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SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANYFebruary 16, 2020, 10:00 a.m. Hancock United Church of Christ, Congregational •1912 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA
Photo by Juan Davila on Unsplash
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WELCOME TO HANCOCKWe are delighted that you chose to worship with us today and are strengthened by your participation in our service! We warmly invite you to coffee and refreshments immediately following the 10:00am worship. If you’d like to learn more about our church community and activities, please take the flier hanging in the pew. You may also view the second half of this bulletin for upcoming events and announcements. We encourage you to fill out the fellowship pads found at the ends of each pew. We hope that you feel very much at home here and that you will make Hancock Church your church. If you have any questions, our Welcoming Committee would be happy to help: [email protected].
Child care is available each Sunday. Today, it will begin at 9:30am in the nursery and toddler room. All children and youth are invited to worship with their families and to come forward for the Children’s Gathering.
www.hancockchurch.org
OUR VISION: Inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus, we are changing the world through love, compassion, and courage.
OUR MISSION: In the revolutionary spirit of our Christian faith, we invite you to join us as we
• worship God with all our hearts and minds
• walk our spiritual paths together
• cherish one another
• build community in a diverse world
• protect the earth
• work for the common good
OUR VALUES:
Vision, Mission, and Values
faithfulness inclusion compassion gratitude integrity generosity humility vulnerability courage
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MOMENT FOR REFLECTIONA long time ago, Christian theologians developed a list of seven “deadly sins.” These are actions to which all human beings appeared to be prone, and that were thought to be so destructive when engaged that human life and our very souls were put at risk when we did so. Anger made the list. Anger, that rush of emotion that flows when we don’t get our way, or when our actions are thwarted, or when the thing that seems to be so obvious and right does not come to be. Now the problem with anger is not that we get angry. That happens to us all. The problem with anger comes when we cling to it, nourish it, feed it. Anger cherished does indeed have the power to make us little else than angry, and when we have become our anger, then our souls truly are at risk. This morning we listen as Jesus teaches us about anger, its dangers, and how it may be left behind.
PRELUDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trio Sonata in F major . . . . by Georg Philipp TelemannA Joyful Noyse Allegro / Affettuoso / Presto
WORDS OF WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Shupe
CALL TO WORSHIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David C ClarkOne: Friends, let us be gathered together for worship, giving thanks to God with one voice:
Many: God draws near, enters the sanctuary, yearns to be near us.
One: Let us cast aside our worries and our fears, all anger and despair.
Many: God draws near, enters the sanctuary, yearns to be near us.
One: In confidence and with trust we worship God,
Many: For God’s love for all people is good, and trustworthy and real.
One: God’s love has drawn near...
Many: Thanks be to God!
*OPENING HYMN . . . . . . . Love Divine, All Loves Excelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #404
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD . . . . . . . . David C Clark & Susan Clinkenbeard Matthew 5:21-26
“You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be liable to judgment; and if you insult a brother or sister, you will be liable to the council; and if you say, ‘You fool,’ you will be liable to the hell of fire. So
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when you are offering your gift at the altar, if you remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother or sister, and then come and offer your gift. Come to terms quickly with your accuser while you are on the way to court with him, or your accuser may hand you over to the judge, and the judge to the guard, and you will be thrown into prison. Truly I tell you, you will never get out until you have paid the last penny.
One: This is the Word of God, for the People of God.
Many: Thanks be to God!
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE All Sing:
*PASSING THE PEACE
GATHERING SONG . . . . . . . . . . "Guide My Feet" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . verse 1 & 2
1. Guide my feet, while I run this raceGuide my feet, while I run this race Guide my feet, while I run this race
For I don’t want to run this race in vain.
2. Hold my hand, while I run this race Hold my hand, while I run this race Hold my hand, while I run this race
For I don’t want to run this race in vain.
CHILDREN’S TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David C Clark
ANTHEM . . . . . . 1st aria from Cantata No. 48 - The Deaf Man Cured . . . . by TelemannA Joyful Noyse
Jesus, to magnify thy glory the dumb speak and the deaf hear;Therefore, my heart, praise Thee. Thy splendid praise shall now resound!
