Easter & Lent Activities
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Ash Wednesday
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday with CITD’s Rev Julius Keller preaching , February 14th, 2018. NSUMC will begin the season in a traditional service with the imposition of ashes at 7:00 p.m.
The Lenten offerings will go to Kairos Outside Prison Ministry. Kairos Outside is a special Christian weekend retreat designed to support the female loved ones of the men and women who are or have been incarcerated. Families of the incarcerated “do time” right along with their loved ones. In a safe environment with loving people, women interact with women who are in similar situations and learn to form small groups to give them strength for the challenges they face.
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday with CITD’s Rev Julius Keller preaching , February 14th, 2018. NSUMC will begin the season in a traditional service with the imposition of ashes at 7:00 p.m.
The Lenten offerings will go to Kairos Outside Prison Ministry. Kairos Outside is a special Christian weekend retreat designed to support the female loved ones of the men and women who are or have been incarcerated. Families of the incarcerated “do time” right along with their loved ones. In a safe environment with loving people, women interact with women who are in similar situations and learn to form small groups to give them strength for the challenges they face.
Holy Week Services
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March 25th, 2018, 8:30 & 10:00 a.m.
Palm Sunday Worship
The Palm Sunday service commemorates Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem which is mentioned in all four canonical Gospels. Children are invited to join in the palm processional as the service begins. Both services will also include music from the Chancel Choir. Our AngleiX, KIds of Grace and Cherub Choirs will perform at the 10:00 am service.
Palm Sunday Worship
The Palm Sunday service commemorates Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem which is mentioned in all four canonical Gospels. Children are invited to join in the palm processional as the service begins. Both services will also include music from the Chancel Choir. Our AngleiX, KIds of Grace and Cherub Choirs will perform at the 10:00 am service.
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March 29th, 2018, 7:00 p.m.
Maundy Thursday Service
Begin the story of Jesus’ journey to the cross with this special service of Dramatic Storytellers, Music and Communion. The powerful and moving act of stripping the sanctuary will follow Holy Communion.
This service will be held at Cross in the Desert, 12835 N 32nd Street Phoenix, AZ 85032, (602) 992-1960.
http://www.crossinthedesert.org/
Maundy Thursday Service
Begin the story of Jesus’ journey to the cross with this special service of Dramatic Storytellers, Music and Communion. The powerful and moving act of stripping the sanctuary will follow Holy Communion.
This service will be held at Cross in the Desert, 12835 N 32nd Street Phoenix, AZ 85032, (602) 992-1960.
http://www.crossinthedesert.org/
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March 30th, 2018, 7:00 p.m.
Good Friday Service
Join us on Good Friday, March 30th at 7:00pm in the NSUMC Sanctuary as the choirs from NSUMC and Cross in the Desert UMC combine their talents for our Good Friday Service. The 60-voice combined choirs and participants from both churches will be presenting "Reflections at the Cross." This powerful and dramatic work is an invitation to contemplate on the solemn day of the church year, the love and sacrifice of Christ. Don't miss this highly spiritual service during Holy Week. This service will begin at 7:00pm in the NSUMC 600 seat sanctuary. Nursery care will be available.
The Lenten offerings will go to Kairos Outside Prison Ministry. Kairos Outside is a special Christian weekend retreat designed to support the female loved ones of the men and women who are or have been incarcerated. Families of the incarcerated “do time” right along with their loved ones. In a safe environment with loving people, women interact with women who are in similar situations and learn to form small groups to give them strength for the challenges they face.
Good Friday Service
Join us on Good Friday, March 30th at 7:00pm in the NSUMC Sanctuary as the choirs from NSUMC and Cross in the Desert UMC combine their talents for our Good Friday Service. The 60-voice combined choirs and participants from both churches will be presenting "Reflections at the Cross." This powerful and dramatic work is an invitation to contemplate on the solemn day of the church year, the love and sacrifice of Christ. Don't miss this highly spiritual service during Holy Week. This service will begin at 7:00pm in the NSUMC 600 seat sanctuary. Nursery care will be available.
The Lenten offerings will go to Kairos Outside Prison Ministry. Kairos Outside is a special Christian weekend retreat designed to support the female loved ones of the men and women who are or have been incarcerated. Families of the incarcerated “do time” right along with their loved ones. In a safe environment with loving people, women interact with women who are in similar situations and learn to form small groups to give them strength for the challenges they face.
Three Easter Sunday Worship Services
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April 1st, 2018, 6:30a.m.
Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m. Come in your blue jeans and join us for the first service of Easter morning on the Outdoor Sports Court! There will be music, Holy Communion, coffee and sweets afterward! Come early and wake up with joy in the Son! |
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April 1st, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Worship Service with Communion at 8:30 a.m. Join us NSUMC the Sanctuary bursts into the colors of spring and both of the choirs fill the Choir Loft with the music and an accompanying trumpets. NSUMC will have activities for children in the Fellowship Hall during the service. Adults and children are encouraged to stop by the Fellowship Hall after service for coffee and sweets. 
April 1st, 2018, 10:00 a.m.
Traditional Worship Service & Easter Egg Hunt 10:00 a.m. Adults may join NSUMC as the Sanctuary bursts into the colors of spring and both of the choirs fill the Choir Loft with the music. Activities and crafts for children will be in the Fellowship Hall during the service. The Easter Egg hunt will occur on the playground. Please stop by the Fellowship Hall after service for coffee, sweets and friendly fellowship! 
April 1st, 2018, 10:00 am
Easter Egg Hunt All children, ages 3-12, are invited to join NSUMC for storytelling, crafts, snacks and an Easter Egg hunt. These activities will take place during the 10:00 am service. |
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