Lent is a time of self-examination and reflection. In the early church, Lent was a time to prepare new converts to Christianity for baptism. Today, Christians focus on their relationship with God, often choosing to give up something or volunteering and giving of themselves for others. The forty days of the Lent season represents the time Jesus spent in the wilderness, enduring the tempation of Satan. Sundays of Lent are not counted in the forty days, because each Sunday represents a "mini-Easter" celebration of Jesus' victory over sin and death.
Schedule of Events
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Ash Wednesday Service - Wednesday, March 9, 2011; 7:00 p.m.
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Palm Sunday - Sunday, April 17, 2011
- Traditional Service - 9:00 a.m.
- Casual Service - 11:15 a.m.
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Maundy Thursday - Thursday, April 21, 2011 - Sanctuary open for prayer, meditation and communion
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Community Good Friday Service - Friday, April 22, 2011; 12:00 p.m. location TBA
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Community Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday, April 23, 2011; 11:00 a.m. at the church
All children (infants - 5th grade) of the community are invited! -
Easter Services - Sunday, April 24, 2011
- Sunrise Service - 7:00 a.m.
- Traditional Service - 9:00 a.m.
- Casual Service - 11:15 a.m.