Coming Up at the ASCenter
The Arlington Street Center for Liberal Religious Inquiry and Spritual Practice
Inquiry is an approach to religious commitment and education that is deeply rooted in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Practice is equally important, as we seek to translate our ideals, values, and spiritual insights into action in our personal lives. With these principles in mind, the ASCenter offers programs that explore the principles, history and practice of the Unitarian Univeralist tradition; the Jewish and Christian roots and influences of liberal religion; resources and wisdom from world religions; study of Sacred Texts; appreciation of spiritual themes in literature, art, music and drama; and discussion of critical social issues facing our contemporary society.
Current Events
For the time being, all Arlington Street-sponsored meetings and events will be shifted to an online format or postponed. Know that these are temporary measures! This coronavirus, too, shall pass.
Kundalini Yoga Class
We have canceled class for the rest of the month. We shall not meet on March 18 or 25.
Please try to do yoga at home and stay well.
Share your Wedding Pictures with Us!
Did you get married at Arlington Street Church? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're launching a new weddings website to increase bookings and would love to share your pictures and stories. If you'd like to help, please contact Jeffrey at office@ascboston.org.
Arlington Street Building Team
Do you love this building? We are gathering a team of people to evaluate and shepherd renovations and restorations. Do you have experiences in the trades? We'd love your perspective! Want to learn more about historic preservation? All are welcome! Please speak with Rev. Kim or write her at Office@ASCBoston.org.
Share Rev. Kim's Sermons around the World
Each week we share Rev. Kim's sermon on our YouTube channel. We would love your help to record the sermon each week, to edit the video on iMovie, and/or to post the video to YouTube. No prior experience necessary, although it would be helpful. Ideally we will form a team of four to five, and organize a monthly schedule where we share the weekly tasks. If you are interested, please contact Office@ascboston.org.
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ABOUT ASCENTER ONGOING GROUPS
Arlington Street Meditation Center
Leader: Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie, Senior Minister
September - May: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month
Time: 7:00–8:00 pm
Location: Hunnewell Chapel
Our gathering includes seated and walking meditations, a brief reading from Buddhist teachings, and conversation. If you'd like to walk in the Public Garden (optional!), please dress for the weather. Beginners and experienced meditators from all traditions (or none!) are warmly welcome.
Arlington Street Meditation Center always follows the Buddha’s Belly Reading Group.
Buddha’s Belly Reading Group
Leader: Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie, Senior Minister
September - May: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month
Time: 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Location: Hunnewell Chapel
Buddha’s Belly Reading Group meets twice monthly to discuss issues of spiritual practice from a Buddhist perspective. Members come from many different faith traditions and religious practices. The group has discussed works by Thich Nhat Hanh, Jack Kornfield, Sharon Salzberg, Pema Chodron, Sylvia Boorstein, Shunryu Suzuki and others.
Kundalini Yoga
Leader: Jean Ko Stewart
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Location: Hunnewell Chapel
Kundalini Yoga, the Yoga of Awareness, consists of simple yogic techniques that can be enjoyed by everyone, no matter his or her age or physical ability. It is a complete system of yoga that includes breath (pranayam), yoga postures (asanas), sound, chanting (mantra) and meditation. It is designed to provide you with the experience of your highest consciousness through the raising of your Kundalini.
Note: Please wear loose, comfortable clothing, preferably made of cotton or other natural, breathable fiber. Avoid eating immediately before class. Also, there is a $10 fee for this course. First class is free!
Transformation Team for Racial Justice
September - May: 3rd Tuesdays of each month
Time: 7:00 pm–8:30 pm
The Transformation Team for Racial Justice is an ongoing task force of Arlington Street Church that seeks to identify and eliminate interpersonal and institutional barriers of racism and oppression, and build a justice-seeking, multiracial, multicultural community. If you have suggestions, questions, comments, or concerns for The Team, please email transformation@ascboston.org, attend our open meetings on the third Tuesday of every month from 7 - 8:30 p.m. or speak with a team member (Sarah Cooleybeck, Margy Herley, Peter Lowber, Laura Pattison, Nancy Perna, Steve Marable, and Barbara Seidl). Membership on the Team requires a one year commitment and anti-racism/anti oppression/multicultural training.
The Wednesdays Literary Salon
Leader: Professor Alan Helms and Rev. Kim K. Crawford Harvie
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: Frothingham Library
Join Professor Alan Helms and Rev. Kim, Arlington Street Church members and the general public in a book group. The leaders guide discussions of specific works of drama, literature, and poetry.