BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Edwards Church of Northampton - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Edwards Church of Northampton X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Edwards Church of Northampton REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191222T110000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20191121T140337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191121T140337Z UID:7900-1577008800-1577012400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Festival of Lessons and Carols DESCRIPTION:In the tradition of Truro Cathedral\, Cornwall\, UK where readings and music are used to tell the stories of the Garden of Eden\, the various prophecies about Jesus\, and the birth of Jesus.\nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/festival-of-lessons-and-carols-2/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Choir,Faith Formation,Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191222T110000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20191113T144609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T144609Z UID:7817-1577008800-1577012400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Festival of Lessons and Carols DESCRIPTION:The Edwards Church choir will present its annual Festival of Lessons and Carols service on Sunday\, December 22 at 10am. This beautiful worship service combines readings from the King James Version of the Bible with carols and anthems sung by both the choir and the congregation. The Lessons and Carols format was begun in 1880 at Truro Cathedral in Cornwall\, England\, and it has continued since 1918 at King’s College\, Cambridge.\n\nOf particular interest in this year’s service is a new setting of “There is No Rose” by British composer Philip Stopford\, who has become a favorite of the Edwards Church Choir. Stopford is the Director of Music at Christ Church Bronxville\, outside of New York City.\n\nPlease join us in worship on Sunday\, December 22 for this beautiful and meaningful service.\n\nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/festival-of-lessons-and-carols/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20191115T143201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T163839Z UID:3732-1576422000-1576427400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Advent: Becoming Sanctuary for Each Other DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Advent: Becoming Sanctuary for Each Other\, on Sunday\, December 15 at 3PM. Edwards Church 297 Main Street\, Northampton\, MA. Enjoy the season’s sacred gifts of music\, poetry and stories from different traditions. Come for rest\, beauty\, nourishment of the soul and for joy! Bring the gift of yourself\, bring a friend\, tell a friend\, email a friend\, text a friend to join us in becoming sanctuary for each other! \nAs with all Music at the Crossroads concerts\, entrance is free to the public and donations will be taken to support a local charity. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/advent-becoming-sanctuary-for-each-other/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T110000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20191121T135601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191121T135601Z UID:7897-1576404000-1576407600@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Nativity Sunday / Christmas Pageant DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, December 15 at 10 AM for an inter-generational retelling of the narrative of the baby born in Bethlehem.\nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/nativity-sunday-christmas-pageant/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191214T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191214T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20191113T144357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191122T143235Z UID:7814-1576335600-1576337400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Christmas Caroling DESCRIPTION:The Edwards Church Choir will be singing Christmas carols at the Rockridge Retirement Community on Saturday\, December 14 at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome! We will be indoors and carol books will be provided. We will sing for about 30 minutes. Rockridge is located at 25 Coles Meadow Road in Northampton\, off Route 5 near the State Police barracks. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/christmas-caroling-2/ LOCATION:Rockridge Retirement Community\, 25 Coles Meadow Road\, Northampton\, Massachusetts\, 01060 CATEGORIES:Music ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190827T131952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T131952Z UID:7111-1570822200-1570829400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Music at the Crossroads Concert featuring Eugene Friesen\, Theresa Thomason\, and Joel Martin DESCRIPTION:On October 11\, the Music at the Crossroads concert series of Edwards Church will present an evening of music by three fantastic and internationally renowned artists: Eugene Friesen (cello)\, Theresa Thomason (voice)\, and Joel Martin (piano). 4-Time Grammy Award winner Eugene Friesen is a professor of music at the Berklee School of Music and his career as a performer has sent him around the globe many times\, both as a solo artist as well as the cellist for the Paul Winter Consort. Theresa Thompson is a powerhouse gospel-singer who has been the vocalist of the Paul Winter Consort for many years\, as well as a collaborator with Pete Seger\, John Rutter\, Dream Theatre\, and many others. Joel A. Martin is not only the creator of the Jazzical series\, but has performed with Cab Calloway\, the NY Philharmonic\, and is a touring pianist with the legendary Soprano\, Kathleen Battle. These three world-class musicians will be joined by the Edwards Church Choir and will perform an evening of spectacular music which should not be missed (including a premiere by church member Dave Haughey). As with all Music at the Crossroads concerts\, entrance is free to the public and donations will be taken to support a local charity of the artists’ choice. