Sisters and brothers, Lent is drawing to a close. This Sunday, April 9, is Palm Sunday, when we remember and celebrate Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, when the crowds cried "Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!" Yet the joyful shouts turned quickly to betrayal, and as we move through the week we remember Jesus' last supper with his disciples and the "new commandment," "love one another as I have loved you," and his capture and trial by those who were disturbed by his teachings and power. On Good Friday we remember Jesus' crucifixion, the death of a man so faithful that a Roman centurion who saw it was moved to say, "Surely this man was the Son of God!" Of course, we already know the surprise twist at the end of the story as we build toward the empty tomb on Easter Sunday, April 16, but for now we walk with Jesus in our hearts toward Jerusalem.
At Highlands UMC, all are welcome to join us for Holy Week services:
Sunday, April 9: Palm Sunday Worship, 10 a.m. The Gospel of Mark will be told as story - a wonderful way to hear and experience the Good News as though for the first time.
Thursday, April 13: Maundy Thursday Worship, 7 p.m. We remember how, on the night before Jesus died, he had dinner with his friends. The name "Maundy Thursday" comes from the Latin mandatum, meaning commandment, referring to the new commandment to love one another.
Sunday, April 16: Easter Sunday
Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Join us for pancakes and fellowship as we celebrate the Risen Christ! We will be accepting donations to help fund The Mayor's Homeless Initiative. Plan on attending this fundraising, resurrection event and bring your friends!
Worship, 10 a.m. Celebrate the Resurrection joyfully with word, song, and sacrament. The United Methodist Church serves open Communion - all are welcome at the Table. As is our tradition, we end Easter worship with the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah. What better way to praise God for the gift of new life in Christ!
Hope to see you there!
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