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Second Sunday after pentecoStJune 6, 2021, 10:00 a.m. Hancock united church of christ, congregational •1912 Massachusetts avenue, Lexington, Ma
Pyramid in Giza by Hossam M. Omar from 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! While we are sad that we cannot see you face-to-face this week, we are blessed to still be able to worship in a meaningful way. In these next few weeks, we will be having our worship televised and livestreamed via youtube.com/hancockchurch.
In these times, community is more important than ever. Because of this, we invite you all to share your ideas of how best to feel spiritually fulfilled in these times of limited interaction. You can send any thoughts to Hancock Church at 781-862-4220 or email us at [email protected]
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 REFLECTIONWelcome to the worship of God on this beautiful day that God has made. Today we ask the question, “What is the kingdom of God?” What did this phrase mean in the ancient world, and how can we understand the spirit of its meaning today? Perhaps you have heard your ministers at times refer to the kin-dom of God rather than the more traditional phrase. The term
“kingdom of God” was a subversive idea in its time because the kingdom of Caesar was the only lawful (aka legitimate) realm. The kingdom of God therefore upheld values that were in direct opposition to those of the kingdom of Caesar. The true spirit of this is now often misunderstood, and so we now can learn from liberationist interpretations of scripture to help live into the ethos of the kin-dom of God in our time. We also celebrate the deep kinship we know between one another in God as we share communion this morning. Welcome to worship!
PRELUDE . . . . . Liebster Jesu, Wir Sind Hier (Dearest Jesus, We are Here) . . . . . . J. S. BachMarilyn Becker
WORDS OF WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Callaghan
OPENING HYMN . . . . . . . . The God of Abraham Praise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #2The God of Abraham praise, all praise the eternal name,Who was and is, and is to be, for aye the same!Our God, the great I AM, ere aught that now appears;The First, the Last: beyond all thought, through timeless years!
God’s spirit floweth free, high surging where it will;In prophet’s word God spoke of old and speaketh still.Established is God’s law, and changless it shall stand,Deep writ upon the human heart, on sea or land.
We have eternal life implanted in our soul,God’s love shall be our strength and stay, while ages roll.Praise to the living God! All praise the eternal name,Who was, and is, and is to be for aye the same!
Service of Worship
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PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara CallaghanMatthew 6:33
But strive first for the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Luke 12:32-34
‘Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell your possessions, and give alms. Make purses for yourselves that do not wear out, an unfailing treasure in heaven, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Matthew 6:9-13
‘Pray then in this way:Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.And do not bring us to the time of trial, but rescue us from the evil one.
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . God Is Still Speaking
GATHERING SONG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gather ‘Round
CHILDREN’S TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bridget Kinahan
THE MORNING OFFERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Susan FoleyThis week’s offering is being donated to Lexington Food Pantry. For more information, visit www.lexingtonfoodpantry.org. For information on giving, see page 7.
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OFFERTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . With a Voice of Singing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Martin ShawChancel Choir
With a voice of singing declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia!Utter it even unto the ends of the earth. The Lord hath delivered His people, Alleluia!O be joyful in God, all ye lands.O sing praises to the honor of His name, make His praise to be glorious.With a voice of singing, declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia!
PRAYER OF DEDICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Callaghan
DOXOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .From North and South and East and West
PASTORAL PRAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bridget Kinahan
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 Kin-dom of God . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Callaghan
celebration of communionGATHERING WORDS (responsively) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bridget Kinahan
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, 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. Come not because you must, but because you may.
Many: Come because it is our Lord’s table, and he bids us come.
WORDS OF INSTITUTION (RESPONSIvELY)One: We remember that on the night He was betrayed, Jesus sat at table with His disciples, and when they had eaten, He took the bread, and He blessed it and broke it, and He gave it to them saying,
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Many: “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, 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!
COMMUNION
COMMUNION MUSIC . . . . . .Prayer of St Patrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark SchweizerChancel Choir
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,Christ in hearts of all that love me,Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.
Christ be with me, Christ within me,Christ behind me, Christ before me,Christ beside me, Christ to win me,Christ to comfort and restore me.