PASTORAL PRAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Susan Clinkenbeard
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A TIME OF SILENT PRAYER
THE LORD’S PRAYEROur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
THE SERMON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Anger Trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Shupe
PRAYER OF CONFESSION (responsively)One: For those times, O God, when we have said one thing, and done another,
Many: in your mercy, forgive us, we pray.
One: For those times, O God, when we have lacked the courage of our convictions,
Many: in your mercy, forgive us, we pray.
One: For those times, O God, when we have failed to trust your visions and values, settling for pale imitations of our best selves,
Many: in your mercy, forgive us, we pray.
One: Grant that we may once more be able to trust in your love, in your power, and in our ability to be faithful to you, for when we trust,
Many: we know in our hearts, that we are forgiven, and that your love reigns again.
GATHERING SONG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Who are Thirsty
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GATHERING WORDS (responsively)One: We gather now at the table of Christ, seeking mercy, forgiveness, joy and peace. We remember that this is his table, and so we say,
Many: Come from the north and come from the south, come from the east and come from the west. Come regardless of age or race or sex or creed or orientation or identity.
One: Come not because you must, but because you may.
Many: Come because it is our Lord’s table, and he bids us come.
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE . . . . . . . . . .All Who are Thirsty (see previous page)
WORDS OF INSTITUTION (responsively)One: Friends we gather now just as we are, men and women and children who have heard his call. We are among his disciples this day, and so we remember on the night he was betrayed, Jesus sat at the table with disciples, and when they had eaten…
Many: He took the bread, and blessed and broke it, and he gave it to them, saying to them, “Take and eat. This is my body, broken for you. Eat of this bread as often as you will, and remember me.”
One: After they had shared the bread, he took a cup, and he blessed it, and he gave thanks to God for the gift of the wine, and he poured it out for them and said,
Many: “This is the cup of the new covenant, poured out for you and for many for the forgiveness of sin. Whenever you drink of it, remember me.”
One: These are the gifts of God...
Many: ...for the people of God. Come, let us share the feast!
COMMUNIONTHE BREAD AND CUP ARE SHARED BY INTINCTION
This table is truly open to any and to all who are in need of the gifts of healing and hope, of mercy and peace. Jesus excluded no one, and neither do we! We share the feast by intinction.
When you are ready, leave your seat and come to one of the four serving stations, moving down the center aisles. Take a bit of bread, dip in the cup and eat immediately, then return to your seat via the outside aisles. There are gluten-free wafers available on the communion table, please feel free to serve yourself. If you would prefer not to come forward, simply wait in your place, and when others have been served, raise your hand, and we will gladly bring the bread and cup to you. Even if you have never shared the communion before, you are most welcome to join us this day.
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COMMUNION MUSIC. . . . Selections from Il pastor fido . . . . . . by Nicolas ChédevilleA Joyful Noyse
THE PRAYERS OF BLESSINGOne: Hear us, O God, as we extend our thanks for the bountiful feast that we have shared with others on this Communion Sunday.
all: We give thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us at your table by granting us the presence of Jesus Christ. Strengthen our faith, increase our love for one another, and send us forth into the world in courage and in peace, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit, through Jesus Christ our risen Savior, Amen.
THE MORNING OFFERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kay BarneyThis morning’s offering will be given to the American Medical Resources Foundation. To learn more, visit www.amrf.org. For details on giving by cash, check, or text, see page 9.
OFFERTORY . . 2nd aria from Cantata No. 48 - The Deaf Man Cured . . . . by Telemann A Joyful Noyse
Eager lips, let yourselves be heard joyfully with imploring,With thanking, with teaching! Jesus is calling you, too:
Hephatha (be opened)! The divine grace, ever higher soaring, descendsSweeter than sugar onto praising tongues. Amen! Praised be Jehovah!
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*DOXOLOGY . . . . . . . From North and South and East and West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S-29
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . person
*CLOSING HYMN . . . . . . .O My Soul, Bless Your Redeemer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #70
*BENEDICTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Shupe
POSTLUDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Viste from Suite in F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . by TelemannA Joyful Noyse
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Thanks to those participating with A Joyful Noyse this morning:
Sarah Mitchell - soprano, Barbara Midney - baroque oboe,
Martins Aldins - recorders, Hannah Davidson - harpsichord
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Work for the Common GoodMorning offering
Inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus, we are changing the world through love, compassion, and courage. —Hancock’s Vision Statement Mission Partner of the Week: When you place a cash donation in the offering plate it will go to the Mission Partner of the Week, a select organization doing God’s work in the world. Many are local or regional organizations whom we’ve worked with for years; all are effective organizations making a difference in people’s lives. These donations are passed directly to the organization and are in addition to the donations included in Hancock’s budget.• All undesignated cash offerings go to the Mission Partner of the Week.
