

    Friday Night Supper Program

    Help your homeless and hungry neighbors!

    The Friday Night Supper Program has been serving hot, nutritious, meals to over 150 homeless and low-income people every Friday evening since 1984. This year’s Christmas supper will be on December 20th. There are many ways in which you can support the program:
    • We welcome Arlington Street volunteers to help with the Christmas meal—either during the daytime prep shift (1-4 pm), or in the evening to help serve the meal (5-7:45 pm)
    • Make a tax deductible cash donation
    • Donate clothing and toiletries. At this time of year, we need winter hats, gloves, and scarves for our holiday gift bags.
    • Secure monetary donations can be made by following the DONATE link on our website. To volunteer or for more information, contact the Executive Director, Amber Pittenger at, 617-536-7050 x22 or email Amber at info@fridaynightsupper.org.


    Coming Right Up

    For more information on programs at Arlington Street, please visit ASCBoston.org


    Buddha’s Belly ~ The Buddhist Book Discussion
    and the Arlington Street Zen Center

    Tuesday, December 10th ~ 6:00 pm, Hunnewell Chapel

    Buddha’s Belly and the Arlington Street Zen Center (feel free to come to one or both) meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday.

    Buddha’s Belly meets at 6 pm. Please read Parts 1-3 of The Heart of the Revolution: The Buddha’s Radical Teachings on Forgiveness, Compassion, and Kindness (BPL) by Noah Levine, for Tuesday’s discussion.

    Arlington Street Zen Center meets at 7 pm and includes seated and walking meditations, a dharma talk, and conversation. Beginners and experienced meditators from all traditions are welcome!

    Kundalini Yoga Class
    Wednesday, December 11th ~ 6:00 pm, Hunnewell Chapel

    Experience fun exercises and poses, breathing techniques, chanting, meditation, and deep relaxation in this unique class. Moving energy through your body brings positive change and growth. There is a $10 charge that goes to the church. First class is free!

    Talking Your Walk
    Wednesday, December 11th ~ 6:30 pm, Smith Room

    Talking Your Walk meets every second Wednesday. This is a non-clinical support group in solidarity with those who are dealing with the challenge of depression. Our own John Sacco, LICSW, is the facilitator. Please see Rev. Kim or John with questions, or to let us know that you will be joining the group.

    Solstice Kirtan with Prajna
    Saturday, December 14th ~ 7:30 pm, Lincoln, MA

    Laura Evonne Steinman invites you to join her at the Solstice Kirtan at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 147 Concord Road, Lincoln. The suggested donation is $15.


    Advent 2: Peace

    Sunday’s service opens with a chalice lighting dedicated to the memory of Nelson Mandela — �presente! — and the lighting of the advent wreath in honor of the birth of prophets old and new. We welcome new members — with great joy! — and music includes Billy Joel tunes by Nick Place on piano; a solo by soprano Julie Gregorio from a Bach cantata for Advent; the choir singing John Tavener’s beautiful setting of William Blake’s “The Lamb;” and Rodger Clinton Vine on organ! Rev. Kim is preaching “Fruitcake”—a sermon about leaving holidays past in the past, and choosing to make wonderful new memories.

    Come experience the Soul of Sunday! Come, keep the faith ... and carry it on!


    Advent 2 ~ Peace


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