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SUMMARY:The 55th Season of Black Nativity
DESCRIPTION:Black Nativity welcomes ALL people\, far and wide\, into our circle of light. This is the Nativity story told through the lens of the African American experience\, but its message belongs to everyone who has ever needed hope\, ever sought home\, ever dreamed of a world where love wins. For 55 years\, we have been a gathering place where differences dissolve and humanity unites under the universal language of joy\, resilience\, and peace. \nBlack Nativity tells the story of the birth of the Christ Child from the point of view of Black Americans in the early twentieth century. Amid the hilly streets of Bethlehem\, a hotel with butlers and maids is set and filled with gospel music and gossipy chatter. In it the Holy Family find themselves surrounded by ordinary folk\nwho welcome their message and sing it with joy. Though based on New Testament gospels\, we offer the story as a testament to the joy of new births and to the hope that fills persons of “good will” from all traditions. Our message is one of transformation and spiritual uplift. \nInspired by Langston Hughes’ 1963 original production\, Boston’s Black Nativity retains the artistic direction of NCAAA Founder Elma Lewis; Director of Drama\, Vernon Blackman; Choreographer\, George Howard; and legendary Nigerian master percussionist\, Michael Babatunde Olatunji. The show’s music is set to the musical arrangements and adaptations of NCAAA Founding Music Director\, John Andrew Ross. \nOur 55th Anniversary Season features:\n75+ Voices Rising as One – Children and adults unite in glorious gospel harmonies that will move your spirit and stir your soul.\nThe Pulse of African Drums – Experience the dramatic pas de deux birth scene that happens live before your eyes\, propelled by the ancient rhythms that connect us all.\nA Living Legacy – Witness the continuation of artistic mastery passed down through generations\, from Elma Lewis to today’s visionary artists.\nFresh Energy\, Timeless Message – Gospel\, jazz\, and even hints of Hip-Hop breathe new life into this eternal story of hope.\n“Black Nativity is Boston’s Black community’s holiday card to the world” – a gift of transformation and spiritual uplift that has touched hundreds of thousands of lives across five and a half decades. \nDecember 5–21\, 2025\nThursdays: 7:30 pm\nFridays: 8:00 pm\nSaturdays: 2:30 & 7:30 pm\nSundays: 3:30 pm \n\nASL Interpreted Performances\nFriday\, December 5th — 8:00 PM\nSaturday\, December 13th — 2:30 PM\nSunday\, December 21st — 3:00 PM \n\nRobert J. Orchard Stage\nEmerson Paramount Center\n559 Washington Street\, Boston 02111
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/the-55th-season-of-black-nativity/
LOCATION:Emerson Paramount Center\, 559 Washington Street\, Boston\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,Community Outreach,Featured,Prayer,Social
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SUMMARY:Ebenezer Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:New Life Fine Arts’ spiritually uplifting musical adaptation of the 1843 Charles Dickens’ classic tells the story of the tight-fisted curmudgeon\, Ebenezer Scrooge\, and his personal transformation as he is supernaturally confronted with the haunting truth of his wounded past\, his spiritually impoverished present and his woeful future. \n“Ebenezer Scrooge: A Christmas Carol” is directed by Concord composer\, David MacAdam who wrote the adaptation while living in England\, where it was first produced in 1984. \nFor over 25 years\, thousands of NLFA patrons have been given an inspirational glimpse into the true meaning of Christmas and are encouraged to spread their holiday cheer throughout the year. \n“I have always thought of Christmas time\, when it has come round\n— apart from the veneration due to its sacred name and origin\,\nif anything belonging to it can be apart from that —\nas a good time;” \n– Fred\, Scrooge’s nephew in Charles Dickens\, “A Christmas Carol”
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/ebenezer-scrooge-a-christmas-carol-4/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Groton Dunstable Performing Arts Center\, 344 Main St.\, Groton\, MA\, 01450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,College Students,Featured,Social
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SUMMARY:Performing Shalom: A Choir Project
DESCRIPTION:A Cross-Denominational and Cultural Choral Project\nGod’s purpose in Christ is “to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.” (Eph 1:10) Join us for an experience of Christian unity through choral singing that is cross-denominational and cross-cultural. \nThrough choral music\, we experience unity in diversity. From Greek Orthodox liturgy music to African-American spirituals and Gospel music\, church music of South Korea\, Hispanic sacred choral music\, and African folk hymns\, we explore the richness and diverse unity of global Christian worship. Singing together teaches us empathy\, connection\, and a deeper understanding of God’s image in all people. \nWho Can Join:\nAll Christians welcome\, regardless of musical experience. Whether you’ve never sung in public or have decades of experience\, we provide resources to help you learn and participate with joy. \nRehearsals & Concert: \n\nRehearsals:2/9 (Wenham location only)\, 2/16 (Boston location only)\, 2/23\, 3/2\, 3/16\, 3/23\, 3/30\, 4/6\, and 4/13\, Mondays in Spring 2026 from 7-9 PM (It is okay if you cannot make\nit to all rehearsals!)\nDress Rehearsal: Sunday\, 4/19\, 3–5:30 PM\nConcert: Sunday\, 4/19\, 7 PM at Gordon College\, Wenham\, MA\nTwo rehearsal locations: we offer two rehearsal locations so you can choose to attend  whichever is easier for you\n\nNorthshore Location: Phillips Recital Hall\, Gordon College (Address: 255 Grapevine Rd\, Wenham\, MA 01984)\n\nParking is available around the campus\n\n\nCity Location: Second Church Meeting House in Dorchester (Address: 44 Moultrie St\, Dorchester Center\, MA 02124)\n\nA few parking spaces are available\n7-8 min walk from the Shawmut Station on MBTA Red Line or the Talbot Ave Commuter Rail Station\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us:\nExperience the joy of singing\, the beauty of diverse cultures\, and the power of unity in Christ. \nIf you have any questions\, please email to minji.kim@gordon.edu and/or debrah.hernandez@gordon.edu \nFor More Information or to register\, please scan the QR code or follow this link.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/performing-shalom-a-choir-project/
