Lenten Worship Information

LENT

is a time of learning.
is a time of prayer.

In the Ash Wednesday Gospel lesson, Jesus invites us into a deeper practice of prayer. Throughout the forty days of Lent, many resolve to expand their prayer life, but lose focus over time. Lent may be a time of prayer, but is also a time for learning. Thus, our commitment to prayer can be stronger, if we first take the time to learn a few spiritual practices.

This year our midweek Lenten journey will celebrate and experience five types of prayer, which can be practiced individually and communally:

Our classroom will rotate between Stull Hall and the Sanctuary. Our three pastors will be our teachers. Each week will provide a time of learning and a time of practice. The evening begins with a simple supper in Stull Hall, 4:45-5:30 p.m. Worship and teaching follow, 5:45-6:45 p.m.

2025 Lent Theme
(All services are in-person and available on YouTube)

This Lent, we hope to unpack some of the big questions we encounter in faith in ways that are honest and faithful. Throughout this season, we hope you will continually ask yourself: what am I seeking? What is God seeking?

Ash Wednesday

Wednesday, March 5, 8:15 AM

You are invited to join Grace Preschool families and students at a simple morning service in the sanctuary to hear Scripture, pray and receive ashes on your forehead or hand as we gather to remember how much God loves us today and always.

Wednesday, March 5, 12 PM and 7 PM

Join us in the sanctuary to hear Scripture, pray and receive ashes on your forehead or hand as we gather to remember how much God loves us today and always. Holy Communion will be part of both worship services.

Oasis Meal

Wednesdays, March 12 – April 9, 4:45-5:30 PM

Eat and fellowship with your Grace family. Sign up for dinner at the Sign-up Station. Freewill offering accepted.

Lenten Worship through the Senses

Wednesdays, March 12 – April 9, 6 - 6:45 PM

During the forty days of Lent, our Wednesday night worship will center our five senses as a way of exploring the significance of Christ’s incarnation throughout our Lenten journey. We all are made in the image of God, who chose to share our humanity by joining in our embodied experience. God’s image in us is beautifully diverse. Each week, the Scripture and interactive meditation stations (prayer and reflection) will focus on a different sense (sight, sound, scent, touch and taste). On the final Wednesday before Holy Week worship will include Holy Communion. Worship also will be livestreamed and reflection questions related to each of the meditation stations will be provided online during worship.

Palm Sunday ONE Worship

Sunday, April 13, 10 AM

Join us as we focus on the triumphant arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem, remembering how that joyous atmosphere quickly changed to one filled with animosity resulting in Jesus’ death.

Maundy Thursday

Thursday, April 17, Noon & 7 PM

Join us as we remember the last meal Jesus shared with his disciples prior to his arrest and crucifixion. We will practice foot washing and celebrate Holy Communion.

Good Friday

Friday, April 18, Noon & 7 PM

Join us for a “Service of Shadows' 'as Bible passages prophesying the Messiah and ones about the crucifixion of Jesus are read. After each passage, candles and lights are sequentially extinguished leaving worshipers in darkness - reminiscent of Jesus’ body being laid in the tomb. A hymn or vocal offering by the choir will accompany each reading.

Easter Sunday ONE Worship Service

Sunday, April 20, 10 AM

Join us as we celebrate our Savior’s resurrection, including Holy Communion. We look forward to having the Premier Brass Quintet accompanying the liturgy and anthems.

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