We’ve been praying and preparing for Easter for quite a while now. Our desire for Easter week is that we honor God, focus on all that Jesus has done for us, and at the same time experience it as a time that blesses you. Our Good Friday service is at 5:30p; it is a time to reflect and respond to Jesus’ death on the Cross. It is a powerful, contemplative service designed to remind us of the pain and love associated with Jesus’ crucifixion. Part of understanding the beauty of Easter is to first reflect on the beauty of the cross.

Our Easter Sunday services are at our normal service times, 9 and 11a. This will truly be a morning of celebration. We’re celebrating the reality that Jesus has risen from the dead, God’s ability to bring difficult things, challenging things, dead things…back to life. Our Easter service is a great time to invite a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member to church. Also, don’t forget the Egg Scramble that will immediately follow each service. Church should always be a place of reverence and worship, but it should also be fun, especially for the kids. Plan to hang around after the service and enjoy the beauty of the Gospel on display in our church, with photo booths, games for the kids and plenty of lemonade!

It’s always great doing life and ministry with you. I look forward to celebrating this week as we focus on the foundation of our faith. He has risen indeed!

Blessings,

Jeff