In times of temptation, misunderstanding, shame, suffering, grief, and celebration, What Does Jesus Do? This Lent, we will step into stories full of common human experiences and watch how Jesus responds. Come and see.
“What Would Jesus Do?” We have all seen the wristbands, banners, and bumper stickers. “W.W.J.D?” has become a common shorthand reminder or an instant reflection on our daily actions and our moral choices. How should we speak when feeling anger or joy or confusion? What should we do for people in need when we encounter them? How should we act in bad traffic when we use our turn signals, but others don’t? The answer to those questions might be “What would Jesus do?” But at some point, that can become a cliché that loses its impact. Because the Word of God in Jesus is alive and active, we are invited to ask the question this Lent, “What DOES Jesus Do?” Jesus has shown us the way in his very life so that we don’t have to wonder what would Jesus do, we can follow the example given to us in the Living Word of the Holy Bible and be transformed by the Holy Spirit when we witness what Jesus does do.
Create Your Own W.D.J.D. Bracelet!
Create Your Own W.D.J.D. Bracelet | Sundays through Lent in Fellowship Hall
Congregants of all ages are invited to make and take a bracelet as a reminder to ask the question throughout this Lenten season, “What Does Jesus Do?”! We hope that you will stop by!
Community Event for All Ages
Saturday, March 28 | 10 am - 12 pm
Join the fun on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am - 12 pm for a community Easter event! All ages are invited to put on your best running shoes and come ready to participate in races with your friends or hop over to the special pre-K obstacle course challenge as we move from the slow walk of Lent into the sprint of Holy Week to the empty tomb of Easter! Want to come but don’t feel up to running? No problem! Make a floral “Resurrection bouquet”, enjoy the sweetness of new life at Farmer Steve’s traveling petting zoo, and meet the Easter bunny! See you at the starting line! Ready? Set? Go!
Prayer Labyrinth
Prayer Labyrinth | Throughout Lent | Prayer Room
All are invited to come and walk the Prayer Labyrinth during Lent. The Labyrinth is a path of meditation, going at your own pace, quieting your mind, and directing your thoughts in prayer.
Pastor's Pick: Lenten Study
Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 at 10 am OR
Wednesdays, February 25 - April 1 at 6 pm
Why Did Jesus Have to Die? explores the complex significance of Jesus' death, moving beyond simple transaction-based explanations to offer multiple New Testament perspectives (like sacrifice, ransom, victory, reconciliation) to help readers understand how the crucifixion transforms lives and reveals God's love, encouraging faith through deeper understanding rather than just a single theological answer. Register below.
LENT Events
Easter Lilies
This year you may purchase a lily that will be used to decorate the church for Easter. Your lily purchase can be made “In Honor of” or “In Memory of” loved ones. Lilies are $15 and may be taken home on Easter Sunday.
HOLY WEEK
March 29, 2026 | 9 and 11:15 am in the Sanctuary
On this Palm Sunday, we commemorate the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem! Palms will be available to wave and we'll have a Palm Parade!
April 2, 2026 | 12 pm in the Sanctuary
We mark the Last Supper Jesus shared with his disciples. Accessible service followed by light reception in the Gathering Hall.
April 2, 2026 | 5 pm at Fourth Avenue UMC
We mark the Last Supper Jesus shared with his disciples, alongside our friends at The Bridge.
At Fourth Ave UMC - 318 W St. Catherine St. 5 pm Dinner and 6 pm Service. Joined by our Bridge Communities and friends from The Healing Place.
April 3, 2026 | 12 pm and 7 pm in the Sanctuary
Join us for this Good Friday Service as we remember the crucifixion of Jesus on the cross.
April 5, 2026 | 7 am at Zachary Taylor Cemetery
Easter Sunrise Service at Zachary Taylor Cemetery. In case of inclement weather, it will be held in the Chapel.
April 5, 2026 | 9 am and 11:15 am in the Sanctuary
Join us for this Easter Worship Service as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus!