Sanctuary & Hillside Worship Series
"Extreme Makeover: Nehemiah Edition"
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Nehemiah is known as the Jerusalem Rebuilder. He's an interesting character who, unlike the prophets, sees a problem and doesn't just talk the talk. Nehemiah walks the walk, and takes action to fix things! But, not before prayer, reflection, and confession. As he leads the rebuilding effort, Nehemiah faces great hardship and much pain, yet the people of Israel saw firsthand how God fulfilled God's promises spoken to Jeremiah during their exile.
If God calls all of us to participate in building beloved community; then God calls all of us to become antiracists. We will use this worship series as a guide for change - laying Nehemiah's spiritual practice alongside our study of racism through film, books, and art.
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Sunday Worship - June 21 @ 10:30 am
"Nehemiah's Prayer"
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Upon receiving really bad news about the conditions of those who had returned to Judah and the city of Jerusalem, Nehemiah is overcome with grief and seeks God through prayer and confession. As we encounter trials, affliction, racism, or evil, we too must respond by entering into seasons of prayer, and confession. Grounded in the character and promises of God we have what we need to take action to be a part of the solution.
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Prayer for This Sunday:
Holy one, our hearts are troubled and our circumstances appear dark. Help us to remember how great is Your steadfast faithfulness and loving kindness. Along with Nehemiah, we're call Your promise. In the midst of this period of affliction, stressed by the impact of COVID19, hurt by the centuries long harm inflicted by the Virus of 1619 we stand in hope upon the foundation of Your truth, love, and grace. Help us to change. Amen.
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Sunday Online Schedule
9:45 - 10:15 am - Guided Meditation w/ Sarah D
10:15 am - Gathering Time (say hello and get settled in)
10:30 am - Family Worship (children, reflections, music, prayers)
11:30 am - Virtual Coffee Hour (small group conversation)
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Study and Action Group - beginning late-July
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“Racial inequity is a problem of bad policy, not bad people.”
Sanctuary UCC and Hillside invite you to a study and action group on behalf of becoming antiracist and supporting our faith communities and City of Medford to make antiracist policy change!
Please complete this survey so we can plan, schedule, and develop a team to help us dig deeply into this seminal and transformative work.
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Black Lives Matter Film Series
Save the Dates for these Outdoor (Hillside Backyard) &
Virtual Screening and Discussion Circles
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Filmmaker Ava DuVernay explores the history of racial inequality in the United States, focusing on the fact that the nation's prisons are disproportionately filled with African-Americans.
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July 17, 6:30; "Just Mercy"
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'Just Mercy' tells the true story of Walter McMillian, who, with the help of young defense attorney Bryan Stevenson, appeals his murder conviction. The film is based on the memoir of the same name, written by Stevenson.
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Black History / Black Lives Matter
Book, Film, Podcast, TV Recommendations
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June's Faith & Film Tonight!
June 19 @ 6:30 pm
"Jojo Rabbit"
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Prayer, Meditation, and Reflection
Tuesday, June 23 | Friday, June 26
Drop-In Lunch On-Line @ 12 pm
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Join Rev. Wendy for prayer, meditation and reflection - check on your heart and soul space!
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Everybody needs a little sanctuary.
especially now!
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Have a topic, prayer, or reflection to offer?
Contact Rev. Wendy
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Announcements - Mission & Service
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Micro pantries around the city are open and needed more than ever!
Please donate if you have the capacity during this time to help our neighbors!
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Bread of Life Food Donation Opportunity
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Due to the current climate, Sanctuary UCC is unable to volunteer with Bread of Life in June. Instead, we are collecting food donations to support the folks who need these items. Please help if you are able!
List of Desired Items:
cup-of-soup to microwave
meals ready to eat, such as ravioli, beef stew
cheese - half-pound packages of American or cheddar, etc.
frozen dinners
frozen vegetables
mayonnaise; tubes or small bottles
Please arrange for drop off with Julie Roberts or email
[email protected]
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o we can get the items properly secured.
Thank you for your generosity!
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For any further information on the virus, events, or how we can still be Sanctuary for ourselves and others, please check out the website:
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Sanctuary United Church of Christ
458 High Street, Medford, MA 02155 • (781) 395–3360
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