Mark 11:1-11, The Message Everyone had gathered for the Festival of the Passover. But who was invited to the public procession and display of liberation? People who needed hope were gathered to remember their deliverance from the oppressive acts of Pharaoh. God had intervened then and was about to intervene again. The Roman Empire was … Continue reading Poor People’s Procession!
HOLY WEEK STATIONS OF THE CROSS – Palm Sunday through Easter The Stations of the Cross is a series of fourteen stations that travel through Jesus’ final steps to the cross. They begin at his condemnation by Pilate and go through to his crucifixion and burial. Our version of the SOTC is a self-guided … Continue reading What’s Happening, March 22, 2018
John 12:20-33, The Message Profound messages usually begin with a request! Jesus is at it again. There is a strange request from some Greeks. During the Passover festival, the crowds are large and the Pharisees are nervous about the appeal of Jesus’ popularity with everyone. But this time, Jesus doesn’t grant the request, he rather … Continue reading No Way Around It!
THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 18 11AM – EASTER EGG HUNT Rooftop Garden, Christian Life Center 12PM – CHURCH FELLOWSHIP POTLUCK DINNER McKendree Church will provide the meat Our church is blessed with many wonderful cooks -- Please bring your special side dishes and desserts to share! Everyone is welcome to enjoy this day with us! ************************************************************* … Continue reading What’s Happening, March 15, 2018
John 3:14-21, New Revised Standard Version What does believing in Jesus really mean? Why did Jesus need to come into the world? Jesus is coming into the world to introduce a new way of living through his teachings. Jesus is offering an invitation for humanity to be restored to its original state. For John sin … Continue reading Let’s Choose Love Over Evil!
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