• If you write a check, please make it out to Hancock UCC, and note on the memo line “mission” or the name of the organization.
• if you need your cash mission donations tracked by the church office, use a pew envelope and fill out your name and check the “Special Offering” box.
• If you wish to text your gift by using your Smartphone or tablet: text an amount to 781-386-0866 and click the link to enter your credit card information and select “Mission”.
Last week we donated $1440 to Lexington Unites for Puerto Rico. Thank you!
Upcoming Offerings: February 23 - Greater Boston Interfaith Organization
March 1 - Household Goods
March 8: Green Valley/Sahuarita SamaritansSustaining Hancock’s Vision: Gifts are also welcome in the Sunday offering plate for Hancock UCC that supports our staff, our building, community outreach and all of the worship and programs at Hancock.• If you give cash, please use a pew envelope and check the box for “Regular Offering” and
add your name. Contact the church office if you prefer a set of personalized envelopes to have the church track your cash donations.
• If you write a check, please make it out to Hancock UCC and note “Hancock” or “church” on the memo line.
• If you wish to text your gift by using your Smartphone or tablet: text an amount to 781-386-0866 and click the link to enter your credit card information and select “Hancock Church”.
• If you would like to give electronically with either a credit card or from your bank account go online to: www.hancockchurch.org to sign up.
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Build Community in a Diverse World
Join the Jericho Walk this tuesday in Burlington
Join us this Tuesday, February 18 at 1 pm for the monthly, silent Jericho Walk outside of the Burlington ICE facility. This action is a peaceful protest of the administration’s Inhumane immigration policies. We gather on the lawn in front of the facility at 1000 District Ave. and march to Mall Road, walk back and circle the ICE office, and end with readings
and songs. Organized by the Burlington Area Clergy for Justice (you can follow them on Facebook at BAC4J). Meg Weston will meet you there. Questions? Email [email protected]
learn aBout household goods March 1Household Goods of Action provides a full range of donated furniture and household items, free of charge, to help people in need make a home. Join us on Sunday, March 1, in the Pearson Room after the morning service when executive director Sharon Martens will introduce us to Household Goods
and the good work they do. Through a small army of volunteers, the organization serves a wide range of clients, including the recently homeless, veterans, victims of domestic violence, and refugees, totaling more than 2,500 individuals and families each year.
an evening With author Josephine Bolling Mccall
Join City Mission and Old South Church for an evening with author Josephine Bolling McCall on Friday, March 6 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Old South (645 Boylston Street, Boston). Ms. McCall will share the moving story of her father's lynching in 1947 and reveal the scheme to cover up his murder. She will discuss her journey of discovery which challenges our nation to examine and consider the lasting impact of slavery. Her
presentation will be followed by a conversation and signing of her book, "The Penalty for Success: My Father Was Lynched in Lowndes County, Alabama." This event is free and open to the public, but you must RSVP online.
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Build Community in a Diverse World
gBio healthcare caMpaign - in district Meeting on feBruary 25Tuesday, February 25, 2020 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Hancock United Church of Christ, Temple Isaiah and Temple Shir Tikvah will be hosting a GBIO regional meeting with Massachusetts State Representatives on Tuesday, February 25 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington.
Representative Michelle Ciccolo with constituents from Lexington and Woburn. Representative Ken Gordon with constituents from Bedford and Burlington, and Representative Tom Stanley with constituents from Waltham and Lincoln have confirmed their attendance. As you may know GBIO has a strong interest in bringing affordable and accessible healthcare to all of us in Massachusetts and is focusing this legislative year on addressing:
• Lowering the Cost of Prescription Drugs
• Eliminating Out-of-Network Surprise Billing and
• Establishing Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity
We are looking forward to constituents coming together from Lexington and surrounding communities to hear the thoughts of our representatives on important healthcare legislation being considered. We would like to also present some of GBIO's concerns and interests in making real progress with healthcare reform.
