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“Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. “Take away the stone,” he said. John 11:38
Lazarus is dead. Dead-dead. Jesus approaches the tomb of His friend not with cold detachment, but with deep emotional anguish, a "groaning" in His spirit. Jesus isn’t distant from our pain, not aloof and unconcerned, he is fully aware of the agony of our loss and our fear of death.
There is something standing between us and hope, a great big rock we call death. Jesus came to remove that barrier, and thankfully it wasn’t too heavy for him! In a few weeks we will be retelling that familiar redemption story of a different tomb, and a stone that had been rolled away.
Don’t forget to experience the full Gospel story! Nowadays it’s too easy to skip from the “Hosanna!” (Palm Sunday), to “He is risen” on Easter morning, and miss the richness and power of the story of our redemption. Join us as we recall God “passing over” at the Seder dinner (Wednesday). Hear Jesus’ command to “love one another” on Maundy Thursday. Weep at Jesus’ words, “it is finished”, as he dies on the cross on Good Friday. From the high to the low, and back up to the highest – we can boldly proclaim “He is risen, indeed!” See the schedule and times below, and bring a friend!
LENTEN SERIES
Join us this Wednesday, March 25th, for a soup supper at 6:00 p.m. and a study at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This week’s topic is “Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead” in John 11:1-44.
Experience the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead as artist Paul Oman brings this dramatic event to life on canvas, layer upon layer, scene after scene. Lazarus gives a first-person account of this encounter and how it changed his life. Music and sound effects accompany the storyline.
In Christ;
Pastor Dan
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
This Sunday we are welcoming our former pastor, Rev. Paul F. Arnold, to preach as a part of our centennial celebration this year. Pastor Paul served First Lutheran for fifty years! Join us for a delicious lunch Sunday in his honor in the Fellowship Hall.
Join us for our final Lenten study this Wednesday evening, with a soup supper beginning at 6:00 p.m., and Bible study starting at 6:30 p.m. The topic is “Jesus Raising Lazarus from the Dead” from John 11:1-44.
Everyone is invited to come to the annual Passover Seder held by Holy Cross and Tikvah Israel Churches on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel. There is a sign-up sheet (RSVP) and costs $15.00 / person. Come learn the meaning behind the Seder meal.
We’re looking for volunteers to help with Vacation Bible School this spring. Parents, mark your calendars for June 15-19, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Our theme this year is: “True North”, where the kids will have an unforgettable Alaskan adventure! This year we will be adding a track for4-&5-year-olds, as well as the elementary youth. Registration will begin in April. See Kaitlyn Hallett to sign up.
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE:
March 29 – Palm Sunday, come early to take part in procession of palms
April 1 at 5:00 p.m. – Passover Seder Meal, Chapel – Tickets $15 (RSVP)
April 2 at 7:00 p.m. – Maundy Thursday Worship, Choir Rehearsal at 6:00 p.m.
April 3 at 6:45 p.m. – Good Friday – Prayer Stations & Worship with The Light WPB.
April 5 at 10:00 a.m. – Easter Worship, Egg Hunt & Brunch
ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND SCHEDULE
April 11 at 10:00 a.m. – Artist Paul Oman Painting & Teaching on Luke 15
April 12 at 10:00 a.m. – Centennial Worship, Bishop Selbo, & Artist Paul Oman
11:30a.m.- 1:30 p.m. SW Food Truck & Fair – games, bouncy, displays
1:30p.m. – Centennial Program: “Memories, Music, and Mission”
3:00p.m. – Hors d’oeuvres & Dessert
