Good Friday is observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. On this day Christians commemorate the passion, or suffering, and death on the cross of the Lord, Jesus Christ.
Many Christians spend this day in fasting, prayer, repentance, and meditation on the agony and suffering of Christ on the cross. (For a more detailed explanation about Christ’s death, listen to the Palm Sunday sermon Why Did Jesus Have to Die?)
The biblical account of Jesus’ death on the cross, or crucifixion, his burial and his resurrection, or raising from the dead, can be found in the following passages of Scripture:
The Good Friday service at Pender UMC will focus on the “Wondrous Love” of Christ and how that love manifested itself in His sacrifice on the cross. The service will include special music from the Sanctuary Choir.
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Maundy Thursday, also called Holy Thursday, is a service to commemorate Jesus’ Last Supper and the beginning of our sacrament, the Lord’s Supper.
The word Maundy comes from the Latin mandatum, which means “commandment.” At the Last Supper, Jesus gave the disciples a new commandment to love one another as he had loved them (John 13:34).
Holy Thursday is the first of the three days of solemn remembrance of the events leading up to and immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus.
“The Last Supper” – museum copy of Master Paul’s sculpture (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Prior to breaking the bread with the disciples, Jesus washed their feet. Maundy Thursday worship services include Holy Communion and sometimes foot washing as well. While John’s gospel does not record the institution of the Lord’s Supper among the events of this night, the other gospels do. Christians therefore keep this night with celebrations both at the basin (footwashing) and at the Lord’s Table (Holy Communion).
The Sanctuary Choir at Pender UMC will be presenting special music based on the “Questions of the Passion.” Through the music, we will focus on the hard questions that were asked of and to Jesus during the last week of His life on earth. We will also participate in communion as we commemorate the Last Supper.
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The Bible says there is ONE God. But the Gods people talk about and believe in are so different. One is involved in everything. One never does anything but create what is. One only judges. Another only loves. Are they all the same and it doesn’t matter what we believe as long as we believe in God? Let’s see what the ONE and ONLY God is like and you can decide.
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.”
(Deuteronomy 6:4)
“I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. You shall have no other gods before me.”
(Exodus 20:1-3)
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This Week at Pender
March 14, 2013
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Sermon Series ~ Hard Questions
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There is only ONE God and he just has different names RIGHT?
The Bible says there is ONE God. But the Gods people talk about and believe in are so different. One is involved in everything. One never does anything but create what is. One only judges. Another only loves. Are they all the same and it doesn’t matter what we believe as long as we believe in God? Let’s see what the ONE and ONLY God is like and you can decide.
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.”
(Deuteronomy 6:4)
“I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. You shall have no other gods before me.”
(Exodus 20:1-3)
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Supper for the Soul Thursday Dinner TONIGHT!
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Join us for a delicious dinner at 6:00-7:00 pm and a discussion based on the sermon from the previous Sunday.
What’s for dinner TONIGHT?
Baked Macaroni & Cheese AND
Baked Macaroni w/Ham & Peas served w/fruit
What’s for dinner on March 21st?
Sandwich Night – Egg Salad, Tuna Salad & assorted deli meats served with chips and fruit
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Empty Your Pockets! Help Fight World Hunger!
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Pender Turning Point Youth Group
is putting on a Penny War
to raise money for the World Vision 30 Hour Famine!
Each high school represented in the youth group has their own jar in which to collect the money. The jar that ends up with the highest number of points wins, and the youth who participated in the famine from that school gets a prize!
How it works:
Pennies and paper money are positive points.
(For example a penny would be +1 point and a $5 bill would be +500 points)
All silver change is counted as negative points.
(So nickels are -5, dimes are -10, and quarters are -25.)
Put your pennies and paper money in your own high school’s jar!
Put silver change in your rival’s jar!
The jars will be out until the end of March. |
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Pender’s Annual Mission Conference ~ April 12-14th
Housing Needed for Visiting Missionaries
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Pender’s Annual Mission Conference is fast approaching!
We will have activities for the whole family to enjoy. Including two themed pot luck suppers of South American and Asian/Indian Food, South American Dance Demonstrations, as well as, missionary speakers and wonderful music. A full agenda will be provided soon!
We need to provide housing for the keynote speaker and visiting missionaries. If you would be willing to open up your home to bless a visiting missionary during the conference, please contact Beryl Marin. |
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Easter Plants for the Altar
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Order plants to be placed on the altar on Easter in memory or in honor of a loved one.
Plants are yours to take
after the last service on Easter Sunday.
Order forms are at the Sign-up Center
(Payment is requested with order)
Tulips and daffodils ~ $11
Azaleas ~ $16.75
Hydrangeas ~ $16.50
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Confirmation Class Begins this Sunday at 2:00 pm
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Confirmation Class starts this Sunday, March 17th
at 2:00 pm
For all 7th graders & up
who have not joined as members of Pender
For more information, please contact Tim Lyberger here .
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Story Time and Easter Egg Hunt, Wed., March 27th at 10:00 am
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The event kicks off with story time in the Sanctuary. Lots of fun for all, including an egg hunt, snacks and you can even take pictures with the Easter Bunny! (Don’t forget your camera!)
Come rain or shine — no RSVP necessary. |
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Pender Men’s Dinner ~ March 27th at 7 PM
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You are invited
to our
Pender United Methodist Men’s March Dinner
Wednesday, March 27 at 7 PM in the Fellowship Hall
To sign up, please stop by the Sign Up Center in the Narthex or e-mail S.E. Nunamaker here.
Please make your reservations by Sunday, March 24, 2013. Everyone is welcome. Hope to see you at the dinner! |
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Bless Our Missionaries this Easter!
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Sign Easter Cards to bless the missionaries supported by Pender. Stop by the area near the coat racks this Sunday to sign the cards.
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Help Wanted!
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Volunteer needed:
Immediate opening for backup Assistant Manager
Pender ReGift Thrift Store
We will train you on the cash register software and store procedures. Duties include: cover the store when Maryann Weber is not available, help customers, answer the phone and be a witness to those we help with this important ministry. Email Dave Cacner if interested.
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Have You Noticed the New Sign on Our Outreach Center?
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The Pender United Methodist Men and the Pender Outreach Team would like to thank Troy Osborne for his design and installation of the wonderful sign that is now on the Outreach Center. This is a welcome addition that conveys important information to contributors, clients, and customers.
Troy, thank you and a job well done!
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Item of the Week for WFCM
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Western Fairfax Christian Ministries
is in great need of the following to
distribute to the needy in our area:
PERSONAL HYGIENE ITEMS
Donations can be left in the blue grocery cart in the coat rack section.
46 oz. bottles of oil & fruit juices are always needed and welcome too!
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Save The Date
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March 16 Mulch Delivery
March 23 Arlington District Methodist Men’s Executive Board Meeting
March 24 Palm Sunday
March 27 Men’s Dinner
March 27 Easter Story Time and Egg Hunt
March 28 Holy Thursday Service
March 29 Good Friday Service
March 31 Easter Sunday Services:
– Sunrise
– 9:30 Contemporary Service
– 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am Traditional Services
April 7 Sing ‘n Celebrate Service with Time of Healing
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12401 Alder Woods Dr.
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 278-8023
(703) 352-3375 fax
Sunday Services at 8:15 AM, 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Child Care Provided
www.penderumc.org
church.office@penderumc.org
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