To register for the GBIO meeting on February 25, please contact Daryl Battin (e-mail: [email protected] / Phone: 781-862-3338) or Priscilla Thayer (email: [email protected] / Phone: 781-894-9575) with your name, home address (for confidential verification of MA legislative district only) and contact information (email / phone).
save the date! hancock WoMen's retreat May 1-2"I know a lot of fancy words. I tear them from my heart and tongue. Then I pray..." ~ Mary Oliver
Mark your calendar! Hancock's annual Women's Retreat will be held Friday, May 1 through Saturday, May 2 at Miramar Retreat Center in
Duxbury, MA. The retreat will be led by Barbara Callaghan and Genna Beatty, and this year we'll be exploring the theme of prayer and meditation in everyday life.
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Walk our Spiritual Paths TogetherfeBruary 23 Mardi gras celeBration & panccake supper!
On February 23 at 5:00 p.m., join us in Clark Hall for a special Mardi Gras Evening Worship service and pancake supper! We have invited the members of Pilgrim Church to join us for worship and for dinner. Rev. Reebee Girash, the new Minister of Pilgrim UCC, will be the guest preacher for the evening. The River Rock band will pull out the big brass instruments to bring a New Orleans feel to a spirited service, just before Ash Wednesday. This is an
event for all of any age – the young and young in spirit are very welcome! Hope to see you there.
introducing the sunday Morning safety teaM
The Sunday Morning Safety Team was formed last September at the request of the Ministers & Moderators. The Team’s charge is to evaluate Hancock’s current emergency preparedness, gather information from professional sources, and make recommendations that will increase general
safety in the church on Sunday mornings and during other events.
As we move from our research phase to design, we will be working more closely with key groups within the church to create a comprehensive health and safety plan that will increase the church’s agility and organization when quick thinking and action are required. More information will be relayed in the coming months and we welcome your prayers and questions.
Sunday Morning Safety Team, David Clark [email protected]. Ben & CeCe Potter, Tom Battin, Brian Keeping
today’s floWer offering
Today's Chancel flowers are given by Myrtle and Ed Cox with gratitude for 64 years of happy marriage and 59 years membership in Hancock Church.Today's Welcome Table flowers are given by Wim Nijenberg in memory of Caroline Nijenberg.
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Cherish One Another
engage With your church!In support of our Mission to “Cherish One Another,” the Engagement Team would like to learn more about every member and friend of Hancock so that we can help you connect to a deeper level of engagement with your church. As we get to know one another better and accomplish useful tasks together, we cherish each other, our mission, and
our church even more. How will this work? We are asking everyone to let us know what part of Hancock’s Mission resonates most strongly with you, and to commit to serving the church a few hours each year in service of that mission.
Getting started is simple:
Complete the survey: Follow the link in the weekly or scan the QR code at the top to connect to a brief survey to tell us more about what gives you joy. What do you love to do? What have you done at church before that has felt meaningful to you? When are you available to get involved?
We’ll use that information to connect you to a Support Team of like-minded people at Hancock who can use your skills, talents and passion to change the world.
Hold on a second. This sounds like you are asking me to join a committee. I don’t have time and I don’t like meetings! We hear you! Support Teams are made for you! Each of our current church committees has a Leadership Team and a Support Team. Leadership Teams break large goals into smaller tasks and reach out to their Support Team for volunteers to perform the tasks. Tasks will vary in time commitment, but all should be able to be completed in a few hours (or less!). Leadership Teams will advertise these requests to Support Team members. If the task looks like something you can do, you offer to help. You only see the requests from the Teams you have expressed interest in supporting.
Got it. I already know what Support Teams I want to join. Great! go to www.hancockchurch.org/serve/ and choose the types of work for which you are interested in volunteering. If you would like us to help you find ways you can deepen your engagement through vital and essential service to Hancock, complete the survey. A Committee Member will follow up with you to confirm next steps. We thank you for being members and friends of Hancock Church.
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Work for the Common Good
a year of giving aWay the offering
This month marks the one-year anniversary of when we started giving our offering each week to a mission partner or other organization doing God’s work in the world. As a result, thanks to you, we contributed over $63,000 to the following organizations in the last year:
American Medical Research Foundation (AMRF)
Basic Needs USBristol Lodge
Casa MarianellaCity Mission
Concord Prison OutreachGood Shepherd UCC/Green Valley
Samaritans, ArizonaHabitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell
HOMES, Inc.International Institute of New England
Lexington Food PantryLexington Refugee Assistance Program
Lexington Unites for Puerto RicoLGBT Asylum Task Force
Outdoor Church
Place of PromiseRosie's PlaceSharing, Inc.