PRAYER OF THANKSGIvING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bridget Kinahan
CLOSING HYMN . . . . . .Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise . #12, Arr. by Eric Thiman
BENEDICTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Callaghan
BENEDICTION RESPONSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . God Be With You Til We Meet Again Chancel Choir
PASSING THE PEACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bridget Kinahan
POSTLUDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. KlemmMarilyn Becker, organ
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Walk our Spiritual paths togetherMorning offering
Each week at Hancock we accept an offering of gifts for two purposes:
Mission Partner of the Week: Each Sunday we accept gifts for one of our mission partners, 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.
Sustaining Hancock’s Vision: Gifts are also welcome in the Sunday offering plate for Hancock Church that supports our staff, our building, community outreach and all of the worship and programs at Hancock.
You may make a gift for either in one of three ways:
• Through our website. Go to www.hancockchurch.org, click on the Give button in the upper right, and follow the instructions to make a gift by credit or debit card or ACH bank transfer. Be sure to indicate in the dropdown menu whether the gift is for “Mission Partner” or
“Hancock Church.”
• Send a check. Make it payable to Hancock UCC, and note on the memo line either “Mission Partner” or “Hancock.” Our address is 1912 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington MA 02421.
• Text to give. From your smart phone or tablet, text the dollar amount along with "Mission" or “Hancock” to 781-386-0866 and tap the link to enter your credit card information.
Upcoming offerings: June 13: Rev. June R. Cooper Justice Center at City Mission June 20: Rise Above
Mission Update: May 23: Bristol Lodge $620
Today’s flower offering
The flowers in the chancel this morning are given in loving memory
of Yvette’s parents, Denise and John Sheahan, from the Kirby family.
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Walk our Spiritual paths togetherJoin Us for Virtual Coffee Hour Following Morning Worship!
Please click on this Zoom meeting link to join us immediately following Morning Worship for virtual coffee hour! Here's how to participate...
To join by video:
• Download the Zoom app on your phone, tablet, or computer that you will use for the conference. A non-handheld device is best.
• Click "Join a meeting." Then enter the Meeting ID Number: 835-957-432, followed by your name.
• Select "Join with Computer Audio." A picture will appear if your camera is enabled. Use your device settings to enable the camera if there is no picture.
To join by phone:
Dial 646-558-8656. When prompted, enter the Meeting ID Number, 835-957-432, followed by #.
lasT evening worship for The suMMer Today
Bridget Kinahan preaches on 2 Cor 4:13-5:1
If you are interested in a more personal, interactive service, consider attending our evening worship via zoom. Our last gathering for the summer is June 6 at 4:00pm. Our service features an extended time for prayers, and live music from our Director of Music, Mark Morgan. You can join us by clicking the link HERE and enter passcode: 931989.
To join by video:
• Download the Zoom app on your phone, tablet, or computer that you will use for the conference. A non-handheld device is best.
• Click "Join a meeting." Then enter the Meeting ID Number: 817 7612 6482, followed by your name. It will ask you for a passcode: 931989.
• Select "Join with Computer Audio." A picture will appear if your camera is enabled. Use your device settings to enable the camera if there is no picture.
To join by phone:
Dial 646-558-8656. When prompted, enter the Meeting ID Number, 817 7612 6482, followed by Passcode: 931989.
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Walk our Spiritual paths togetherannual MeeTing sunday, June 13th, afTer ChurCh!
Please join us for Hancock’s Annual Meeting on June 13, 2021, following our worship service. The meeting will be held via Zoom, and with any luck be our last fully remote meeting of the congregation. We’ll be voting on a budget for the Fiscal Year July 2021 – June 2022 and approving the Nominating Slate presented by the Engagement team. And, we’ll be celebrating 50 year members and hearing a live presentation from our Historian Sue Rockwell! This meeting is one you won’t want to miss, and since we need 75 members for a quorum, please be sure to attend!
The Annual Meeting Warrant containing the Zoom link is below.
Warrant for Annual MeetingHancock United Church of Christ, Congregational
Annual Meeting on June 13, 2021 All members of the congregation are asked to attend the Annual Meeting to be held June 13, 2021, immediately after worship at 11:00 AM over Zoom to consider and act upon the following: Article I To receive the report of the Officers responsible to the Membership Article II To hear the report of the Engagement Team and election of officers and committee members Article III To review and approve an annual budget recommended by the Standing Committee Article IV To conduct additional business that might be brought properly before the Annual Meeting
Here is the link to join the ANNUAL MEETING, passcode: 161418
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cherish one anothersenior soCial on June 7th
You are invited to Hancock's Senior Social on Monday, June 7th from 1:00 - 2:00pm. We will be meeting by Zoom, which is available by both computer and telephone.
