MARCH 26, 2024

MESSAGE FROM JIMMY

In Worship…

Easter Sunday

“Who Will Roll Away the Stone?”

Mark 16:1-8

Jesus’ death and resurrection declare him to be the conqueror of death and Lord of Life. There is no obstacle between us and God that is too big for him to move.

The greatest week in the Christian year is finally here! I have two things for you this week.

1. Treat them like we would treat Him. Easter Sunday will be our largest attended Sunday of 2024, and we want to ensure our guests and members feel the warmth and love of Christ when they get here. I am asking you to make it your personal mission this Sunday to go out of your way to speak to someone new or those you haven’t seen in a while. Let’s make sure everyone is treated and welcomed as we would treat Christ if He walked through our doors. Furthermore, I am asking those who can use the MEA parking lot on Sunday to leave the spaces in front of the sanctuary and behind the sanctuary for our seniors and guests. BTW: Our hospitality tent will be up in front of the Sanctuary and Worship Center for coffee and fellowship. The weather is supposed to be amazing on Sunday!

2. Invite someone. If you have a friend or neighbor without a church family, I want to encourage you to reach out to them and invite them to join you and your family at one of our services this week. I assure you we will welcome them, share the gospel of Jesus with them, and encourage them to journey with Christ with us. We have a privileged opportunity to help our friends and community take their next steps in following Jesus as their Risen Savior! He is our Hope and the giver of life eternal. Send a text, email, DM, or invite them to Cups for coffee and tell them to come to church with you. We can not keep this news to ourselves!

Worship Schedule:

Maundy Thursday Service | Worship Center, 6:00 p.m.

Tenabrae Service on Friday | Sanctuary, 6:00 p.m.

Easter Sunrise Service | Front steps of the Sanctuary, 6:00 a.m.

Pancake Breakfast | Family Life Building, 7:00 a.m.

Traditions | Sanctuary, 9:00 a.m.

Family Ministry | Family Life Building, 10:00 a.m.

Connections | Worship Center, 11:00 a.m.

See you Sunday!

Jimmy

TOP 3 AT FIRST UMC

SAFETY TRAINING

Anthony Wilson will run a training/drill for Safety Team, Staff, Ushers, Class Teachers from 8:30-Noon (not required but very encouraged...) on April 27, 2024 in the worship center. Anthony will then teach the USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Course from 1:00-6:30PM. That class will train participants to use all of the emergency first aid equipment we stock at the church and more. The fee of $60/participant includes their text book and certificate of training.

FAMILY MINISTRY EASTER EVENT

Join us on Easter morning in the family life building at 10 am for a time of donuts, coffee and all the fellowship.

We will have a Easter themed photo opportunity as well, so make sure to stop by to get your family picture!

At 10: 20 am, we will have our kids' ministry Easter egg hunt. It is sure to be a fun time!

ALTAR FLOWER OPENINGS

We still have a few openings for altar flowers. It's not too late! Contact Dianne Alford in the church office to reserve your flower openings today!

1 - openings April 7th

2 - openings April 28th

1 - opening May 12th

1 - openings May 26th

2 - openings June 9th

2 - openings June 23rd

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

MENU:

JOIN US FOR FELLOWSHIP DINNER!

The serving line opens at 5:15 pm and closes at 5:45 pm. Reservations must be in by NOON on Monday prior to the Wednesday night dinner.

Adult Meal - $8.00
Salad Bar - $8.00
Potato Bar - $5.00
Kid Meal - $5.00
Pizza (when offered) - $2.00 per slice
Family Maximum - $40

MENUS:

NOTE: ALL MEALS ARE SERVED WITH A DESSERT

March 27th

No meal/activities - Holy Week!

April 3rd

Hamburger steak over rice, vegetables, cornbread, dessert; pizza is available

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

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