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For many years, the lily has been a symbol not only of springtime, but of the resurrection and of eternal life in Christ. To dedicate an Easter lily "in memory of" or "in honor of" a loved one, please fill out the form and purchase online with the button below. The names of those honored will be listed in the bulletin on Easter. The lilies may be taken home after the last service.
Suggested Donation $25.00
Please submit form with payment no later than Monday, March 25 at 12:00 noon
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Saturday, March 23
9:00 AM | Fellowship Center
This gathering will feature a petting zoo, egg hunt, and crafts. The highlight of the morning is a special interactive Easter story with Village Church senior pastor Rev. Dr. Jack Baca. His annual telling of the story of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection regularly attracts hundreds of children and adults. Breakfast will be served.
RSVPs are required and the cost is $5 per person with children ages 2 and younger admitted for free.
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Holy Week Worship Services | |
Here are the upcoming worship services for the Lenten Season and Holy Week at The Village Church:
Palm Sunday
March 24 | 9:00 & 10:30 AM
Maundy Thursday
March 28 | 7:00 PM
Easter
March 31 | 7:00, 9:00, & 11:00 AM
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Youth Mission Breakfast Fundraiser | |
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Sunday, March 24
Following both services
Did you know we're sending a youth team to the Dominican Republic this summer?
Youth Ministry is sponsoring a donation-based Palm Sunday breakfast to support our team who will visit several villages in the Dominican Republic.
Donations requested.
For more information please contact Christine Hecker, Director of Youth Ministry.
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March 28 | 7:00 PM*
The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper and the Tenebrae (Service of Darkness) will again form the heart of our Maundy Thursday worship.
Join us in the Sanctuary and plan to be part of this very meaningful celebration of Jesus' sacrifice.
*Live stream will be available online
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Saturday, March 23 | 12:00 PM
We'll serve a meal to those in need at Ventura Cove, in the Mission Bay area and share the love of Christ.
If you would like to provide baked goods like cookies, brownies etc. and drop them off at the Church, please deliver before 12:00 PM on Thursday prior to the day of service.
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One Great Hour of Sharing Special Offering | |
Next Sunday, March 24
For more than fifty years, Presbyterians have joined with Christians everywhere to joyfully share Christ's love for all and help those in need.
A gift to One Great Hour of Sharing enables the church to support our neighbors in need around the world by providing relief to those affected by natural disasters, helping to empower the poor and oppressed, and provide food to the hungry.
Select "One Great Hour of Sharing" in the drop-down menu on the online giving page.
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Monday, March 25 | 7:00 PM
The Augustana Choir from Augustana College (Rock Island, Illinois) will join us in concert as part of our Holy Week observations. The 54-voice ensemble, known for its innovative programming, attention to detail and musical excellence, will perform a mix of traditional and modern choral selections.
No tickets are required, there will be a free-will offering.
For more information please contact Juan Carlos Acosta, Director of Worship.
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Knowing The Good and Beautiful God | |
Kickoff: Friday, April 5 | 5:30 PM
Come discover what Jesus reveals about God. Learn spiritual practices that help us grow into the likeness of Jesus.
As part of the Kingdom Academy of The Village Church, this 9-session small group study begins the week of April 7, 2024, and continues with sessions every other week, through the week of July 28, 2024.
If you are interested, please complete the registration survey. You will be able to select from several days/times to find something that works best for your schedule
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Amor Mexico Missions Trip | |
Saturday, April 6
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
We will partner with our Missions team & Amor Ministries to assist in building a home in Mexico. This is a one-day trip that our Church volunteers have done many times. Passport required. Children 10 years and older are welcome, accompanied by an adult. We charter an air-conditioned bus and travel as a group with our Missions team.
Sign up at the Mission table on Sunday or contact Patrick Singer.
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Sunday, April 14 | 7:00 PM
Under the direction of Juan Carlos Acosta, The Village Community Chorale and orchestra will present Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Missa Solemnis," and will feature our own Suzanne Shick in George Frederic Handel's Concerto for Organ in F major (op 4, no 4). Rounding out the program will be other sacred music by Mozart including his ubiquitous setting of "Ave Verum Corpus."
Free-will offering
For more information please contact Juan Carlos Acosta, Director of Worship.
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Memorial Celebration
A worship service to celebrate the life of Linda Foeller will be held on Saturday, March 23, at 3:00 pm, in the Sanctuary. Please keep the Foeller family in your prayers.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Dave Primuth will be held on Saturday, April 6, at 3:00 pm, in the Sanctuary. Please keep the Primuth family in your prayers.
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Contemporary Worship
Spotify Playlist
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We now have a Village Church Contemporary playlist on Spotify!
Listen to your favorite worship songs that our band plays and check back weekly for the songs for the upcoming Sunday that will be at the top!
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March's Series:
I Am Loved
All month long, we’ll discover the truth about the love of God through the love letters He left for us – Scripture!
As we dive in and learn more about God and His love for us, we’ll see how love transforms all it touches, leading us to act and live more like Jesus.
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Contact our Director of Youth Ministry, Christine Hecker, for more information or see more online | | | | |
