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​Newton, MA 02458


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Watertown, Newtonville, Oak Square, Newton Corner, W. Newton, Nonantum, Brighton and ​Newton Centre!
Access to the building during the week is limited,
​so please call ahead if you plan to visit.
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​Sunday Worship
June 26, 2022

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​Juneteenth
 
My Juneteenth began with the Tony Awards on June 12th. The program was a racial and gender revelation. For all that the Oscars have dragged their feet about inclusion, Broadway rocketed way ahead. Awards were won by women and men of color, some gay, some not, all of it led by a scintillating Ariana DeBose. Every presentation and every thank you seem to proclaim the fruits of “Juneteenth” emancipation from slavery and even, it seemed that one night, from American prejudice.

Then on June 18th, the live-stream of the Poor Peoples’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington revealed the work left to do in so many areas of American society. Speakers were permitted 2 minutes each, and one after another came expressions of grief and outrage over needs going unaddressed and unacknowledged.

On that same day, the Southern New England Conference of the UCC had its annual meeting (virtually). We too showed evidence of Juneteenth’s influence with our racial and gender inclusive array of spiritual talent and leadership. It was inspiring–good words were spoken, the Word was experienced, and we went home rejoicing in the Holy Spirit.

This Sunday, we will bring Juneteenth into the context of the climate crisis wherein people of color and poor people figure to be among the most vulnerable. Global warming represents a new, stiffer test of fairness and equity in our country and worldwide. Our guest preacher will be the Rev. Emma Brewer-Wallin, our Conference specialist in environmental concerns.  Hoping you join us in the Sanctuary on Sunday!

RevRick

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Our prayer for Ukraine:

O God, in our shock, dismay and disbelief, we lift up to you the people of Ukraine now undergoing this criminal assault upon them and upon world order. Strengthen their spirit and resistance.
Reward all who support them.
Give guidance to our President and all world leaders in measuring the protective steps available.
All this, O God, and also for those who can only watch and wait in a world already beset with calamity and anxiety. In the name of Christ, the Prince of Peace, we pray. Amen.

(There was no Service on 6/19 due to illness.)

​​Please find below audio of the Worship highlights
​from Sunday (6.12.22).

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​Sermon from 6.12.22
​Worship Service

A holy “unholy” love, Part I
Song of Solomon
In the church calendar, today is Trinity Sunday. It follows Pentecost which celebrates the arrival of the Holy Spirit last Sunday. The Holy Spirit makes the third person of the Trinity in orthodox Christian doctrine. It is also a good morning to catch us up on Gay Pride Month and anticipate Gay Pride Day on June 28. This is among the most important subjects for me, as a Christian, a minister, and a straight, white, married man.
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  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
    • Contact
    • Music >
      • All things music
      • Performers at Eliot
    • Who are we?
    • LGBTQ / Open & Affirming
    • Mission
    • Accessibility
    • Safe Church
    • Staff
  • WORSHIP
    • Song, Word, and Prayer
    • In Need of Prayer?
  • Archived Sermons
  • GIVING
  • COMMUNITY
    • Anti-Racism Work
  • PARTICIPATE
    • MSJ and Climate Change
    • Governance
    • Annual Fellowship Events
    • Women's Spirituality
    • Get involved
    • Service & Mission Committees
  • ELIOT & INDIGENOUS PEOPLE