To join by video:
• If you have not already done so, download the Zoom app on your phone, tablet, or computer that you will use for the conference. A non-handheld device is best.
• Click the meeting link found in the HANCOCK WEEKLY. You may also join the meeting and use the meeting ID and passcode below to join! To help us maintain our security on Zoom, please enter your first and last name.
• Select "Join with Computer Audio." A picture will appear if your camera is enabled. Use your device settings to enable the camera if there is no picture.
To join by telephone:• Dial 1-646-558-8656.• Meeting ID: 837 6262 2152; Passcode: 541626• Wait for admittance into the meeting. You will be automatically muted. To unmute
yourself, press *6.
June 7th virTual lisTening CaMpaign updaTe
Two months ago the 60 institutions of GBIO leaned into God’s promise that Greater Boston could be a community where we could all thrive. We committed to hosting deep listening sessions in order to build a common agenda, cultivate new leaders and gear up for action! Hancock held numerous sessions to provide input into the overall process.
Now on June 7th there will be a presentation of the 8 broad themes that could be focus of GBIO’s efforts for the next years. Come hear the top issues across GBIO’s 60 institutions so we can start shaping our platform!
Monday, June 7th, 6:30 to 8:00 PMRegister to receive Zoom link:
GBIO June 7 linkQuestions? Call or email Jim or Wendy:
Jim Weston | [email protected] | (617) 645-0658
Wendy Tanahasi-Works | [email protected] | (617) 549-8832
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cherish one anotherleTTer froM BridgeT Kinahan
Hello Hancock community!
My name is Bridget Kinahan and I am spending this summer learning from you as a student minister. I am writing to let you know that I identify as nonbinary and use they/them/theirs pronouns. Feel free to ask me questions about what this means, and if anything feels too invasive I will respectfully let you know! I recognize that this may be a new concept for some of you, so please know that I am patient and will not be offended if you struggle with using my pronouns. I have included some helpful articles below that briefly introduce what being nonbinary means, and how to use they/them/theirs pronouns. Thank you for reading, and I can't wait to get to know you and learn from your vibrant community this summer!
Introduction to nonbinary gender identity: https://transequality.org/issues/resources/understanding-non-binary-people-how-to-be-respectful-and-supportive
Introduction to they/them/theirs pronouns: https://www.mypronouns.org/they-them
Peace,
Bridget Kinahan
seeKing volunTeers for our flower MinisTry
The Flower ministry is one of Hancock's most beloved traditions! One church member delivers flowers to another to brighten their day. We are seeking flower delivery volunteers for the summer. This would involve coming to the church on Thursday to pick up the worship flowers, then delivering them to either one or two recipients (you do not have to deliver them the same day). The flowers will already be ready to go in vases, so very little rearranging will be necessary. If we can get 11 volunteers, that would cover the flowers until September. If you're interested in delivering flowers, please contact Jane, [email protected], and she can provide more details.
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cherish one anotherMessage froM senior MinisTer BarBara Callaghan
Dear Hancock family,
Happy (almost) summer! I hope you and yours are enjoying longer days and more sunshine. Here at the church the staff are enjoying being together again. Now that we are all vaccinated, and are healthy enough to be together in person, for the first time since March of 2020, it really does feel like we are beginning to emerge. We hope that those who are comfortable will join us for in person outdoor worship on
Sunday mornings beginning June 20th at 10 am. We will of course still be offering our virtual worship simultaneously at 10 am as well.
The next two Sundays, June 6 and 13, you will notice that more people will join us in the sanctuary for our virtual worship experience. This Sunday, the choir will sing live and in real time in worship for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic. They will wear masks while they sing. The following Sunday we will gladly welcome the choir, as well as the bell ringers, into the sanctuary for our annual bell Sunday. Both the choir and the bell ringers will be masked while in the sanctuary. We are grateful for the leadership of Mark and Marilyn who are helping us navigate how to resume making music together as safely as possible as we continue to move forward. We are also grateful to the bells and the choir for their hard work, and for being willing to try new things during this most unusual time. We are excited that they will be in person with us for worship soon!