REACH Beyond Domestic ViolenceRefugee and Immigrant Center
for Education and Legal Services (RAICES), Texas
Rise AboveSustainable Harvest International (SHI)
350.orgUCC Christmas Fund and Veterans
of the CrossUCC Disaster MinistriesUCC Neighbors in Need
UCC One Great Hour of SharingUCC Strengthen the Church
United Teen Equality Center (UTEC), Lowell
Thank you!
hancock’s dollars at Work in the World
On the bulletin board to the left of Paul’s office, we’ve hung a notebook with thank you notes from our mission partners, sharing their appreciation for Hancock’s support and telling stories of the good work you’ve made possible. Please stop by and browse to see what your
generous donations to the offering and to Hancock’s operating budget are accomplishing.
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Sunday, February 169:00am Bible Study with the Preacher9:00am Marting to Glory Ringers9:30am Infant and Toddler Care Available10:00am Morning Worship with Communion10:15am Church School11:00am Fellowship Hour11:15am Hancock Next Small Groups11:15am No Choristers Rehearsal4:00pm No Music Rehearsal5:00pm No Evening Worship7:00pm Hancock Youth Group Hangout7:00pm Hancock Next Small Group
Monday, February 17All Day: HNS is Closed for VacationAll Day: Office is Closed for Presidents' Day11:00am Hancock Bulletin & Weekly Deadline
TueSday, February 18All Day: HNS is Closed for February Vacation10:15am Staff Meeting11:15am Staff Worship Planning7:00pm Hancock Next Small Group
WedneSday, February 19All Day: HNS is Closed for February Vacation7:00pm Carillon
ThurSday, February 20All Day: HNS is Closed for February Vacation6:30pm Scout Troop 1196:30pm Cub Scout Pack Meeting7:00pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal7:30pm Scout Troop 119
Friday, February 21All Day: HNS is Closed for February Vacation9:30am Morning Glory Ringers6:30pm JYO (6th-8th Grade) Night
SaTurday, February 228:00am AA Study Group9:00am Chaplains on the Way Retreat10:00am AA Meeting in Dining Room3:00pm Plaster Posaunes Brass Group
Sunday, February 239:00am Bible Study with the Preacher9:00am NO Marting to Glory Ringers9:30am Infant and Toddler Care Available9:40am Prayers with the Choir10:00am Morning Worship10:00am Church School11:00am Fellowship Hour11:15am No Choristers Rehearsal1:00pm A Joyful Noyse Rehearsal4:00pm Music Rehearsal5:00pm Evening Worship7:00pm Hancock Youth Group
The Week Ahead
We welcome all who seek to know God.
We believe that, although we are many members, we are one body in Christ.
We have been called as well as challenged by God to respect and reconcile our differences.
We recognize and love each individual as a child of God.
We welcome, respect, support, and lovingly encourage people of every race, ethnicity, creed, class, gender, sexual orientation, age, and physical and mental
ability to join us on our journey of faith.
The faith journey indeed calls Hancock Members not to be silent in the face of prejudice, injustice, and exclusion, but to express our faith, in word and deed,
for justice and inclusiveness for all humanity.
As Paul wrote in Galatians, “In Christ there is no longer Jew or Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for all are one...”
Hancock Covenant of Welcome
Paul Shupe Senior Minister [email protected]
Barbara Callaghan Minister [email protected]
David C Clark Minister of Children and Families [email protected]
Susan Clinkenbeard Congregational Care Coordinator [email protected]
Genna BeattyMinister of Youth and Young Adults
Mark Morgan Director of Music
Marilyn Becker Associate Director of Music
Kathryn Dominguez Church Administrator
www.hancockchurch.org
Church Office Phone: (781) 862-4220Hancock Community Prayer: (781) 862-6845Church Office Hours: M-Th 9:00-3:00, F 1:00-4:00 p.m.
For Emergency Pastoral Support: Paul: (781) 698-8953 | Barbara: (336) 558-1242
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