LOCATION:Second Church in Dorchester\, 44 Moultrie St\, Codman Square\, Dorchester\, MA 02124\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Worship
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SUMMARY:The Angels That Christmas Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Story is retold by author Jacqueline Johnson in the book\, The Angels That Christmas. Join us for the book launch event at the Chatham Wayside Inn on Cape Cod and enjoy chocolate chip and macadamia nut cookies with hot chocolate\, shared with friends and family. Cozy-up while listening to the story in different languages from Papa Bear\, Mama Bear\, and more: plus\, live Christmas music and dancing. \nSneak Peek – Back Cover: The Holy Son of God was on His way to Earth\, and angelic beings were given charge of the magnificent birth. Full of stars  and lights and heavenly song\, it was a spectacular gift from the heavenly throng. \nTo Bethlehem His parents traveled\, across the distant miles\, to a stable that was hidden far away from human eyes. Not a cave\, a lowly manger\, or a humble shed; the room was filled with angels\, clouds\, and lights instead. When all was still and the world was asleep\, the angels delivered the baby in a place transformed with peace. Then carols were sung and more lights displayed\, for that first Holy Christmas was here to stay. Merry Christmas!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/the-angels-that-christmas-book-launch/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Chatham Wayside Inn\, 512 Main Street\, Chatham\, 02633\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,Featured
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SUMMARY:Las Posadas: An Advent Procession of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Las Posadas para Los Inmigrantes de Massachusetts\nAn Advent Procession of Hope and Hospitality\n“Say to those who are of a fearful heart\, ‘Be strong! Do not fear! Here is your God!’” — Isaiah 35:4 \nThis Advent\, churches across Massachusetts will gather for Las Posadas para Los Inmigrantes de Massachusetts\, a vibrant\, bilingual celebration that lifts up the hope of the Holy Family’s journey and honors immigrant communities throughout the Commonwealth. \nLas Posadas is a traditional Mexican prayer processional commemorating Mary and Joseph’s search for room at the inn. Many Caribbean\, Central American\, and South American Christian traditions also celebrate similar processions\, and all are warmly invited to join this joyful expression of shared faith and solidarity. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Friday\, December 19\, 2025⏰ Processional begins at 6:00 PM • Festival Celebration at 7:30 PM📍 Start: Copley Plaza\, Boston • End: Cathedral Church of St. Paul (138 Tremont St.) \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nA bilingual (English–Spanish) Advent prayer processional \n\n\nSinging\, Scripture\, and community liturgy \n\n\nA walk from Copley Plaza to the Cathedral Church of St. Paul \n\n\nA festival celebration featuring food\, music\, and a piñata \n\n\nFamily-friendly fun — wear your halos\, angel wings\, and Holy Family costumes! \n\n\nLas Posadas is a reminder that when we share\, there is room enough for all. This event supports the Massachusetts Council of Churches’ ministry with immigrant churches across the state.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/las-posadas-an-advent-procession-of-hope/
LOCATION:Copley Plaza
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Other
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SUMMARY:Blue Christmas aka The Longest Night
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to our Blue Christmas service aka “The Longest Night” service – a quiet\, reflective gathering for anyone carrying grief\, illness\, caregiving stress\, loneliness\, or holiday overwhelm. It’s a space where people can pause\, breathe\, and find companionship during a season that can feel heavy in different ways.\n\n\n\nThe service will include music\, scripture\, prayer\, and personal stories of grief\, healing\, and hope—followed by a moment of remembrance and shared candle lighting\, offering comfort and connection for all who attend.\n\n\nAlthough Matthew 11:28 isn’t a classic Christmas text\, its message speaks powerfully into this season: ‘Come to me\, all you who are weary and burdened\, and I will give you rest.’ On December 21st we will hold space for that invitation—to bring our burdens to Jesus and allow Him to meet us in our sorrow and our longing.\n\n\n\nSunday\, December 21\, 2025 — 7:00 p.m.\nFirst Congregational Church of Rowley\n\nHosted by Community Conversations in partnership with the Missions Committee of First Church Rowley\n\n\n\nAll are welcome. You don’t have to navigate this season alone. Come as you are. (Please feel free to share!)
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/blue-christmas-aka-the-longest-night/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Rowley\, 175 Main Street\, Rowley\, 01969\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Prayer,Worship
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