Good Friday at 7:00 From Last Supper to Last Breath
This somber, reflective service will remind you of the gift of God’s “suffering-with-us” compassion in Jesus Christ. It is appropriate for all ages to participate.
We begin with a simple supper at 7:00, somewhat reminiscent of the Passover that Christ shared with his disciples. We still have need of the following: olives and grapes, baby carrots and hummus. Please let me know if you can bring enough for two tables of eight or nine people.
Personal, confidential prayers of confession will be delivered to the base of the cross and burned at the end of the service. A mini drama at the communion table will take us to the origin of the Sacrament. Each elder will take the unleavened bread and the unfermented wine to serve his or her table after the communion prayer.
Each reading that follows will walk us through the pivotal events of Jesus’ last hours. The prayers, visual images, and music will guide our reflection on Christ’s suffering love. We will end in silence and depart at 8:30. We hope that by the end of the service you will be able to answer affirmatively the question of our opening spiritual, Were You There?
The joy of Easter is more bountiful for those who take time and energy to enter into the sadness of Friday. (For the record, I do enjoy March Madness, and I will be recording basketball games for viewing later.)
Easter Morning at 10:00 – From Tears to Joy
We will not be able to gather at 5215 Lorraine Road for a sunrise service, because we have not sealed the deal.
But of course we will be ready to worship at 10:00 at 10902 Technology Terrace (MAR).
We will celebrate the good news of the resurrection with brass, chimes, and lots of Hallelujahs. John 20:1-18 will take us with Mary from tears to joy as she discovers Jesus is alive. The children will remind you of the wonder of baptism when we sing Lord of the Dance.
After worship, at 11:30 we will have an Easter egg hunt and good conversation. Free Easter story books will be provided for all young ones.
We look forward to celebrating the joy of Easter with you! Remember, if you have been at Peace for more than month, we consider you family, so help us to welcome all guests on Easter. Guide them to restrooms, nametags, to the nursery and to new friends. Help them feel comfortable.
With love and prayers for a growing vibrant discipleship in all of you,
Pastor Elizabeth | |
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