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"On Letting Go" | A sermon on Mark 9 with "Ready for a Change"
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"On Letting Go" | A sermon on Mark 9 with "Ready for a Change"
The Rev. Ashley Renée, Union's Deacon-in-Residence, preaches a powerful message on God, us, and letting go into change. And Robert Kelsey and Angela Nelson sing "Ready for a Change." — 00:00 Sermon 19:13 "Ready for a Change" — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"The Transformational Power of Being Seen" | A sermon on John 3:1-21
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"The Transformational Power of Being Seen" | A sermon on John 3:1-21
The Rev. Kyle Walden explores the story of Jesus and Nicodemus in the Gospel of John. Seen by God, we are called into the light of love in the midst of an often dark world. — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"What Matters to Us: Christ's Gospel of Liberation" | Exploring Union's Values
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"What Matters to Us: Christ's Gospel of Liberation" | Exploring Union's Values
The Rev. Dr. Jay Williams concludes our "What Matters to Us" sermon series preaching about Christ's Gospel of Liberation. Indeed, our God loves us into freedom. — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"What Matters to Us: Intersectional Justice" | Exploring Union's Values
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"What Matters to Us: Intersectional Justice" | Exploring Union's Values
The Rev. Dr. Jay Williams continues our "What Matters to Us" sermon series preaching on Intersectional Justice. From the prophet Micah, he reminds us of the importance of our unique identities. — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
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The Rev. Jane Lawrence, Union's Minister of Congregational Care, preaches about Compassionate Service as part of our Values sermon series. Preaching from Galatians 5, she implores us to serve one another in love to transform the world around us. — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"What Matters to Us: Compassionate Service" | Exploring Union's Values
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"What Matters to Us: Compassionate Service" | Exploring Union's Values
The Rev. Nikki Renée continues our "What Matters to Us" sermon series preaching on Racial Equity. From the book of Joshua, we are asked to ponder who our God is and who we are. Together, we answer that all important question: will we serve the Lord? — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"What Matters to Us: Racial Equity" | Exploring Union's Values
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"What Matters to Us: Racial Equity" | Exploring Union's Values
Pastor Solomon continues our "What Matters to Us" sermon series with a sermon on Transformative Worship. Preaching from John 4, Pastor Solomon pushes us to imagine what it means to worship in spirit and in truth. — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.

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September 29, 2024 | Worship at Union Church
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September 29, 2024 | Worship at Union Church
Experience again Worship at Union on the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost with Deacon-in-Residence Ashley Renée preaching "On Letting Go," and incredible music from the Union Ensemble featuring Tonia Drayton, Robert Kelsey, Angela Nelson, and Aric Flemming Jr. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 08:30 Opening Praise + Prayer 21:01 Scripture Reading 25:14 Song of Preparation 32:04 Sermon 51:12 Song of Invitation 55:02 Invitation to Discipleship 57:26 Offering + Offertory 01:03:01 Announcements 01:11:30 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
September 22, 2024 | Worship at Union Church
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September 22, 2024 | Worship at Union Church
Experience again Worship at Union on the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with Discipleship Pastor Kyle Walden preaching on John 3:1-21, vibrant praise and worship, and a prayer for the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 11:04 Opening Praise + Prayer 24:35 Scripture Reading 31:27 Song of Preparation 34:35 Sermon 54:14 Song of Invitation 58:34 Invitation to Discipleship 01:00:02 Offering + Offertory 01:06:18 Announcements 01:11:46 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
September 15, 2024 | Worship at Union Church
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September 15, 2024 | Worship at Union Church
Experience again Worship at Union on the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with Lead Pastor Jay Williams concluding our "What Matters to Us" sermon series, celebrating Holy Communion with Mark Miller's sung liturgy, and incredible music from our Praise Team and soloists. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 12:30 Opening Praise + Prayer 23:30 Litany + Scripture Reading 32:19 Sermon 54:10 Song of Invitation 59:40 Invitation to the Table 01:02:02 Holy Communion (with Mark Miller's sung liturgy) 01:12:47 Offering + Offertory 01:19:24 Announcements 01:24:50 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
September 8, 2024 | Worship at Union
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September 8, 2024 | Worship at Union
