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DIETRICH BONHOEFFER: A Theological Conversation on his Life and Legacy

The Huffington Ecumenical Institute at HCHC is excited to invite you to an intimate discussion on the movie about Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s influential life, writing, and legacy, which was recently spotlighted in theaters across America. An ecumenical array of Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and Protestant speakers—clergy and theologians—will lead a conversation on ethical dilemmas related to faith and politics, as well as justice and war. Emmanuel and Camille Kampouris, the producers of the movie “Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Spy, Assassin” will join us via Zoom!

Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Spy, Assassin
“Synopsis of the movie. As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation during World War II, Dietrich Bonhoeffer finds himself at the heart of a daring and deadly plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler. Torn between his unwavering moral convictions and the harrowing reality of genocide, Bonhoeffer faces a profound decision: uphold his faith or risk everything to save millions of lives.”

Speakers:

  • His Eminence Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh
  • Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Kruger, Associate Professor of the Practice, Theology Department, Boston College
  • Jane Carol Redmont, MDiv, PhD(cand) Co-Chair, Bishop’s Commission for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations (BCEIR), Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts

The event is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Council of Churches.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
Time: Reception at 6.30 pm
Discussion at 7.00–8.30 pm

Whether you’ve seen the film or are encountering this story for the first time, join us for a meaningful exploration of Bonhoeffer’s inspirational life and enduring legacy.
RSVP by Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at hei@hchc.edu.

Christmas Lessons & Carols

Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church‘s Christmas Lessons & Carols (not the same as Advent Lessons Carols) will please serious music lovers!

Some of the music sung by our choir of both adults and children, with instrumental accompaniment: John Rutter’s “Christ is the Morning Star”; Hubert Parry’s “Welcome, Yule!”; James MacMillan’s “O Radiant Dawn”; Otto Goldschmidt’s “A Tender Shoot”; William Billings’ “A Virgin Unspotted”; Francis Poulenc’s “Hodie Christus Natus Est”; Peter Warlock’s “Bethlehem Down”; John Carter’s “A Rejoicing”; and John Gardner’s “A Gallery Carol”.

The congregation will join in singing hymns accompanied by brass and organ. The nine Scripture lessons will be read by parishioners and clergy. All are welcome to join the festive reception which follows!

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The Byzantine Choral Inheritance by Cappella Romana

Made possible by generous support from The Saint John of Damascus Society and a grant from Cambridge Arts, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency, and The Saint John of Damascus Society at First Church in Cambridge, Cambridge MA

Vocal Ensemble Cappella Romana presents THE BYZANTINE CHORAL INHERITANCE with rarely heard music from the historic traditions of Byzantium and new works inspired by them.

Music Director Dr. Alexander Lingas will lead the first half of the program. The concert will begin with works in Greek from medieval Constantinople, followed by liturgical works by twentieth-century Greek American composers such as Tikey Zes, Theodore Bogdanos, and Frank Desby.

The second half, led by Associate Music Director John Michael Boyer, will feature the East Coast premiere of Heaven and Earth: A Song of Creation, a setting of Psalm 103. Commissioned by the Saint John of Damascus Society to celebrate the discovery of the Higgs boson, six composers: Tikey Zes, +Richard Toensing, GRAMMY-nominee Kurt Sander, Alexander Khalil, John Michael Boyer, and Matthew Arndt, each set a portion of the Psalm, creating a seamless tapestry.

Zach Williams Worship In The Adirondacks 2018

This is a great song from Zach Williams filled with great truth! We are so excited to have Zach joining us at this years Worship In The Adirondacks 2018. For details and tickets go to www.worshipintheadirondacks.com.

Arise & Shine: A Message for Boston

Today, Kelly Steinhaus, UniteBoston’s Team Leader, shares her perspective on God’s destiny for the city of Boston and how this is reflected in what is currently happening within the Christian community.

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Above: Sunrise over the Charles River

Do you like watching the sunrise? I sure do.

Whether or not you prefer to wake up that early in the morning, we are in an amazing time where God is rising over this city, awakening hearts and calling people to the place of prayer.

Isaiah wrote this message to the city of Zion, the heavenly Jerusalem, and I believe it’s also a representation of what God wants to do in here in the city of Boston.

“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.
See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples,
but the Lord rises upon you and his glory appears over you.
Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.“ (Isaiah 60:1)

I want to specifically draw your attention to verse 3: “Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising.” This is actually strikingly familiar to a sermon preached by John Winthrop on his way to America, where he spoke that the new community they would form would be "a city upon a hill, that the eyes of all people are on us…We shall be made a story and a by-word throughout the world.”

You see, Boston’s destiny is to be a beacon of the nations.

Thus, the question becomes: what do we want to be known for?

Currently, Boston is one of the smallest world-class cities, known for its rich history and being an intellectual hub. With over 300,000 college students, Boston is a popular place to come to pursue high-class education.

But I believe that God has so much more for us – This is only the beginning.

What if Boston were to be known for the way the Christian community works together? As a city where people pray? As a place where love is displayed?

If you’re intrigued by this, I’d encourage you to listen to the short message that I shared on Easter at the first Awaken Winchester service.

We all cry out for revival but don’t realize that what brings revival is repentance. Two weeks ago, Dr. Paul Jehle gave a lecture on the spiritual history of Massachusetts – he said that the Great Awakening was a direct result of the repentance that happened after the Salem witch trials.

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Above: Pastors and leaders gathering to pray for Boston at the New England Regional Leaders meeting

I’m convinced that God wants to bring revival to Boston, we’re not ready for it. Our light shines brightest when we extinguish the darkness, so my prayer is for conviction and changed hearts, that we might be capable for the revival God seeks to pour out.

Brothers and sisters in Christ, may we arise and shine, so that the glory of the Lord can come upon us, that Boston might be awakened to its destiny as a city on a hill and a light to the nations.

Below: A photo of His Eminence Sean O’Malley of the Boston Catholic Archdiocese and His Eminence Methodios of the Metropolitan of Boston of the Greek Orthodox Church joining together to light the first candle of Easter night. Photo taken by Alexander Mavradis.

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