Harvard-Epworth
United Methodist Church
At the crossroads of the world's culture and faiths, Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church has been in ministry in Harvard Square for over a century. We strive to provide an inclusive Christian witness to the city and university. We participate in the Reconciling Ministries Network, and welcome all people, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, or financial condition.
Opportunities to Get Involved
Pennies for Peace: We are taking a collection for this nonprofit that strives to increase literacy, especially among girls, in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Donations can be placed in the container near the Vestry's entrance.
Donate Now to Support Ministry in Zimbabwe: UM health facilities there remain open despite the country's health and economic crises. You can support their efforts to treat persons with cholera by donating here.
Meditation & Prayer by Phone: Join us by phone every Weds. morning for mediation and prayer. The call begins at 6:45 a.m. and concludes at 7 a.m. To join the call, dial 712-432-1960 and enter code 658031#.
Liturgical Dance: Our pastoral intern Carolyn F. is looking for people to help plan and present a liturgical dance to be performed on Easter Sunday. Planning meetings begin in January. Contact Carolyn during Coffee Hour for more details.
Music Ministries: Chancel Choir rehearsals meets on Sundays at 9 a.m. in the Library.
Children's Ministry: We are looking for a few more Sunday School teachers and adults to lead Children's Church. Please contact the front office to get in touch with Mandy T.
Graphic Design Needs: We are looking for someone to help design and create flyers for our upcoming events and programs.
Here are some books that help to address the issue of homosexuality and Christian faith:
Walter Wink, ed., Homosexuality and Christian Faith
Robert L. Brawley, ed., Biblical Ethics & Homosexuality: Listening to Scripture
Peter Gomes, The Good Book
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Sunday, June 27, 2009
One Service at 10 a.m.
Please note, we are now on our summer schedule (one worship service at 10 a.m.).
This Sunday's readings are Psalm 130, II Corinthians 8:7-15, and Mark 5:24b-34. Scott Campbell will be preaching, "Balance."
Thank you to all who participated in our Christian Education hour. All education classes for children and adults are now over. Classes will resume in September.
Upcoming Events
Sun., 6/28: Monthly H-E Community Lunch, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Weds., 7/1: Taize Worship Service, 6 p.m.
Tues., 7/7: Women's Group Potluck, 6:45 p.m.
Sun., 8/2: Annual "Potluck in the Park" Picnic on Cambridge Common, 11:30 a.m.
Weds., 8/5: Taize Worship Service, 6 p.m.
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Date: Sept. 12, 2008