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/music-at-the-crossroads-concert-featuring-eugene-friesen-theresa-thomason-and-joel-martin/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190923T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190910T142148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T142852Z UID:7329-1569250800-1569254400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Autumnal Equinox Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:All are invited to come celebrate the Autumnal Equinox and walk the Labyrinth on Monday\, September 23\, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in Addis Hall.  The labyrinth is an ancient spiritual practice used by many faith and spiritual traditions.  This spiritual practice is a form of body prayer which offers inspiration\, guidance\, meditation\, contemplation\, relaxation\, clarification\, wholeness\, and healing for many.  The labyrinth is not a maze. The three basic stages to this contemplative walk are:  entering or walking into the labyrinth – a time to let go of distractions; centering – a time in the center to be still and silent to listen for God; exiting from the center – a time to gain direction\, comfort\, new energy – a time to move toward peace and a deeper relationship with the Divine. \n  \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/autumnal-equinox-labyrinth-walk/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190516T142522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T124646Z UID:6125-1561057200-1561060800@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:All are invited to come celebrate the Summer Solstice and walk the Labyrinth on Thursday\, June 20\, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in Addis Hall.  The labyrinth is an ancient spiritual practice used by many faith and spiritual traditions.  This spiritual practice is a form of body prayer which offers inspiration\, guidance\, meditation\, contemplation\, relaxation\, clarification\, wholeness\, and healing for many.  The labyrinth is not a maze. The three basic stages to this contemplative walk are:  entering or walking into the labyrinth – a time to let go of distractions; centering – a time in the center to be still and silent to listen for God; exiting from the center – a time to gain direction\, comfort\, new energy – a time to move toward peace and a deeper relationship with the Divine. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/summer-solstice-labyrinth-walk/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190614T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190614T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190514T153041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T153720Z UID:6106-1560540600-1560546000@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Music at the Crossroads featuring David Kidwell DESCRIPTION:The second Music at the Crossroads concert of 2019 will take place in the sanctuary on Friday\, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free\, but donations will go to the Friends of Hampshire County Homeless Individuals. \nThe first half of the concert will feature Minister of Music David Kidwell playing a selection of his recently published organ arrangements. The organ will be moved to the center of the chancel for maximum visibility. \nChoir section leader Mary Annarella will join David in the second half of the concert for songs by Jason Robert Brown\, Jake Heggie\, and Gwyneth Walker. Mary and David will perform Walker’s Emily Dickinson song cycle\, Emily!\, which was written for them in 2015. \nMusic at the Crossroads is in its third season at the Edwards Church of Northampton. The series aims to present an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary music\, in accordance with the church’s vision statement. All concerts are free\, but donations are collected for various local charities. \n  \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/music-at-the-crossroads-featuring-david-kidwell/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190524T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190508T123630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T123630Z UID:6050-1558726200-1558731600@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Music at the Crossroads: 1200 Horsehairs Concert DESCRIPTION:The cello quartet 1200 Horsehairs will present a concert on Friday\, May 24 at 7:30pm in the sanctuary as part of the Music at the Crossroads series. The unconventional quartet features Edwards Church member Dave Haughey. They will play an eclectic mix of popular and new music. Dave is not your typical cellist\, so don’t miss this opportunity to see what he does right here at Edwards! The concert is free\, but all donations will go to benefit the Circle of Care. \n1200 Horsehairs is a band of four cellos playing popular and new music ranging from traditional to metal to modern original compositions. Its members\, Dave Haughey\, Pablo Issa\, Karl Knapp\, and Wayne Smith\, are internationally active cellists who have played with the likes of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra\, The Paul Winter Consort\, Eugene Friesen\, and the Moody Blues\, among others. They have been on faculty at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the Hartt School\, and have taught and presented masterclasses at The Berklee College of Music\, The University of Massachusetts\, The Rio International Cello Encounter\, Amherst College\, and Depauw University. \nVitor Kelm Fotografia\nDave Haughey changes the way people think about the cello. His holistic approach to modern cello playing encompasses myriad genres and techniques\, making