Adult Forum, a welcoming, inclusive gathering of people who want to learn about and discuss a wide range of topics pertaining to Christian life and faith, meets in the Fellowship Hall at Bethel from 8:30-9:45am on most Sunday mornings. Please click here for more information about this month’s speakers.
Sunday morning education for ages 3 through 12th grade.
We share a simple meal before our Vespers service.
Sunday morning education for ages 3 through 12th grade.
Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday Holy Communion, with palm procession and reading of the Passion according to Mark. The service today begins in the gym at the west end of the building. Readings Mark 11:1-11 Jesus enters Jerusalem Isaiah 50:4-9a The servant of the Lord submits to suffering Psalm 31:9-16 Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. ...
The Three Days: Maundy Thursday Holy Communion, with foot-washing and stripping of the altar
The Three Days: Good Friday Reading of the Passion according to John, Bidding Prayer (Solemn Collects), and Procession of the Cross Readings Isaiah 52:13—53:12 The suffering servant Psalm 22 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Hebrews 10:16-25 The way to God is opened by Jesus' death John 18:1—19:42 The passion and death of Christ
This is the night! Striking of the new fire, Easter proclamation, vigil readings, affirmation of baptism, first alleluia of Easter, first Eucharist of Easter. Incense will be used at this service.