After reflecting on this time from Ash Wednesday through Easter morning, I think this has been one of the best Lenten Seasons I have experienced, I pray it was for you too.
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SPECIAL LENTEN AND EASTER SERVICES at ELKHORN HILLS UMC Lent, the period of 40 days before Easter (excluding Sundays), begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Saturday, the evening before Easter. The Easter Season begins on Easter Day and ends on Pentecost. Focusing on Christ’s resurrection and ascension and the sending of…
Now you are able to relive the sensational melodies and harmonies of the Chancel Choir and their presentation of the Easter Cantata. Be sure to stay after the fade-to-black for a happy and fun little presentation which is truly….. egg-citing!
As you walked into the sanctuary last night, you could feel this wasn’t your typical Sunday morning service. An altar decorated with the makings of the last supper surrounded by thirteen empty chairs was the focal point. Pastor Nancy Davis began the service with a summary of the night of the Last Supper, Jesus’ betrayal,…
Jesus Comforts the Sisters of Lazarus On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Now Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she…
The youth-led Easter Sunrise Service was an incredible start to a beautiful morning! The youth led the opening and closing prayers, read scripture and ushered. Over 40 people attended the Easter Sunrise Service. Excellent job to all involved. View the video here.
The EHUMC Knit & Sew Group handed out simple gifts of Prayer Squares to those attending Easter services. When you are feeling very far away from God or need Him, just hold onto this prayer square and tell him what is happening. Ask for His peace and help.
Elkhorn Hills UMC marked the beginning of Holy Week with special music, the parade of palms, and an Easter Egg Hunt. The outdoor Easter Egg Hunt was replaced with indoor fun due to the cool and extremely windy conditions. A good time was had by guests, friends, and members!
I love Easter! If you’re a Christian why wouldn’t you love Easter! Easter is the day we received our name ‐ Christian. When Jesus rose from the dead he rose as the Christ, the Son of God, our Savior. So we are followers of Christ ‐ Christians. Easter is our day! It’s meant to celebrate. Before the celebration,…
Holy Week at Elkhorn Hills United Methodist Church is one of the most sacred times of the year and we will have several opportunities to remember the events of that week in the life of Jesus Christ. We will celebrate Palm Sunday on April 13 at both of our worship services -9:00 and 10:15 A.M.…