JOIN US FOR THE JOURNEY OF LENT
We celebrate Lent to remember the journey Jesus made leading to His sacrifice on the cross, and ultimately our salvation. In our Lenten sermon series, we will intentionally focus on studying and applying the spiritual disciplines to better connect with God.
We encourage everyone to engage in some spiritual discipline to draw closer to God during this season of preparation. Disciplines include meditation, prayer, solitude, confession, submission, worship, fasting, and sabbath rest.
DIGITAL FAST
Fasting is a spiritual practice symbolizing humility, dependence on God, and a desire for spiritual renewal. It involves abstaining from food, certain activities, or comforts for a period of time to create space for prayer and self-reflection.
This season of Lent, we invite you to participate in a digital fast. Rather than going without your phone for forty days, we challenge you to reframe how you use it: as a utility, rather than a source of distraction. Use this time to replace endless scrolling with moments of prayer, encouragement, and intentional focus.
Download this guide to help you define the parameters for your digital fast.
REFLECTIVE SERVICE
March 9 – April 13 | Sundays, 7:15 – 7:45 AM | (FEC) Sanctuary
Lent is a time of prayer and renewal. As a way to make space for moments of stillness with God, we will again be offering our Reflective Service on the Sundays during Lent, from 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM in the Sanctuary. This quiet gathering offers a space for prayer, Scripture, and contemplation as we prepare our hearts for the cross. In the midst of a busy season, this is an opportunity to refocus, acknowledge our need for God, and reflect on Christ’s sacrifice. Whether you come seeking renewal or simply a time of quiet prayer, we welcome you to join us in this meaningful time of worship.
ASH WEDNESDAY
Imposition of Ashes | March 5, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Market St
If you wish to receive ashes at the start of your day, we’ll have two pastors present on Market St from 7 – 8 AM to impose them on you. Pastor Matt will be outside the Church Office, and Pastor Janet will be outside the Christian Life Center (CLC).
Sanctuary Service | March 5, 6:30 PM | (FEC) Sanctuary — 604 Market St
Our Ash Wednesday service will hold time for reflection on our need for forgiveness through prayer, musical offerings, and the imposition of ashes.
LIVE-STREAM: You can worship with us online on our Church Online Platform.
CHILDREN: The Nursery and sparkzone will NOT be available for this service.
PALM SUNDAY
April 13, 9:00 AM | (FEC) Sanctuary — 604 Market St
Palm Sunday is the first day of Holy Week, and commemorates the day when Jesus triumphantly entered Jerusalem on a donkey, defying expectations of the foretold Savior, as the citizens greeted Him with palm branches shouting, “Hosanna!”
Our children will be leading the service by parading with palms, sharing in prayer and Scripture, and in musical worship.
CHILDREN: The Nursery and sparkzone will be available at both the Traditional and Contemporary services.
HOLY THURSDAY
April 17, 7:00 PM | (FEC) Sanctuary — 604 Market St
As Jesus knew his final days were upon Him he decided to spend it with his friends around the table, and in prayer. That will be the inspiration for our worship on this day as well. Our service will include a time of communion.
CHILDREN: The Nursery and sparkzone will NOT be available for this service.
LIVE-STREAM: You can worship with us online on our Church Online Platform.
GOOD FRIDAY
April 18, 7:00 PM | (FEC) Sanctuary — 604 Market St
We will be reflecting on Jesus’ death during our Good Friday service, which will feature elements designed and led by our fuse youth. This is a solemn worship experience where we leave in silence and darkness.
CHILDREN: The Nursery Room will be open for parents who need to utilize this space for their children ages 0-3, but it will not be staffed. There will be no sparkzone.
EASTER WORSHIP SERVICES
We invite you to join us as we celebrate the good news of the risen Christ! Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is a simple, yet powerful event in Christianity. His death bridged the gap between people and God. Death does not have the final say; we have the gift of eternal life!
SUNRISE SERVICE
April 20, 6:15 AM | Grampian Hills Cross, 299 Reservoir Rd, Williamsport
Rejoice in the good news of the resurrection as the sun rises to greet the day. This service will involve a brief message on the empty tomb, contemplation, prayer, and time for reflection.
Be sure to dress appropriately and bring a chair if you need one.
CHILDREN: The Nursery and sparkzone will NOT be available, but worship bags will be available to pick up for your child(ren) as you enter the service.
TRADITIONAL EASTER SERVICE
April 20, 8:00 AM & 9:30 AM | (FEC) Sanctuary — 604 Market St
Rejoice in the good news of the resurrection as the sun illuminates Jesus’ life featured on the stained glass windows in our Sanctuary. The choir will lead celebratory hymns of the season.
The 8 AM and 9:30 AM services are identical.
LIVE-STREAM: The 9:30 AM Easter Service will be live-streamed. When you log onto the website, there will be a chatbox to the right of the video. We invite you to write in your name in the chatbox so you can interact with others. You’ll see an online host greeting folks and providing helpful links throughout the service for things like the connection card, upcoming events, and giving.
CHILDREN:
- 8:00 AM: sparkzone will NOT be available, but worship bags will be available to pick up for your child(ren) as you enter the service. The Nursery Room will be open, but not staffed, should you need to use it.
- 9:30 AM: The Nursery will be available for children 0 – 3 for this time. There will NOT be sparkzone, but worship bags will be available to pick up for your child(ren) as you enter the service.
CONTEMPORARY EASTER SERVICE
April 20, 11:00 AM | (CLC) Stryker Hall — 601 Market St
Rejoice in the good news of the resurrection with a worship band leading songs you typically may hear on the radio. This service will involve a brief message on the hope we have, prayer, and giving.
CHILDREN: The Nursery and sparkzone will NOT be available, but worship bags will be available to pick up for your child(ren) as you enter the service.