him one of the most versatile young cellists in the world. He is an improviser\, composer\, and teacher who is always searching for new ways to expand the unique capabilities of the cello\, thus trailblazing a path to a world where the instrument is known not only for is place in classical music but also a versatile and ubiquitous tool for music making in any genre. He has performed with the Paul Winter Consort\, Eugene Friesen\, Zohar Fresco\, Armen Ksajikian\, Roman Stolyar\, Andrew Bishop\, and others across the globe from the USA\, to Asia\, South America\, Europe\, and the Middle East. Dave has taught private lessons and workshops at festivals and schools around the world\, including at The Berklee School of Music\, The Conservatory of Tatui\, the Rio International Cello Encounter in Brazil. He works as a performer\, recording artist\, teacher\, composer\, and once even on screen for an upcoming (undisclosed) Netflix series. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/music-at-the-crossroads-1200-horsehairs-concert/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190421T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190415T150207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T150207Z UID:5812-1555840800-1555844400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Easter Celebration - Christ is Risen! DESCRIPTION:Share this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/easter-celebration-christ-is-risen/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190415T150035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T150035Z UID:5810-1555700400-1555704000@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Service of Tenebrae DESCRIPTION:The story of the arrest\, torture\, and execution of Jesus is told\, and we gradually extinguish all the light in the sanctuary as the story moves inexorably to his death. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/service-of-tenebrae-2/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190415T145856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T145856Z UID:5807-1555610400-1555615800@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday Potluck Supper and Communion DESCRIPTION:Maundy Thursday Potluck Supper and Communion in Addis Hall. \nFor the potluck supper\, bring whatever you are moved to share. If you run out of time and do not have a dish\, come anyway.  We are so blessed; there is always enough. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/maundy-thursday-potluck-supper-and-communion/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190313T124825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T125548Z UID:5345-1553194800-1553198400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:All are invited to come celebrate the Spring Equinox and walk the Labyrinth on Thursday\, March 21\, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in Addis Hall.  The labyrinth is an ancient spiritual practice used by many faith and spiritual traditions.  This spiritual practice is a form of body prayer which offers inspiration\, guidance\, meditation\, contemplation\, relaxation\, clarification\, wholeness\, and healing for many.  The labyrinth is not a maze. The three basic stages to this contemplative walk are:  entering or walking into the labyrinth – a time to let go of distractions; centering – a time in the center to be still and silent to listen for God; exiting from the center – a time to gain direction\, comfort\, new energy – a time to move toward peace and a deeper relationship with the Divine.\nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/labyrinth-walk-3/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190304T171140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190304T171140Z UID:5292-1551898800-1551902400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 6 is Ash Wednesday\, the first day of the season of Lent. Please join us for a quiet\, reflective service including scripture\, prayer and music at 7 PM. Rev. Todd Weir of First Churches\, will lead the service. \nAshes will be offered\, to be placed either on your forehead or the back of a hand\, but you need not receive ashes to participate in this worship. Come\, enter the season in prayer. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/ash-wednesday-2/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190127T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190127T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20190121T171228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190121T172119Z UID:4676-1548588600-1548594000@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:The 186th annual meeting of Edwards Church will take place in Addis Hall following worship this Sunday\, January 27. A soup\, salad and dessert luncheon will be served. If your last name begins with A-K\, you are invited to bring a SALAD to share. If your last name begins with L-Z\, you are invited to bring a DESSERT to share. Please bring enough bowls\, plates and utensils for you and your family. \nIn addition to (i) receiving the reports of officers\, boards\, committees and staff\, (ii) electing officers\, boards\, and committees for the coming year\, and (iii) voting on a proposed budget\, the following matters will be addressed: \n\nvote on the following motion: “A motion is made to suspend the Edwards Church Bylaws\, Article 10\, Sections 1-14\, relating to committees\, their structure\, responsibilities\, size and frequency of meeting for a period of one year so as to allow a process review of how the needs of the church could be managed by a smaller and more efficient committee structure.”\nvote on the following motion: “The New Way Process outlined in the report of the New Way Committee included in the 2018 Annual Meeting booklet is hereby adopted\, and the Council (or its successor as the body that makes decisions on behalf of the whole congregation between congregational meetings) shall determine what adjustments to the process are appropriate from time to time.”