In April, we continue our Lenten theme, “Out of the Waters…” and we celebrate Easter! Join us in person and on Zoom on Sunday mornings.
Sunday, April 3 at 10:00am
Reaffirmation of Baptism and Holy Communion
Mark 1:9-11, “More Beautiful than Rose,” Rev. Dr. Debbie Clark preaching
Using water that has melted from our “wave” ice sculpture, we will invite the congregation to re-affirm our baptisms through gentle sprinkling. If you are joining by Zoom, we encourage you to prepare a small bowl of water as well as elements for communion.
⏱ SPECIAL TIME!! ⏱
Sunday, April 10 at 11:00am
Palm Sunday Worship and Parade
Rev. Liz Garrigan-Byerly preaching
Please note the changed time! Following the service, we will follow the disciples (our young people) out of the sanctuary and join our friends from El Toque del Maestro for a parade and celebration (with a pony)!
Thursday, April 14, Meal at 6:00pm; Worship at 7:00pm
Maundy Thursday: Remembering the Last Supper
Join Karen Nell Smith and Dawn Sorensen in Edwards Hall to share a simple meal followed by a ritual of washing and a Tenebrae worship service. Please bring bread, cheese or fruit to share.
Friday, April 15 at 3:00pm, Facebook Live or Download
SNEUCC Good Friday Service
https://tinyurl.com/2022GoodF
Rev. Liz Garrigan-Byerly and Rev. Emma Brewer-Wallin from Southern New England Conference of the UCC have prepared a Good Friday worship service, entitled “Engaging the Passion of Christ and the Environmental Crisis.” You can watch on Facebook Live or download the service at your convenience.
Sunday, April 17, Easter at Edwards Church
- 6:00am, Easter Sunrise Service—Join us around the fire pit, overlooking the cemetery, as we watch the sun rise and celebrate that Christ has risen!
- 10:00am, Easter Festival Worship—Join us in the sanctuary or on Zoom for a joyous service with a flowering cross, a hunt for Easter Egg blessings, glorious music and a message of hope.
Sunday, April 24 at 10:00am
John 20:19-31, “Behind closed doors,” Rev. Dr. Karen Nell Smith preaching
Sun. 4/24, 5:00pm Gathering, 5:30 In-person Worship
Mon. 4/25, 7:00pm Gathering, 7:30 Zoom Worship
Seeds of Grace: On the road to Emmaus
Two disciples are heading to Emmaus pondering the traumatic events of Holy Week. What does it mean to follow or lead in the Way of Jesus? On any road, there are leaders and followers—changing perhaps who holds each role at different parts of the journey. What does this mean to us on our own journey of discipleship in these challenging times?
How do we know when it’s time to lead and time to follow? How do we live into and reclaim our faith? Join our circle, companions on the journey, as we gather around the fire pit to reflect and pray, share and listen.
This month, Seeds of Grace worship will be offered in person on Sunday, April 24, and again via Zoom on Monday, April 25; you can also join by phone at 1-929-205-6099). Please feel free to invite others to join us!