We will also hold a memorial service for Peggy Bicknell on Wednesday June 16th in the sanctuary. Our Covid protocols have evolved to reflect the current realities of the virus, but we will still require masks and only one singer is currently permitted to sing. Peggy’s memorial service will air on our YouTube channel at 7PM on Wednesday June 16th. More information about this will be shared closer to the date.
We will continue to keep you apprised of all that is happening in the building, especially as much has changed quite quickly. Please reach out to me, or our moderators, Joan Rutila and David Zenk, with any questions.
Grace & Peace,
Barbara
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Work for the common GoodvoTer suppression presenTaTion June 20
sponsored by the Anti-Racism Steering Team
Join us on Sunday, June 20, for an after-church Zoom presentation on Voter Suppression by Professor Rachael Cobb, Associate Professor & Chair of Political Science & Legal Studies at Suffolk University (and a Lexington resident). She will talk about what voter suppression is, why it's become such an issue of concern right now (especially for its potential to disenfranchise targeted groups, in particular, persons of color), and what we at Hancock (individually and as a group) can do to help address this immediate threat to our democracy. This is part of a developing program of events offered by the Anti-Racism Team. Mark your calendars now; Zoom link to follow.
lexrap’s hand-in-hand CarryouT Cafe!
If you attended one of the Hand-in-Hand Dinners at Hancock or at First Parish Church in 2019-2020, there's an opportunity to eat these great foods in the comfort of your own home. This work supports Hancock's mission partner community, LexRAP, by paying for their culinary skills and efforts.
Sponsored by LexRAP with support from First Parish Church of Lexington, the same delicious foods from the same wonderful cooks are now offered for carry-out pickups every other Thursday (Last date: 6/17) between 5:30PM and 6:15PM at the east (side) entrance of the historic First Parish Church 7 Harrington Road, Lexington, 02421. All dinners include an entrée, fatoush salad/dressing, hummus, rice, and dessert.
Details about ordering and pick up are available at LexRAP.org.
sKills needed - huMan resourCes and finanCe
Our Human Resources and Finance Committees are seeking occasional help from members with training and skills in Human Resources and Finance.
If you have training and skills in these areas and are wiling to share your knowledge on an occasional basis, please email the Engagement Team at Engagement.Team@ HancockChurch.org.
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Worship God With all our Hearts and MindsBuilding hoMes one nail aT a TiMe
Have you missed building homes with Habitat for Humanity or Fuller Housing Center during the last year? Now is you chance to help out. The Blitz Home Builders is having a build in Helena, Montana from September 16 to 24, go to www.BlitzHomeBuilders.org to get more information and/or register.
The Fuller Housing Center is having a build in West Point, Georgia from October 4 to 8, go to www.FullerCenter.org to get more information and/or register.
If traveling isn’t quite your thing, then Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell is starting a new home in Concord, Massachusetts and would love to have members of Hancock UCC join them during the months of July and August. Contact Scott Martin at [email protected] for more information.
wanT To help aT The inTerfaiTh garden?Hancock has been asked to send 2 volunteers twice in June to help at the Interfaith Garden. Don’t worry about having tons of garden experience. We are blessed with Carla, our “head farmer”, who patiently shares decades of her experience. And this Garden is conveniently located right across from the
Lexington Green and Hancock!
Really, it is all about being willing to get your hands dirty, knowing that you are part of a community project growing fresh produce for the Lexington Food Pantry. We currently ask all volunteers to wear well-fitting masks.
Hancock is next scheduled:
Tuesday, 6/29, 4:30 to 6:00pm
If you are interested and available, follow THIS LINK HERE to sign up online. Questions? Contact Amy Swanson [email protected]
leT us Know your June CeleBraTions
On Sunday, June 27, we will celebrate birthdays and anniversaries that have taken place during the month of June. To have your special day remembered, please fill out THIS CELEBRATIONS FORM or email Zack at [email protected]. Thank you!
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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
Barbara Callaghan (she/her) Senior Minister [email protected]
Bridget Kinahan (they/them) Summer Intern [email protected]
Genna Beatty (she/her)Minister of Youth and Young [email protected]
Mark Morgan (he/him) Director of Music
Marilyn Becker (she/her) Associate Director of Music
Suzie Barry (she/her) Director of Operations
www.hancockchurch.org
Church Office Phone: (781) 862-4220Church Email: [email protected]
For Emergency Pastoral Support: Barbara: (336) 558-1242 // Genna: (570) 505-2196
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