\nand such other business as may properly come before the meeting.\n\n\nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/annual-meeting-2/ LOCATION:MA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190122T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190122T173000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20170504T152437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T140125Z UID:2468-1548172800-1548178200@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Prayer Shawl Ministry DESCRIPTION:The Prayer Shawl group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in the Edwards Room to knit\, crochet or weave prayer shawls which are blessed by the congregation upon completion. All are welcome to attend — new and experienced knitters and crocheters alike! \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/prayer-shawl-ministry-2-2019-01-22/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181216T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20181211T183230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T183230Z UID:4058-1544985000-1544990400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Pioneer Valley Gay Men's Chorus 25th Anniversary Concert DESCRIPTION:Come and Join the Celebration!!! \nSunday\, December 16 at 6:30 PM \nTickets Available at the Door\nSuggested Donation: Adults $15.00\, Seniors/Students $12.00 \n  \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/pioneer-valley-gay-mens-chorus-25th-anniversary-concert/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20181101T143045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T143045Z UID:3737-1544884200-1544887800@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Advent: Road to Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:Join us to experience sacred gifts of music\, poetry and stories from different faiths and traditions. Come for rest\, beauty\, nourishment of the soul\, and for joy! Bring the gift of yourself\, bring a friend\, tell a friend! \nPerformers include: \nRobert Jonas – Shakuhachi Flute Master and Author \nSarah Briggs – Violinist \nCarla Bee – Singer \nMegan Moore – Story Teller \nRussell Mariani – as Charles Dickens\, Author \nDan Shanahan – Poet\, Singer\, Author \n  \nSaturday\, December 15 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Donations to benefit Safe Passage. \n  \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/advent-road-to-sanctuary/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181118T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181118T173000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20181015T134258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T144737Z UID:3690-1542556800-1542562200@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Compassion for Ourselves: A spiritual journey - Edwards Church Mindfulness Practice Group DESCRIPTION:What would it be like to have a kinder\, gentler\, more spacious heart and mind?  And what if we were able to bring that kind of presence to the relationship we have with ourselves? \nMost of us find it easier to feel compassion for others than for ourselves.  But boundless compassion\, or true love\, comes from a self-compassionate heart\, not one that is guided by self-blame and judgment \nYou are invited to join us for a mindfulness group where we will explore skillful and healing ways to respond *to ourselves* when we encounter life’s inevitable painful experiences. \nIf you would like to attend\, please contact Linda Vincent or Deb Moore \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/compassion-for-ourselves-a-spiritual-journey-edwards-church-mindfulness-practice-group/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181021T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181021T173000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180927T153643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T154613Z UID:3639-1540137600-1540143000@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:THE ROAD HOME A SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE TO THE SOUTH with Kate Stevens DESCRIPTION:THE ROAD HOME\nA SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE TO THE SOUTH\nwith Kate Stevens\nOctober 21 ~ 4-5:30 p.m. \nEdwards Church of Northampton \n297 Main Street \nNorthampton\, MA \n  \nThough this country prides itself on principles of democracy and justice for all\, in actuality the U.S. was founded on the practices of genocide and slavery. Stevens\, who recently undertook a three-month\, 6\,000 mile pilgrimage to the Southern states to better understand our racial history\, uses pictures and words to follow the history of Africans brought to this land by force—a history of slavery\, war\, racial violence\, segregation\, and now mass incarceration. This history\, while devastating\, is also a story of resistance and determination. Please join us\, and share in this conversation. Sponsored by the Board of Faith Formation. \n  \nFREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC\n  \n  \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/the-road-home-a-spiritual-pilgrimage-to-the-south-with-kate-stevens/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T203000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180925T134504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T134504Z UID:3627-1538420400-1538425800@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Book Discussion - Tears We Cannot Stop: A Sermon to White America by Michael Eric Dyson DESCRIPTION:In his review of Tears We Cannot Stop: A Sermon to White America by Michael Eric Dyson\, Patrick Phillips\, a professor of English at Drew University\, writes of this book: “I can only hope that others will read and be changed by this book.  