Sunday, we will celebrate the resurrection at 7 a.m.and 9:30 a.m. We will conclude our series “Jesus Set Out” with the message: The Stone is Rolled Away. Luke 24:1-12.
Breakfast is served in the social hall from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m.
If you ordered Easter flowers, please collect them after the service on Sunday. You can also pick them up on Tuesday (the office is closed Monday); after that, they will be posted for anyone who wants them.
Read: Luke 23:26-43
Reflect: The Cross is powerful, convicting, and life giving. How do you feel about Jesus after reading this powerful account?
Prayer: Lord, lead us to the Cross, allow us to be loved, blessed, and compel us to live out all our days with great faith.
Action Step: Serve at the food bank, come to the Good Friday Vigil from 12-1 PM, or worship at Warrior’s Mark GMC at 7 PM.
Below is the Thursday reading & reflection from Pastor Brian:
Read: Luke 22:7-38
Reflect: As today is Maundy Thursday what new moments did the Holy Spirit draw you to in this text?
Action Step: Attend worship at Second Ave GMC at 7:00 p.m.
Below is our Wednesday reading & reflection from Pastor Brian:
Read: Luke 20:41-47
Reflect: Jesus’ final teaching in Luke 20 is all about warnings and encouragement for us to know the word of God. The enemy desires you and I to be confused about who Jesus is and what He has accomplished. Let’s be voracious readers of the word, let us discern, and know the truth, and let us be people who can speak the truth in love often.
Prayer: Lord, we desire to know you more. Give us opportunities to share your love, know your truth, and dive into your word now and forevermore. AMEN
Just a reminder, we will have a Maundy Thursday service, including Holy Communion at 7 PM tomorrow 3/28 and Easter services are at 7 AM & 9:30 AM.
Read: Luke 20:9-19
Reflect: This is one of the final parables Jesus tells and it clearly foretells His death one last time. The owner’s response is clearly motivated against the worker’s disobedience. The workers disobey, causing the owner to do something drastic. This move should have gotten their attention, but it did not. Are you and I having a moment where God is trying to get attention? How should we respond?
Prayer: Lord, we repent of those moments where you have sought to get our attention, and we desire to have ears that hear. AMEN
Action Step: Reconnect with a family member today.
Read: Luke 20:1-8
Reflect: We live as human beings under multiple different authorities. However, as humans we do struggle at times to obey authority. Why do you believe the people questioned Jesus’ authority? Do you and I live questioning Jesus’ authority today? As sons and daughters of God we do need to live by faith trusting that the authority Jesus has over us is good.
Prayer: Lord, we trust your authority over our lives. May we repent in moments where we have not trusted your authority. Allow our obedience to inspire others.
Action step: Share a faith organization’s posts, Facebook page, and help spread awareness about what God is doing in this world.
We had a wonderful Palm Sunday and Easter Egg Hunt yesterday to kick off Holy Week. We still have some palms available if anyone wants them.
We hope you can join us for our Maundy Thursday service at 7 p.m.
Reminder: Easter services will be held at 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. We will have breakfast at 8:15 a.m., and everyone is welcome; please call Jill this week if you plan to attend but have not signed up.
Thank you to everyone who came out for the fish dinners! The Youth Group appreciates you. Thank you to everyone who helped out, and especially to Sherry Koelle for taking on this project!
The church office will be closed next Monday, April 1. We will resume regular office hours on Tuesday.
Holy Week is upon us!
Pastor Brian has put together daily reading and reflections, these will be emailed out each morning (there are also paper copies here at the church in the sanctuary).
Sunday Evening:
Read: Luke 19:45-48
Reflect: In this text Jesus cleanses the temple, reminds the money changers that God’s house is meant for worship and not getting rich, and sets in motion the events of His final week. How do you and I treat God’s house? While the presence of God is not confined to just 2nd Ave GMC we should treat the church with reverence and respect. However, may we see our church as a space that draws others to worship and a life of discipleship. How can we use our space better to worship God and draw others into His presence?
Prayer: Lord, we know that you are everywhere may we experience your presence in worship, praise, and throughout the world. AMEN
Action: Take a prayer walk this evening or tomorrow.
This Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. Sunday, we will celebrate Palm Sunday during our regular service times and be blessed with special music at each service. Following the 10:45 service, the 2nd Ave Kids will hold an egg hunt (Lunch will be provided in the social hall; if you did not sign up using the link, please contact Ashley).
On Thursday, March 28, at 7:00 p.m., we will remember the Last Supper during our Maundy Thursday service.
Join Pastor Brian in the sanctuary on Friday, March 29, from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. for a vigil. We will also attend a Good Friday service at Warrior’s Mark GMC at 7:00 p.m.
Our church’s 24-Hour Prayer Vigil will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Good Friday and end at 7:00 p.m. on Holy Saturday; please sign up in the sanctuary for an hour time slot. From 7:00 p.m. Friday to 9:00 a.m. Saturday, prayer will be at home; however, the church will be open on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for anyone who wishes to pray.
Good Friday also marks our monthly Food Pantry day. Volunteers are needed; please arrive by 10:00 a.m. at the Narnia Room (Room inside the glass entry).
Please help us remind people that our Easter Sunday services are at 7:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. We will have a fellowship breakfast in the social hall from 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. All are welcome; however, we do ask that you sign up this Sunday if you intend to attend so that the kitchen volunteers know how many to expect.
If you have any questions, please see Jill in the office or Pastor Brian.
It’s hard to believe we’re only days away from Palm Sunday. It seems like our Lenten journey has only just begun! Please review this week’s announcements and reminders to ensure you don’t miss anything during Holy Week and Easter.
Blair Senior Services’ advanced Tai Chi class begins this week. The class will be held on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for adults 60 and older who have completed the beginner’s class. The group will gather in the Gathering Place/Elevation Room area.
Walk N Talk concludes on Tuesday, March 26. If there is enough interest, we will bring it back near the end of the fall season.
This Friday marks the final fish dinner of Lent. The Youth are grateful for your support! Join them once more for dinner from 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
This Sunday, following the 10:45 Palm Sunday service, we will hold our 2nd Ave Kids Egg Hunt (children 12 and under are welcome with an adult). Lunch will be served in the social hall, followed by an egg hunt. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Service time reminders:
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