Palm Sunday Service - 11AM
"Hosanna!" This is the Sunday morning service that officially begins Holy Week. It was the day that would set apart the Lord's Anointed King as the one who would go to war against sin, death, and the Devil -- the enemies of God's people. As the crowds sang the Psalms solely reserved for their Messianic King, a Son of David, they did not perceive that this Anointed One would soon become the Lamb of God who would secure complete victory by taking on the punishment for sins. "Save I pray, O King of Israel!"
"Hosanna!" This is the Sunday morning service that officially begins Holy Week. It was the day that would set apart the Lord's Anointed King as the one who would go to war against sin, death, and the Devil -- the enemies of God's people. As the crowds sang the Psalms solely reserved for their Messianic King, a Son of David, they did not perceive that this Anointed One would soon become the Lamb of God who would secure complete victory by taking on the punishment for sins. "Save I pray, O King of Israel!"
Olivet Discourse Tuesday - 6:30PM
"...and the end will come." During Holy Week, after the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, the disciples asked the Messiah a series of questions, "...what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” Jesus began a long discourse that has had preachers and Bible readers attempting to work out a time-line for the "end of the age." We will look at this discourse and navigate a sound interpretation to the whole of the text and context (and the comparable passages documented in the Gospel of Mark and Luke.) Join us!
"...and the end will come." During Holy Week, after the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, the disciples asked the Messiah a series of questions, "...what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” Jesus began a long discourse that has had preachers and Bible readers attempting to work out a time-line for the "end of the age." We will look at this discourse and navigate a sound interpretation to the whole of the text and context (and the comparable passages documented in the Gospel of Mark and Luke.) Join us!
Passover Wednesday - 6:00PM
"Where do You want us to go and prepare, that You may eat the Passover?" This Jewish "teaching meal" has been at the center of Jewish identity for thousands of years. What place should the Passover meal have in the life of the Christian? Should churches re-enact this celebration? Do we know how to reconcile some of the apparent discrepancies found in the Gospel narratives? Each year, as a part of our regular Wednesday Night Family Meal, we uncover a new aspect of this observance that demonstrates, with graphic detail, the redeeming power of God to save His people. Enjoy a meal and lesson with us on this night!
Menu Items: A candle, flat bread, a cup of wine, a white linen (napkin) for wrapping a small item, parsley, salt water, bitter herbs, sweet fruit mixture, an egg, lamb (chicken meat) an empty chair).
"Where do You want us to go and prepare, that You may eat the Passover?" This Jewish "teaching meal" has been at the center of Jewish identity for thousands of years. What place should the Passover meal have in the life of the Christian? Should churches re-enact this celebration? Do we know how to reconcile some of the apparent discrepancies found in the Gospel narratives? Each year, as a part of our regular Wednesday Night Family Meal, we uncover a new aspect of this observance that demonstrates, with graphic detail, the redeeming power of God to save His people. Enjoy a meal and lesson with us on this night!
Menu Items: A candle, flat bread, a cup of wine, a white linen (napkin) for wrapping a small item, parsley, salt water, bitter herbs, sweet fruit mixture, an egg, lamb (chicken meat) an empty chair).
Maundy Thursday* Service - 7PM
"Remember me." The words of Jesus as he participated in his last Passover meal with his disciples. The Jewish Passover was the context for not only remembering God's redeeming work for the Hebrew people; but also an occasion to remember the redeeming work of the savior for all those who trust in him. We invite you to join us as we retell the story of this last supper and also participate around The Table as we remember all who Jesus is, all that he has done, and all that he promises to do for his saints in the future!
"Remember me." The words of Jesus as he participated in his last Passover meal with his disciples. The Jewish Passover was the context for not only remembering God's redeeming work for the Hebrew people; but also an occasion to remember the redeeming work of the savior for all those who trust in him. We invite you to join us as we retell the story of this last supper and also participate around The Table as we remember all who Jesus is, all that he has done, and all that he promises to do for his saints in the future!
Good Friday* Service - Noon
The death of death is "Good!" And yet only the perfect Lamb of God could provide such a salvation at the sacrifice of his own life. As Jesus was subject to great humiliation throughout, and finally outside the walls of Jerusalem some 2000 years ago, our Noon time service will focus on an afternoon event which marked the day that shook all of heaven and earth for eternity. Join us for our time of reflection and meditation.
The death of death is "Good!" And yet only the perfect Lamb of God could provide such a salvation at the sacrifice of his own life. As Jesus was subject to great humiliation throughout, and finally outside the walls of Jerusalem some 2000 years ago, our Noon time service will focus on an afternoon event which marked the day that shook all of heaven and earth for eternity. Join us for our time of reflection and meditation.
Resurrection Sunday -
"He has risen!" On a day of perplexed confusion, the risen savior demonstrated with incontrovertible evidence that he was risen, indeed. The fear and despair of Jesus' followers was replaced by the joy and vigor of a brand new life! We invite you to celebrate this new life, not only found in the heart of our faith, but rooted in the testimony of history and scripture. The entire world changed on this day! We pray for these same changes to capture all of our devotions!
"He has risen!" On a day of perplexed confusion, the risen savior demonstrated with incontrovertible evidence that he was risen, indeed. The fear and despair of Jesus' followers was replaced by the joy and vigor of a brand new life! We invite you to celebrate this new life, not only found in the heart of our faith, but rooted in the testimony of history and scripture. The entire world changed on this day! We pray for these same changes to capture all of our devotions!
On Resurrection Sunday after church, those who wish to participate in an egg hunt are invited to do so.
National Day of Prayer -
On the First Thursday of May, community members, church leaders, and city officers gather together to lift up prayers on behalf of our neighborhood and world. Meeting times will be posted near the date.
On the First Thursday of May, community members, church leaders, and city officers gather together to lift up prayers on behalf of our neighborhood and world. Meeting times will be posted near the date.
ROSEMARK CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING SERVICE - 5PM
Since the 1940's, a Christmas Tree in the center of town becomes the focus of our shared community values -- joy and peace are our calling. Join us for this special community service which is always followed by a time of refreshments and fellowship.
Since the 1940's, a Christmas Tree in the center of town becomes the focus of our shared community values -- joy and peace are our calling. Join us for this special community service which is always followed by a time of refreshments and fellowship.
CHRISTMAS EVE - 5PM
This is a unique service that is celebrated all over the world! Richland celebrates with a candle lit service and recalls the lessons and carols program that had it's fruition in the Reformed Churches of England. We pray that you will make this a regular part of your family tradition.
This is a unique service that is celebrated all over the world! Richland celebrates with a candle lit service and recalls the lessons and carols program that had it's fruition in the Reformed Churches of England. We pray that you will make this a regular part of your family tradition.