Experience again Worship at Union on the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with Lead Pastor Jay Williams continuing our "What Matters to Us" sermon series, celebrating Back to School Sunday, and incredible music from our Praise Team and soloists. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 06:52 Opening Praise + Prayer 18:11 Teach-In: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6iAiDvTVo8 20:20 Back to School Celebration 35:00 Scripture Reading 37:28 Song of Preparation 42:35 Sermon 50:14 Song of Invitation + Invitation to Discipleship 01:17:20 Offering + Offertory 01:24:03 Announcements 01:33:14 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
September 1, 2024 | Worship at Union
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September 1, 2024 | Worship at Union
Experience again Worship at Union on the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with a powerful sermon continuing our "What Matters to Us" series, joyful praise from our Praise Team and soloists, and the celebration of Holy Communion. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 06:15 Opening Praise + Prayer 18:28 Scripture Reading 19:34 Song of Preparation 23:56 Sermon 50:14 Song of Invitation 53:05 Invitation to the Table 56:10 Holy Communion 01:03:57 Offering + Offertory 01:09:29 Announcements 01:16:19 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
August 25, 2024 | Worship at Union
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August 25, 2024 | Worship at Union
Experience again Worship at Union on the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with a powerful sermon continuing our "What Matters to Us" series, and joyful praise from our Praise Team and Ensemble. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 06:36 Opening Praise 16:36 Opening Prayer + Consecration of the Student Houses 25:45 Scripture Reading 28:12 Song of Preparation 32:44 Sermon 51:21 "Lift Every Voice and Sing" 55:58 Invitation to Discipleship 57:08 Offering + Offertory 01:02:51 Announcements 01:10:07 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
August 18, 2024 | Worship at Union
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August 18, 2024 | Worship at Union
Experience again Worship at Union on the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with joyful praise, the continuation of our "What Matters to Us" sermon series, and Holy Communion. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 05:35 Opening Litany 09:04 Opening Praise + Prayer 17:18 Scripture Reading 20:50 Song of Preparation 25:42 Sermon 44:21 Song of Invitation + Invitation to the Table 49:40 Holy Communion 58:45 Offering + Offertory 01:05:52 Announcements 01:08:58 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
August 11, 2024 | Worship at Union
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August 11, 2024 | Worship at Union
Experience again Worship at Union on the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with joyful praise, the start of a new sermon series "What Matters to Us," and the Holy Baptisms of siblings Remi and Rowan Robinson. — 00:00 Gathering + Welcome 04:00 Litany for Baptism 05:59 Opening Praise + Prayer 15:58 Scripture Reading 20:28 Song of Preparation 24:54 Sermon 45:18 Invitation to the Font 49:58 Holy Baptisms of Remi and Rowan Robinson 01:02:02 Offering + Offertory 01:07:33 Announcements 01:18:34 Closing Song + Benediction — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.

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"Joy" (Live) | UnionMusic
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"Joy" (Live) | UnionMusic
The Union Praise Team sings "Joy" by the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir live during Worship at Union Church. Worship with us in Boston every Sunday: https://unionboston.org/sundays. — CREDITS Lead Vocals: Corei Moxey Vocals: Robert Kelsey, Angela Nelson Keys: Willie Jones Bassist: David Buda Percussionist: Fabio Pirozzolo Music Leader: Willie Jones Audio Engineer: Kenzo Divic Video: J.J. Martinez — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"Let Praises Rise" (Live) | Lyrics | UnionMusic
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"Let Praises Rise" (Live) | Lyrics | UnionMusic
The Union Ensemble sings "Let Praises Rise" by Myron Butler and Levi live during Worship at Union Church. Worship with us in Boston every Sunday: https://unionboston.org/sundays. — CREDITS Lead Vocals: Robert Kelsey Vocals: Crystal Collier, Corei Moxey, Angela Nelson, Mara Pollmann Keys: Plamen Karadonev Bassist: David Buda Percussionist: Fabio Pirozzolo Music Leader: Plamen Karadonev Audio Engineer: Kenzo Divic Video: J.J. Martinez — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
"Over My Head" | UnionMusic
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"Over My Head" | UnionMusic
Jessica Johnson sings "Over My Head" by the Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir live during Worship at Union Church. Worship with us in Boston every Sunday: https://unionboston.org/sundays. — CREDITS Lead: Jessica Johnson Keys: Willie Jones Bassist: David Buda Percussionist: Fabio Pirozzolo Music Leader: Willie Jones Audio Engineer: Kenzo Divic Camera Operator: Amalia Whetstone Video: J.J. Martinez — The Union Combined Parish is a multisite United Methodist congregation in Boston committed to love and liberation—historically Black, multicultural, and LGBTQ+ empowering. Learn more about Union at https://unionboston.org. To give to Union's mission of love, justice, and service, go to https://unionboston.org/give.
