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Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances and ascension hit his followers while they were processing his death and resurrection. But when they were finished, they were filled with a new joy and purpose. Mark to Acts With the second Sunday of Easter, the … Continue reading
From a human perspective, Jesus’ significance runs backward. It is in the light of the empty tomb that we see the meaning of the events of Holy Week. Four Years Ago As I was preparing to write this reflection, I … Continue reading
Do your families jump from the palm parade to hiding Easter eggs? Give them the opportunity to understand and celebrate this awesome Jesus week. Palms to Eggs I have found that many families, adults as well as children, miss out … Continue reading
The Three Days of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter represent the holiest days of the church year. These stories represent both fear and joy. Triduum is an ancient Latin word that means “three days” and is used to refer … Continue reading
Bible Reading: Luke 24:1-12 Free Resource: Empty Tomb Rolls (Cross+Gen Education – NL) Unit Theme (April 4—May 23): Birth of the Church The Point: Women proclaim the news that Jesus has risen from the dead. The Good News Christ has … Continue reading
The news right now is grim and anxiety-producing. It seems like every email I receive and Facebook post I read tells me the way of life we have experienced in the past is over. But you know that. You don’t … Continue reading
Bible Readings (Palm Sunday & Holy Week): Mark 11:1-11; 15:16-39 Bible Readings (Easter): Mark 16:1-8 Free Resources: Holy Week Stations (Cross+Gen Worship, NL), The Empty Tomb (Cross+Gen Worship, NL) Unit Theme (March 29—April 12): God’s Triumph The Point: We can … Continue reading
Maundy Thursday Bible Readings: John 19:23-30 Free Resources: Litany of Holy Week (Cross+Gen Worship) [Note: All resource links download the same ZIP file.] Lenten Theme (March 11 – March 30): God’s Kingdom Revealed The Kingdom of Sacrifice This is Holy … Continue reading