It ends with a desperate plea for white Americans to rise up in defense of\, and in solidarity with\, our African-American brothers and sisters.  Dyson\, an ordained Baptist minister writes: “What I need to say\, can only be said in “a plea\, a cry\, a sermon\, from my heart to yours.” \nThe dates and time for this Monday evening book discussion are: \nOctober 1\, 15\, & 29 and November12 \nfrom 7-8:30 p.m. in the Heritage Room \nPlease contact Deb Moore if you are interested in participating in this discussion. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/book-discussion-tears-we-cannot-stop-a-sermon-to-white-america-by-michael-eric-dyson/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180923T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180306T141123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T161637Z UID:3221-1537714800-1537718400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:All are invited to come and walk the Labyrinth on Sunday\, September 23\, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. in Addis Hall.  The labyrinth is an ancient spiritual practice used by many faith and spiritual traditions.  This spiritual practice is a form of body prayer which offers inspiration\, guidance\, meditation\, contemplation\, relaxation\, clarification\, wholeness\, and healing for many.  The labyrinth is not a maze. The three basic stages to this contemplative walk are:  entering or walking into the labyrinth – a time to let go of distractions; centering – a time in the center to be still and silent to listen for God; exiting from the center – a time to gain direction\, comfort\, new energy – a time to move toward peace and a deeper relationship with the Divine. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/labyrinth-walk-2-2018-09-23/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180921T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180921T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180813T155547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T160500Z UID:3517-1537558200-1537563600@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Music at the Crossroads: 1200 Horsehairs DESCRIPTION:The cello quartet 1200 Horsehairs will present a concert on Friday\, September 21 at 7:30pm in the sanctuary as part of the Music at the Crossroads series. The unconventional quartet features Edwards Church member Dave Haughey. They will play an eclectic range of music including arrangements of music by the Beatles\, Queen\, the Mommas and the Poppas\, and Bruno Mars (among others) as well as traditional music from Bulgaria and Brazil\, and Dave‘s original compositions. Dave is not your typical cellist\, so don’t miss this opportunity to see what he does right here at Edwards! The concert is free\, but all donations will go to benefit Berkshire Children and Families. \n1200 Horsehairs is a band of four cellos playing popular and new music ranging from traditional to metal to modern original compositions. Its members\, Dave Haughey\, Pablo Issa\, Karl Knapp\, and Wayne Smith\, are internationally active cellists who have played with the likes of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra\, The Paul Winter Consort\, Eugene Friesen\, and the Moody Blues\, among others. They have been on faculty at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the Hartt School\, and have taught and presented masterclasses at The Berklee College of Music\, The University of Massachusetts\, The Rio International Cello Encounter\, Amherst College\, and Depauw University. \nVitor Kelm Fotografia\nDave Haughey changes the way people think about the cello. His holistic approach to modern cello playing encompasses myriad genres and techniques\, making him one of the most versatile young cellists in the world. He is an improviser\, composer\, and teacher who is always searching for new ways to expand the unique capabilities of the cello\, thus trailblazing a path to a world where the instrument is known not only for is place in classical music but also a versatile and ubiquitous tool for music making in any genre. He has performed with the Paul Winter Consort\, Eugene Friesen\, Zohar Fresco\, Armen Ksajikian\, Roman Stolyar\, Andrew Bishop\, and others across the globe from the USA\, to Asia\, South America\, Europe\, and the Middle East. Dave has taught private lessons and workshops at festivals and schools around the world\, including at The Berklee School of Music\, The Conservatory of Tatui\, the Rio International Cello Encounter in Brazil. He works as a performer\, recording artist\, teacher\, composer\, and once even on screen for an upcoming (undisclosed) Netflix series. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/music-at-the-crossroads-1200-horsehairs/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180615T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180615T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180511T161314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180607T144753Z UID:3357-1529091000-1529096400@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Prophets\, Preachers\, and Prayers: selections from operas and oratorios DESCRIPTION:Music at the Crossroads and Panopera present: \nProphets\, Preachers\, and Prayers: selections from operas and oratorios\, featuring the Edwards Church choir and some of the finest local singers and instrumentalists\, performing works by Handel\, Mozart\, Verdi\, Wagner and others. Friday\, June 15th\, 7:30 pm\, at Edwards Church\, 297 Main Street\, Northampton MA. Proceeds to benefit Cathedral in the Night. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/prophets-preachers-and-prayers-selections-from-operas-and-oratorios/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Choir,Concert,Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180506T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180506T173000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180306T135352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T135526Z UID:3213-1525622400-1525627800@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Resting in the Breath: Healing Practice for Mind and Body DESCRIPTION:Spring 2018 MINDFULNESS \nResting in the Breath:  Healing Practice for Mind and Body \nMAY 6\, 2018 \n4:00 to 5:30 p.m. \nOur daily lives are made up of times of being awake and of times of being asleep\, but what about resting?  In our busy lives\, do we know how to rest?  And further\, even after sleeping\, why is it that sometimes we do not feel rested? \nYou are invited to join our mindfulness group this spring as we explore “resting in the breath\,” a mindfulness practice that teaches us how to breathe with awareness\, how to calm our body and mind\, and how to rest there.  This is a beautiful\, ancient\, and practical practice that can guide sitting or walking meditation\, and it can also offer us rest in moments throughout the day or night. \nThis mindfulness group is open to those who are experienced in meditation as well as to those who are complete beginners.  The group welcomes youth who are in sixth grade and above as well as adults of all ages.  We will meet in the chancel area of Edwards Church.  Linda Vincent will be facilitating. \nIf you are interested\, please contact Linda Vincent or Deb Moore. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/resting-breath-healing-practice-mind-body/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Faith Formation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T203000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180301T174826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T134413Z UID:3175-1524252600-1524256200@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Music at the Crossroads: The Worship Room DESCRIPTION:Gospel recording artist Vanessa Willis will present a concert entitled “The Worship Room” on Friday\, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. This is the first concert in Edwards Church’s 2018 Music at the Crossroads series. The concert is free\, but all donations will go to the Children’s Advocacy Center\, a child-friendly house for physically and sexually abused children.\n\n\n\nVanessa Willis is a singer\, songwriter\, preacher\, and musician with a passion for God and a heart for his people. She desires to reach the youth of her generation by promoting hope\, redemption\, and life through Jesus Christ. Her purpose is to teach people “the principles of being a worshipper\, living for God\, being passionate about it\, being unashamed about it.”\n\n\n\nThe April 20 concert will feature Vanessa Willis and her band playing original songs from their upcoming album entitled “The Worship Room.” Gospel-inspired songs are interspersed with personal reflections and witness about her religious convictions.\n\n\nPlease mark your calendars for April 20 for this exciting and inspiring event.\n\nParking is available on the street or in the St. Mary’s lot across State Street from Edwards Church.\nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/music-crossroads-worship-room/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Music ORGANIZER;CN="Edwards Church of Northampton":MAILTO:info@edwardschurchnorthampton.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180330T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180330T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180305T160725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180305T160725Z UID:3207-1522436400-1522440000@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Service of Tenebrae DESCRIPTION:On Good Friday\, March 30\, 2018\, join us at 7:00 p.m. for a Service of Tenebrae\nIn Tenebrae (or Shadows)\, we share in the story of the persecution\, suffering\, and death of Jesus. Candles are extinguished and the sanctuary darkens as the story unfolds\, and we leave in silence at the end. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/service-of-tenebrae/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180329T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180305T155437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180305T155437Z UID:3202-1522346400-1522353600@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday Potluck & Communion DESCRIPTION:Join us MAUNDY THURSDAY\, March 29\, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.\nWe will gather in Addis Hall for a pot-luck supper and communion. Just as Jesus gathered with those who were closest to him and gave them the sacrament of communion through which to re-member him\, we gather to prepare to walk with him through the rest of Holy Week. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/maundy-thursday-potluck-communion/ LOCATION:Edwards Church of Northampton\, 297 Main St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180325T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180325T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T111841 CREATED:20180305T155642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180305T155642Z UID:3205-1521966600-1521970200@edwardschurchnorthampton.org SUMMARY:Annual Pancake Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Annual Pancake Breakfast – Sponsored by the Youth Group with support from interested adults\nMarch 25\, Palm Sunday from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. in Addis Hall\nMenu includes: Blueberry\, chocolate chip\, plain and gluten free pancakes\, Meat and veggie sausages\, Hard boiled eggs\, Coffee\, tea\, and juice\nAfter the Pancake Breakfast in Addis Hall\, please pick up some palms in the lobby of our church and come across Main Street to join in the Ecumenical Procession of Palms in Pulaski Park. \nShare this:\n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://edwardschurchnorthampton.org/event/annual-pancake-breakfast-2/ LOCATION:MA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR