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    F I R S T U N I T A R I A N C H U R C H O F P H I L A D E L P H I A

    W O R S H I P S C H E D U L E

    September through December 2008

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    Date: Sun, Sept 7th at 11:00 am

    Title: Water Communion

    Speaker: Rev. Nate Walker

    Blurb: In preparation for our annual homecoming service, please bring a small

    container of water. We will have three water stations with microphones

    for people to call out one word that represents the wisdom they intend tobring to the church this year. For example, folks may say I bring

    patience, I bring humor, I bring joy, I bring questions, etc Some

    may wish to name the location from which the water was gathered bysaying simply, From New York we bring renewal, From my mothers

    grave I bring grief, etc Our hope is to craft a ritual that inspires our

    community to live intentionally and to live authentically. The communionwill be underscored with the song Spirit of Life, written by Carolyn

    McDadewho co-founded the water communion ritual. Intergen Service.

    Source: Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred

    circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature.

    Associates: Leslie Anderson, Mark DeCourval, Virginia DeRolf, and Gene Search

    Children: Intergenerational service: water communion replaces time for all ages

    Caring: Anne Slater

    Rehearsal: Saturday, Sept 6th at 12:30 pm.

    Set up: See Nate

    Music: Prelude Important Eventby R. Schumann, Arcenia Rosal on piano

    Choral Introit #1074 Turn the World Around~ Harry Belafonte

    Invocation #131Love Will Guide Us

    OffertoryMeditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem Wade in the Water, Arranged by Moses Hogan

    Hymn #1053How Could Anyone

    Postlude Reverieby R. Schumann, Arcenia Rosal on piano

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    Date: Sun, Sept 14th at 11:00 am

    Title: Peace is Possible: Islam

    Speaker: Rev. Nate Walker

    Blurb: Rev. Nate has joined in solidarity with the Muslim community byparticipating in Ramadan, a month-long fast where the faithful are asked

    to refrain from eating and drinking from sunrise until sunset. This

    spiritual discipline is designed to teach patience, humility, sacrifice andsympathy for those who are less fortunate. Each day Rev. Nate will study

    one of the thirtyjuzs (sections) of the Quran throughout Ramadan. This

    worship serves as the beginning of a year-long sermon series entitledPeace is Possible, each exploring another major world religion. The

    Childrens Religious Education will mirror this process by using curricula

    to explore different faiths.Source: Islam one of the worlds religions that inspire us in our ethical and

    spiritual life. Specifically, drawing upon passages from the Quran and

    the fasting-practice of Ramadan.

    Ritual: New Members Ceremony

    Children: Time for all ages based on Ramadan

    Afterward: Islamic Relief Day of Service 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and the following

    Tuesday we will host the Iftar dinner (to break the fast).

    Associates: Allie Knight,

    Planning: 11:00 am on Thursday, September 4th

    Rehearsal: 11:00 am on Wednesday, September 10th

    Music: Prelude Duet with Arcenia Rosal and Don St. Pierre

    Call to Worship #1009 Mediation on Breathing

    Choral Introit #1032Daooa Nayessh (Arabic for peace)

    Opening Hymn #188 Come, Come, Whoever You Are

    Sending Forth #X Go Now in Peace

    Offertory Don St. Pierre on piano

    Meditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Anthem Youth Choir from the Czech Republic

    Hymn #128 For All That Is Our Life

    Postlude Reverieby R. Schumann, Arcenia Rosal on piano

    Set up: See Nate

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    Date: Sun, Sept 21st at 11:00 am

    Title: A Letter to My Murderer

    Speaker: Rev. Nate Walker

    Blurb: Will Unitarian Universalists advocate for the death penalty of DavidAdkisson, the gunman who open-fired in the sanctuary of our sister

    congregation in Knoxville, TN? Rev. Nate will explore this question, and

    the ethics of the death penalty, in the context of a letter he will read to hisimagined murderer a hypothetical statement that can serve as an

    advance-directive, should Rev. Nate ever be a victim of manslaughter. If

    others also crafted such statements, would these documents serve helpthose who were left behind? Would it aid the government by legally

    pledging the state to honor the wishes of killed and thereby finding a

    social alternative to capital punishment?Source: Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder, affirmed in all

    cultures, which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the

    forces that create and uphold life.

    Associates: Janet Scannell and Christine Carlson

    Planning: 1:00 pm on Sunday, September 7th

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 18th

    Set-up: Basic.

    Music: Organ Prelude Desiree Hines

    Meditation on Crusader's Hymn: Arr. Diane BishLitanies-Jehan Alain

    Choral Introit Bless this Hour~ Lila J. Cobb

    Invocation #131Love Will Guide Us

    Offertory Largo from Xerses by GF HandelDesiree Hines on Organ

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem There Is A Balm in Gilead~ William Dawson

    Hymn #1053How Could AnyoneOrgan Postlude Desiree Hines 5me Symphonie Pour Grand

    Orgue--Charles Marie Widor

    V. Toccata-Allegro

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    Date: Sun, Sept 28th at 11:00 am

    Title: The Gnosis of Paul: A Unitarian Reflection

    Speaker: Eugene Search, Field Education Student

    Blurb: The Gnosis of Paul: a Unitarian reflection on the hymn of Paul" will be

    lead by Eugene Search, the new field-education student from Lutheran

    Theological Seminary. Gene intends to approach this text from the

    perspective of both Unitarian Christianity and Gnosticism and in doing sobring some of his own personal insights to the text so as to be able to

    introduce himself to the congregation.

    Source: Philippians 2:1-13, Christian New Testament

    Associates: Virginia DeRolf and Nate Walker

    Planning: 10:00 am on Thursday, September 18th

    Rehearsal: 10:00 am on Thursday, September 25th

    Set-up: Pulpit on landing. Everything else basic.

    Music: Organ Prelude Desiree Hines

    Choral Introit Break forth, O beauteous heavenly light ~ J. S. Bach

    Invocation #1008 When Our Heart Is in a Holy Place

    Offertory Reverieby R. Schumann, Arcenia Rosal on piano

    Meditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Anthem O How Amiable ~ R. Vaughn-Williams

    Hymn #205Amazing Grace, Organ Hymn Desiree

    Choral Postlude Now We Go Our Way Rejoicing~ Rosalyn Kalmar

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    Date: Sun, Oct 5thth at 11:00 am

    Title: Peace is Possible: Judaism

    Speaker: Rev. Nate Walker

    Blurb: How do we integrate the practice of reconciliation and forgiveness in ourrelationships? How do we atone for our mistakes? Is it possible that the

    Jewish ritual of Yom Kippur can inspire us to integrate peace into our lives

    and thereby take one step in healing the world?

    Source: Judaism one of the worlds religions that inspire us in our ethical andspiritual life. Specifically drawing upon the ritual of Yom Kippur

    Children: Time for all ages about Sukkoth

    Associates: Eric Jordan

    Planning: 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 25th

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, October 2nd

    Set up: Basic.

    Music: Prelude Cantor (piano needed)

    Call to Worship #1009 Mediation on Breathing

    Introit Oboe solo, Meredith Donahue

    Invocation #168 One More Step

    Offertory Cantor (piano needed)

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem Ma Navu Translation: How beautiful areupon the mountains the feet of the messenger of

    good tidings of salvation and peace.

    Hymn #121 Well Build a Land

    Postlude Cantor (piano needed)

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    Date: Sun, Oct 12th at 11:00 am

    Title: More than Survive, We Thrive!

    Speaker: Rev. Nate Walker

    Blurb: Why are Protestant and Catholic organizations throughout America

    diminishing in size? Why are evangelical movements so vibrant and

    growing so rapidly? What can we as Unitarian Universalists learn fromthe dying and the thriving religions in America? Our worship will be oneof thousands of services held on this day to celebrate Association Sunday.

    The worship will focus specifically on the proposed amendments to the

    Principles and Sources, set forth by the Commission on Appraisal.

    Source: Unitarian Universalist history and contemporary religious movements.

    Ritual: New Members Ceremony

    Associates:

    Planning: Worship Associates: 7:00 pm on Thursday, October 2nd

    Rehearsal: Worship Associates: 6:00 pm on Thursday, October 9th

    Music: Prelude (Interim Director)

    Choral Introit Be Thou My Vision ~ Traditional Irish melody, arr.