I Need You to Survive
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I Need You to Survive
"I Need You to Survive" Originally by Hezekiah Walker Performed by Lori Harper, Plamen Karadonev, David Buda, and Fabio Pirozzolo Arranged by Plamen Karadonev Video Production by Robert Kelsey III — — — Union Church is a progressive, multicultural United Methodist faith community in Boston with a 200-year history and commitment to Christian love, social justice, and radical hospitality. For more information about Union Church or online worship visit: http://www.unionboston.org To offer financial support our mission for love, justice, and service: http://www.unionboston.org/give Location: 485 Columbus Avenue Boston, MA 02118
Lift Every Voice and Sing
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Lift Every Voice and Sing
Lift Every Voice and Sing James Weldon Johnson (1900) Singer: Lori Harper Arranged: Plamen Karadonev Video: Robert Kelsey Featuring the Union Virtual Choir – – – – Union Church is a progressive, multicultural United Methodist faith community in Boston with a 200-year history and commitment to Christian love, social justice, and radical hospitality. For more information about Union Church or online worship visit: http://www.unionboston.org To offer financial support our mission for love, justice, and service: http://www.unionboston.org/give Location: 485 Columbus Avenue Boston, MA 02118
Every Time I Feel The Spirit
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Every Time I Feel The Spirit
Singers: Tonia Barlow and Norris Welch Piano and Arrangment: Plamen Karadonev Video and Direction: Robert Kelsey ____ Union Church is a progressive, multicultural United Methodist faith community in Boston with a 200-year history and commitment to Christian love, social justice, and radical hospitality. For more information about Union Church or online worship visit: http://www.unionboston.org To offer financial support our mission for love, justice, and service: http://www.unionboston.org/give Location: 485 Columbus Avenue Boston, MA 02118
O Come, All Ye Faithful
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O Come, All Ye Faithful
O Come, All Ye Faithful – UMH 234 Robert Kelsey — Video Production, Creative Director Plamen Karadonev — Keys, Arrangement, Audio Fabio Pirozzolo — Percussion Sofia Chiarandini — Violin Cleveland Jones — Lead Vocals Angela Nelson, Robert Wyckoff — Vocals And the Union & Friends Choir: Carolyn Frantz, Pastor David Jackson, Scott Lewis, Dr. Anne Gross, Robert Kelsey, Rev. Dr. Sara Garrard, Rev. Dr. Jay Williams, Pastor Nikki Young, Rev. Kyle Walden, Tonia Barlow, Deacon Vivian Waltz, Robert Wyckoff, Norris Welch Union Church is a progressive, multicultural United Methodist faith community in Boston with a 200-year history and commitment to Christian love, social justice, and radical hospitality. For more information about Union Church or online worship visit: http://www.unionboston.org To offer financial support our mission for love, justice, and service: http://www.unionboston.org/give Location: 485 Columbus Avenue Boston, MA 02118
For Your Glory
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For Your Glory
Union Church is a progressive, multicultural United Methodist faith community in Boston with a 200-year history and commitment to Christian love, social justice, and radical hospitality. For more information about Union Church or online worship visit: http://www.unionboston.org To offer financial support our mission for love, justice, and service: http://www.unionboston.org/give Location: 485 Columbus Avenue Boston, MA 02118
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