Lent
As early as the mid-fourth century, Christians observed a time of preparation before the Easter celebration. The Lenten season begins on Ash Wednesday and lasts 40 days. The forty days of Lent recall the 40-day fast of Jesus in the wilderness after his Baptism (Matthew 4:2, Luke 4:1-2) and Moses’ 40-day fast on Mount Sinai (Exodus 34:28). It is a time of simplicity, renewal and preparation.
ASH WEDNESDAY
ASH WEDNESDAY, February 17 12:15 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. - There will be the traditional imposition of ashes and sharing of communion offered at both services. Prior to the 7:00 p.m. service, a fellowship meal will be offered beginning at 5:45 p.m. Undesignated offerings during these services will go towards the Organ Fund.
WEDNESDAY SERVICES DURING LENT
WEDNESDAY SERVICES DURING LENT - Each Wednesday, Pastor Kerry will be exploring a different aspect of our life as a Christian. Come join us for a more interactive worship time - a time of questions and answers each evening.
March 3 Prayer: Letting Go Luke 11:1-13
March 10 Worship: Building Community Luke 9:28-36
March 17 Discipleship: A Way of Life Matthew 28:18-20
March 24 Caring: Serving Jesus through Others Matthew 25:31-46
WOW - Worship on Wednesday meals On Wednesdays, March 3 and March 17, we will have our normal WOW - Worship on Wednesdays meals beginning at 5:45 p.m. Confirmation classes will continue at 6:15 p.m. with the Lenten Service beginning at 7:00 p.m. For March 10 and March 24, we will only have Lenten Services at 7:00 p.m.
Palm Sunday
PALM SUNDAY, March 28 - We will welcome ELCA Southeastern Synod Bishop, Julian Gordy. Pastor Gordy will be preaching at all services as we celebrate together Christ’s triumphal ride into Jerusalem and subsequent journey to the cross.
Maundy Thursday
MAUNDY THURSDAY, April 1, 7:00 p.m. - Come and relive the traditional Passover as we celebrate the Seder Meal. As Christmas we will conclude the celebration by sharing in the remembrance of the last Holy Communion.
GOOD FRIDAY
GOOD FRIDAY, April 2, 7:00 p.m. - The sound of nails and the agony of our Lord’s crucifixion remind us graphically of His unfailing love. By Hearing the witness of the Holy Scriptures, we will relive those last hours leading to Christ's death on the cross and His burial. We depart in silence, our hearts heavy with His death.
Easter
EASTER SUNDAY, April 4, - 8:15 and 11:00 a.m., we will celebrate Easter in traditional worship. At 9:30 a.m., we will celebrate Easter in a more blended style of worship.
In between all services the youth group will be serving a pancake breakfast, so come early or stay a little later and enjoy the food!
