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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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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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