Lent & Holy Week at OPCC
Lent is a time to draw near to God through spiritual disciplines – worship, Bible study, acts of service, sacrifice and prayer. We have lots of options for you here at OPCC during Lent and Holy Week, and we hope you will take advantage of these during this season! Join us in drawing closer to God as we journey through Lent, toward the cross and toward grace, together.
Lenten Bible Study
"Easter is the turning point of human history and the turning point of our lives...Within that one great story are the stories of men and women who lived through those incredible days and witness a truth that is both unbelievable and undeniable... The story of Easter is often told in the voices of its major characters: Christ, Peter, Herod, Pilate, and a few others. But the Gospel writers tell the stories of others who were in Jerusalem that week. Those lives are the subject of the book "On the Road to the Cross"," and our weekly study throughout Lent. The study will be led by both Bo and Laura, and will meet Wednesdays, March 1 – April 12, at 6:00 pm in the Fireside Room.
Prayer During Lent
OPCC has provided a Lenten daily devotional, “Fellowship of Prayer” for anyone interested, as we all pray together through this season of Lent. Hard copies of the devotional booklets are available by the Library counter, or you can visit the Chalice Press website to purchase an electronic copy. Whether as a family or on your own, we invite everyone to read the devotion each day and pray the prayer for that day, continuing through each day of Lent as we traverse the road to the cross, the road to grace, together.
"Easter is the turning point of human history and the turning point of our lives...Within that one great story are the stories of men and women who lived through those incredible days and witness a truth that is both unbelievable and undeniable... The story of Easter is often told in the voices of its major characters: Christ, Peter, Herod, Pilate, and a few others. But the Gospel writers tell the stories of others who were in Jerusalem that week. Those lives are the subject of the book "On the Road to the Cross"," and our weekly study throughout Lent. The study will be led by both Bo and Laura, and will meet Wednesdays, March 1 – April 12, at 6:00 pm in the Fireside Room.
Prayer During Lent
OPCC has provided a Lenten daily devotional, “Fellowship of Prayer” for anyone interested, as we all pray together through this season of Lent. Hard copies of the devotional booklets are available by the Library counter, or you can visit the Chalice Press website to purchase an electronic copy. Whether as a family or on your own, we invite everyone to read the devotion each day and pray the prayer for that day, continuing through each day of Lent as we traverse the road to the cross, the road to grace, together.
Holy Week
The prayers, praise, and reflections all along our Lenten journey are rapidly coming to an end as we make our way toward Holy Week. Please take note of the many continued and new opportunities we have during Holy Week. We hope you will make every effort to be a part of our family of faith during this special time in the church year.
The prayers, praise, and reflections all along our Lenten journey are rapidly coming to an end as we make our way toward Holy Week. Please take note of the many continued and new opportunities we have during Holy Week. We hope you will make every effort to be a part of our family of faith during this special time in the church year.
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Sunday, April 9 – April 16
Prayer Stations Uniquely focused Prayer Stations will be set-up in the Overflow Room, Sanctuary and Courtyard, providing a time and space for you to experience God in your life. Prayer Stations offer a simple approach to prayer and spiritual reflection where you can participate at your own pace. Participate in as many or as few as you choose and please plan to come back more than once. Sunday, April 9 Palm Sunday & Processional Children have the opportunity to join us in our Palm Sunday Processional on Sunday morning at 10:30am. Talk with Lisa Setty for more information! |
Wednesday, April 12
Final Study of "On the Road to the Cross" You are still welcome to join us as we finish our study of the book, "On the Road to the Cross" at 6:00pm in the Fireside Room. No need to have read the book in advance. Thursday, April 13 Maundy Thursday Join us at 7:00pm for a "Living Last Supper." On this special night we will share in prayer, drama, communion, and singing. Our OPCC musicians will have special offerings this night! Sunday, April 16 Easter Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am Easter Worship Baptisms will be included during the 10:30am Sunday Worship. Christian Education classes will not be held on Easter Sunday, but will resume on Sunday, April 23. We will also host a Baptism reception following worship. |
