Good afternoon, church family! I know Easter is still 39 days away, but I am just so excited about what’s coming! Easter is the biggest celebration in the church, so let’s take the party to our community this season. Here’s how we’re going to do it (and how you can help!):
FAMILY PICNIC & EGG HUNT
It all starts on Saturday, April 12 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with a Family Picnic and Egg Hunt right on our church lawn! All are invited for a free lunch, games, crafts and egg hunt. Lunch includes burgers on the grill provided by a generous donation from Creekstone Farms in Ark City, KS.
Here’s where we need your help:
Volunteer and/or bring something (signups are in the church lobby)
Help us stuff Easter eggs with candy (date to be announced soon)
Invite friends, family and neighbors (we'll have invite cards to share)
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
Before Easter, we remember the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross and the turmoil and division leading up to the crucifixion. Join us April 18 at 6:30 p.m. to hear the Word read aloud and experience the darkness of Good Friday. This will bring proper context and set the stage for the hope and celebration of Easter Sunday.
EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE
New this year – let’s celebrate our Risen Lord and Savior at daybreak with a special Easter Sunrise Communion Service outside by the church pond starting at 6:45 a.m. The sunrise will be at 6:48 that morning, and if you have never experienced an Easter sunrise, I encourage you to bring a lawn chair or blanket and join us at the water’s edge for a one-of-a-kind Easter experience.
EASTER SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE
The celebration culminates in our Easter Sunday worship service starting at 10:30 a.m. in our sanctuary! Let’s worship Jesus and celebrate His resurrection in song, scripture and preaching of His Word.
This is an excellent season to invite friends, neighbors, coworkers, relatives and anyone else to church! Who do you know who needs the good news and hope of Jesus Christ?
You have been born anew into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
-1 Peter 1:3
May that living hope come alive in you this Easter season!
--Pastor Billy
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES EVENT: All ladies are invited to “A Surprising Encounter with Christ” by special guest speaker Lynnette Hawkins on Saturday, March 22, 1-3 p.m. in the church lobby. We could use a few volunteers to bring some finger foods. Sign up at the floral display in the church lobby.
HANDS TEAM: We have a “Hands Team” at the church made of men who are ready to assist those who need help with projects around the house. Email WLCCHands@gmail.com if you need assistance.
CRAFT CONNECTIONS: Hook and Needles has a new name: Craft Connections! Anyone interested in crafting can contact director Tiff Ward. The group’s next meeting is Monday (March 17) at 6 p.m. at the church.
SAVE THE DATE FOR VBS 2025: This summer we’re inviting all kids to Trust Jesus in a Wild World with TRUE NORTH – our Vacation Bible School that will run each evening June 18-20. Be on the lookout for more information as we draw closer to the summer. We’ll have a volunteers’ meeting on May 18.
JUST FOR FUN
Hey, you read Pastor Billy's midweek check-in all the way to the end! As a reward, check out these crazy stories I came across recently:
The Museum of Failure highlights products, inventions and ideas that didn’t work out. But the founder said last month the exhibit is no longer opening and said “The Museum of Failure is a failure.”
Finally, a good use for vegetables: making them into instruments and forming an orchestra.
New thermoelectric yarn developed by scientists in Sweden allows clothing to harness body heat and generate electricity, which means we’re one step closer to your clothing charging your phone.
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