“God’s Story. Our Story.” continues during Lent, Holy Week and Easter as our study of Mark’s Gospel leads us to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. In addition to the Mark narrative, we will be considering some of the major characters of the story during our Wednesday worship services. Those services will be at noon and 7:30p.m. beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 22. The themes and characters for Wednesdays of Lent are:
Wednesday, February 22
Holy Communion with Imposition of Ashes
“Your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
Wednesday, February 29
Peter
“Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.”
Matthew 26:69-75; John 20:1-10
Wednesday, March 07
Caiaphas and Pilate
“Have you no answer?”
Matthew 26:57-68; 27:1-2, 11-14
Wednesday, March 14
Mary Magdalene
“I have seen the Lord.”
Luke 8:1-3; John 19:16—20:18
Wednesday, March 21
Judas
“I have sinned by betraying innocent blood.”
Matthew 26:20-25, 47-56; 27:3-5
Wednesday, March 28
Mary, the mother of Jesus
“Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.”
Luke 1:26-56; John 19:16-30
As is our tradition we encourage members, committees and organizations to unplug for Lent from as many distractions as possible to give priority attention to scripture and worship. We seek to schedule as few business or fellowship opportunities as possible because of the increased opportunities for worship and Bible Conversation.
During Lent, three of our Bible Conversation Groups will read “Making Sense of the Cross” by David Lose. Join Michelle Angalet Tuesdays at Noon beginning February 28, Pastor Justin Tuesdays at 7 p.m., beginning February 21, or Pastor Paul Thursdays at 10 a.m beginning February 23. At our 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Suppers, we will also be viewing brief video presentations by Dr. Lose based on the book. If you would like a copy of “Making Sense of the Cross” please sign the book order form at Sign Up Central. Cost is $12.