    John Carter

    Invocation #346 Come, Sing a Song with Me

    New Members Consider Yourself at Home from Oliver!

    Offertory (Interim Director)

    Meditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Anthem Sunshine in My Soul~ John Sweney

    Hymn #1021Lean on Me

    Postlude (Interim Director)

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    Date: Sun, Oct 19th at 11:00 am

    Title: Weaving Racial Justice

    Speaker: Rev. Nate Walker

    Blurb: Based on the theatrical production, Gees Bendby the Arden Theater and

    inspired by the quilt exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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    Gee's Bend is a celebration of the resilience of the human spirit. The

    Pettway women of Gee's Bend, Alabama are strong African-Americans.

    Through segregation, family turmoil and the Civil Rights Movement, thewomen turn to quilting to provide comfort and context to their lives. These

    quilts, a labor of love and necessity, turn out to be valuable works of art.

    Featuring three strong women and interwoven with gospel music, Gee'sBend is a deeply personal story of family, self-discovery and artistic

    expression.

    Source: The words and deeds of prophetic women which challenge us to confront

    powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and thetransforming power of love.

    Associates:

    Planning: 7:00 pm on Thursdays, October 9th

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, October 16th

    Music: Prelude African American female soloistCall to Worship #155 Circle Round for Freedom

    Introit w/ Choir #1026If Every Woman in the World

    ~ Karen MacKay

    Invocation Evry Time I Feel The Spirit ~ Arr. By W. Dawson

    Offertory African American female soloist

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Choral Anthem We Shall Overcome ~ with choir, arranged by Roy

    Ringwald, with new words adapted by Z. Horton, F.

    Hamilton, G. Carawan, P. Seger.

    Hymn #1021Lean on Me

    Postlude African American female soloist

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    Date: Sun, Oct 26th at 11:00 am

    Title: Action Reconciliation Service for Peace

    Blurb: Based on German and Jewish relations for reconciliation after WWII

    Source: Jewish and Christian teachings that call us to respond to Gods love byloving our neighbors as ourselves.

    Associates: Interfaith service with Rabbis and Pastors who serve with GermanysAction Reconciliation Service for Peace

    Planning: Online and via conference call

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    Rehearsal: Time TBA on Thursday, October 23rd

    Music: Organ Prelude (German composer?)

    Choral Introit (Maybe something in Hebrew)

    Invocation #1023Building Bridges

    (Us choral arrangement by Nick Page)

    Offertory How Could I Keep From Singing(Oboe and Flute)

    Meditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Organ/Flute/Choral Anthem Die Frucht des Geistes ist Liebe,

    Translation: The Fruit of the Spirit is Love

    Hymn #121 Well Build a Land

    Organ Postlude (German composer?)

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    Date: Sun, Nov 2nd at 11:00 am

    Title: Theolegal Democracy: Whose God Rules?

    Blurb: Do public officials use theology to justify legal decisions? If so, are we

    moving away from a secular government that upholds a separation ofchurch and state? Or are we becoming a theolegal democracy? Rev. Nate

    and Dr. Ed Greenlee will give you a preview of their upcoming book.

    Cases that will be presented include: religious lawyering, abortion, stem-cell research, marriage, war and religious freedom.

    Source: Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and

    the results of science, and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit.

    Associates: Ed Greenlee

    Planning: 12:00 noon on Thursday, October 23rd

    Rehearsal: 12:00 noon on Thursday, October 30th

    Music: Organ Prelude (Americana music John Phillip Sousa?)

    Choral Introit O Beautiful(or)How Beautiful Oh Spacious Skies

    Invocation #298 Wake Now, My Senses

    Offertory (Americana music John Phillip Sousa?)

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem God Bless America

    Hymn #162 Gonna Lay Down My Sword and Shield

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    Organ Postlude (Americana music John Phillip Sousa?)

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    Date: Sun, Nov 9th at 11:00 am

    Title: Music Sunday

    Blurb:

    Source: Music

    Associates: Choir members

    Music: Organ Prelude

    Choral Introit

    Invocation #361Enter, Rejoice, and Come In

    Music selection

    Offertory

    Hymn #346 Come, Sing a Song with Me

    Anthem

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem

    Hymn #16 Tis a Gift to Be Simple

    Choral Benediction II. Amen ~ Giovanni Batista Pergolesi

    Organ Postlude

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    Date: Sun, Nov 16th at 11:00 am

    Title: Peace is Possible: Sikhism

    Blurb: The Sikh tradition is rooted in the history and culture of the Punjab in

    northern India. Sikhism is known as the fifth largest religion in the worldwith over 20 million followers. It originates from the teachings of Nanak

    in sixteenth century and nine successive human gurus. The Sandeep SinghBrar describes Sikhism a progressive religion well ahead of its time whenit was founded over 500 years ago [and] preaches a message of devotion

    and remembrance of God at all times, truthful living, equality of mankind

    and denounces superstitions and blind rituals.

    Source: Sikhism one of the worlds religions that inspire us in our ethical andspiritual life. Drawing specifically upon the music and teachings of Guru

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    Nanak Dev Sahib.

    Associates:

    Planning: 11:00 am on Thursday, November 6th

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, November 13th

    Music notes: Invite Sikh vocalist to sing songs by Snatam Kaur.

    Music: Prelude

    Call to Worship #1009 Mediation on Breathing

    Invocation #168 One More Step

    Offertory

    Meditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Anthem Ong Namo

    Hymn #1026If Every Woman in the World

    Postlude

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    Date: Sun, Nov 23rd at 11:00 am

    Title: Native American Spirituality

    Blurb: (Craft narrative with womens group.)

    Source: Native American Spirituality the many indigenous traditions that inspireour spiritual life, calling us to respect the interdependent web of all

    existence of which we are all a part.

    Associates: Native American Spirituality for Women

    Planning: 7:00 pm on Thursday, November 13th

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, November 20th

    Hymns: #Come, Come Whoever You Are (opening), #402From You I Receive

    (music mediation), #170 We are a Gentle, Angry People

    Music: Native Prelude

    Choral Introit

    Invocation #Come, Come Whoever You Are

    Native Offertory

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem

    Hymn #170 We are a Gentle, Angry People

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    Native Postlude

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    Date: Sun, Nov 30th at 11:00 am

    Title:

    Speaker: Gene Search

    Blurb:

    Source:

    Associates:

    Planning:

    Rehearsal:

    Music: Organ Prelude

    Choral Introit God I My Refuge and Strength ~ Randy Edwards

    Invocation #38 Morning Has Broken

    Offertory

    Meditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Anthem Alleluia ~ Randall Thompson

    Hymn #Every Time I Feel the Spirit

    Organ Postlude

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    Date: Sun, Dec 7th at 11:00 am

    Title: Pilgrimage to Africa

    Speaker: Rev. Adaae Watson

    Blurb: Rev. Adaae Watson recently visited caves in Africa where slaves were

    round and kept prisoner before being shipped to the Americas. She willspeak of her experiences and, in this context, reflect upon her African

    American identity.

    Note: Week of the anniversary of Rosa Parks sparking the bus boycott and

    World AIDS Day (Christiane will make a presentation after service).

    Source: African and African-American theology, heritage and music

    Associates:

    Rehearsal:

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    Music: Drum Prelude

    Choral Introit #1030 Siyahamba (We Are Marching)

    Invocation #99Nobody Knows the Trouble Ive Seen

    Drum Offertory

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem (Music by Boniface Mganga)

    Hymn #151I Wish I Knew How

    Drum Postlude

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    Date: Sun, Dec 14th at 11:00 am

    Title: An Ex-Mas Feast

    Blurb: Reverend Nate drawing upon the eight-year-old narration of an African

    boy, as found in the bookSay Youre One of Themby Uwem Akpan. It isthe story of the boys twelve-year-old sister who takes to the streets to

    raise the meager funds to pay for his books and fees to attend school.

    They live in a street shanty in Nairobi, Kenya, but their way of both lovingand taking advantage serves as a powerful prelude to the Christmas

    season.

    Source: Uwem Akpans stunning story that humanizes the perils of poverty and

    violence that piercingly draws the reader into the heart of Africa.

    Associates: Womens book club?

    Planning: 7:30 pm on Monday, December 1st

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, December 11th

    Hymns: (opening), #402From You I Receive (music mediation),

    Music: Prelude

    Choral Introit God I My Refuge and Strength ~ Randy Edwards

    Invocation #1008 When Our Heart Is in a Holy Place

    OffertoryMeditation #123 Spirit of Life

    Anthem (Music by Boniface Mganga)

    Hymn #1061For So the Children Come

    Choral Benediction Choral Benediction ~

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    Date: Sun, Dec 21st at 11:00 am

    Title: Winter Solstice

    Blurb: In the spirit of this pagan holiday we will sing Celtic songs and celebratethe pagan origins of the Christmas Tree, the Yule Log, and other winter

    traditions. Special attention will be paid to the theme of balance how to

    Source: Paganism a tradition that affirms the feminine divine, calling us to

    respect the interdependent web of all existence of which we are all a part.

    Associates:

    Children: Solstice pageant

    Planning: 7:00 pm on Thursday, December 11th

    Rehearsal: 6:00 pm on Thursday, December 18th

    Hymns: #1063 Winter Solstice Chant(opening), #402From You I Receive (music

    mediation), #1064Blue Boat Home

    Music: Earth-Centered Prelude

    Choral Introit Sure on this Shinning Night~ Randall Z. Stroope

    Invocation #298 Wake Now, My Senses

    Earth-Centered Offertory

    Meditation #402From You I Receive

    Anthem Choose Something Like a Star ~ Composed by

    Randall Thompson, Lyrics by Robert Frost

    Hymn #162 Gonna Lay Down My Sword and Shield

    Earth-Centered Postlude

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    Date: Wed, Dec 24th at 7:00 pm

    Title: Peace is Possible: Christianity

    Blurb: Our annual candle-lit Christmas Eve service will draw upon the themes of

    peace affirmed in the Christian scriptures.

    Source: Christianity - one of the worlds religions that inspire us in our ethical and

    spiritual life. Specifically drawing upon the life and teachings of Jesus ofNazareth.

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    Associates:

    Rehearsal: 7:00 pm on Thursday, December 18th

    Hymns: #239 Go Tell It on the Mountain, #244It Came Upon the Midnight Clear

    #251 Silent Night, #237 The First Nowell, #245Joy to the World!

    Music notes:

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    Date: Sun, Dec 28th at 11:00 am

    Title: Peace is Possible:Buddhism

    Speaker: Ed Greenlee

    Blurb:

    Source: Buddhism

    Associates:

    Planning:

    Rehearsal:

    Hymns: Happiness is Here and Now (opening), #402From You I Receive (music

    mediation), #

    Music notes:

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    Preview of Worship Services

    January June 2009

    1.4.09 Peace is Possible: Taoism

    1.11.09Parables on Failure

    1.18.09 MLK Sermon

    1.25.09 State of the Congregation Address

    2.1.09 Sarah Lezni

    2.8.09 Darwins 200th Birthday on 2.12.09

    2.14.09 Valentines Day

    2.22.09 Based on The Rant~ Interact Theater

    3.1.09 Malika Levy and guest performer

    3.8.09 Womens History (using Holly Near)

    3.15.09 Auction Sermon (Russell and Steven)

    3.22.09 Based on Scorched Wilma Theater (Nowruz)

    3.29.09 Peace is Possible: Hinduism (reading of Ramayana) (Nate off)

    4.5.09 Ekul fo Lepsog Eht (The Gospel of Luke): A Poetic Passion Play

    4.12.09 Easter (honoring Norman & Jim for 20 years of service)4.19.09 Earth Day / Housing

    4.26.09 Music Sunday (Nate off)

    5.3.09 Peace is Possible: Buddhism (also about Laura Towne)

    5.10.09 Mothering the Motherless Child

    5.17.09 The Original Fundamentalists: Us

    5.24.09 Gene Search (Nate off)

    5.31.09 CRE Sunday

    6.7.09 Ethical Eating

    6.14.09 Every Being

    6.21.09 Fathers Day based onLittle Lamb Interact Theater

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    GEE'S BEND

    by Elyzabeth Gregory WilderPlaying October 9 - December 7, 2008

    Arden Theater Company

    Suggested dates to see performance: It's recommended that you take a date or a smallgroup to the Museum in the afternoon, then go to dinner, then see the performance on

    either October 9th, 10th or 11th. Note: the congregational meeting is taking place at

    12:30 pm on the 12th.

    Theater discussion group will discuss play on Thursday, Oct 16th at 7:00 pm. The

    worship service will take place on Sunday, October 19th.

    Note: the following Saturday, October 25th First Church will host the annual Racial

    Justice Conference for the District.

    Summary: Gee's Bend is a celebration of the resilience of the human spirit. The Pettwaywomen of Gee's Bend, Alabama are strong African-Americans. Through segregation,

    family turmoil and the Civil Rights Movement, the women turn to quilting to providecomfort and context to their lives. These quilts, a labor of love and necessity, turn out to

    be valuable works of art. Featuring three strong women and interwoven with gospel

    music, Gee's Bend is a deeply personal story of family, self-discovery and artistic

    expression. This Philadelphia premiere will coincide with the exhibition of Gee's Bend,The Architecture of the Quilt, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art from September 16 -

    December 14.

    THE RANT

    Interact TheaterPlaying January 23 - February 22, 2009

    See performance: Feb 12, 13, 14. Discussion Group will meet on Thursday, Feb 19th at7:00 pm. The worship service will take place on Sunday, Feb 22 (Note: the final show is

    the 22nd at 2pm.)

    Summary: An African-American teenager is fatally shot on his front porch in a crime-ridden neighborhood of New York City. Hysterical and wrought with grief, the boy's

    mother accuses the police of murdering her son. A woman of persian ancestry, whose job

    it is to investigate police misconduct, begins to find contradictions in the stories presentedby both the mother and various eye witnesses, including an African-American policeman

    on the scene. The "men in blue" close ranks around their beleaguered colleague.

    Accusations of racism and sexism poison the investigation, and the audience is led downa rashomon-like journey in which the truth appears to be less and less accessible, while

    the world hurries to form opinions based on uninformed assumption

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    SCORCHED

    by Wajdi Mouawadat the Wilma TheaterPlaying March 4 - March 29

    See performance: March 12, 13, 14. Discussion Group will meet Thur March 19th at7:00 pm. The worship service will take place on Sun, March 22nd as part of the Nowruz

    (Iranian/Lebanese new year holiday).

    Note: Holly Near is performing at the church on Fri March 6th at 8:00 pm and the

    Church Auction will be on Sat, March 21st at 6:00 pm.

    Summary: A tour-de-force epic mystery depicting one woman's moral conviction tointerrupt the cycle of war and revenge, Scorchedis an intensely dramatic play from an

    internationally acclaimed Lebanese-born playwright. After the death of their mother,

    twins Janine and Simon receive a surprising request in her will to deliver letters to a

    father they thought was dead and a brother they never knew existed. These tasks leadthem on a journey to the heart of their mother's war-torn Middle Eastern homeland. In

    the course of their search, they learn about their mother's long-concealed history anduncover shocking secrets about their own origins.

    Little Lamb

    Interact TheaterPlaying June 3 - June 28

    See performance: June 11, 12, 13. Discussion group will meet Thur, June 18th at 7:00pm. The worship service will take place on Father's Day, Sunday, June 21st (also

    Equinox).

    Summary: Little Lamb tells the story of Denny and Jose', a gay couple who want to be

    daddies and decide to adopt. They ask their adoption agent, Cathy, to help them procure

    a baby. Believing the couple would make great parents, Cathy finds Denny and Jose' an

    African-American baby girl from Texas and the happy family begins their new lifetogether. But when Cathy receives an unexpected visit from the birth mother, who has

    strong opinions about the placement of her daughter, Denny and Jose' face the

    unthinkable and Cathy is forced to choose between her progressive values, her African-American heritage and her devout Christian beliefs.

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