#WeChooseWelcome
Like most church congregations, we worship, study, pray and care for one another. Our passion is working together to try to make the world a better place. By doing tangible, concrete things that improve people’s lives, we honor God and live out what Jesus means when he says, “Love God and love your neighbor.” If that resonates with you, we hope you’ll come visit.
This Sunday
Preacher: Ann Palmerton
Times: 8:45 and 11:00 a.m.
Lenten Winter
Wednesdays
Wednesday, March 27, 6:00-7:30 p.m., Palmer Hall.
Come share a simple dinner meal and hear Dr. Linda Mercadante, Methodist Theological School in Ohio professor, speak on “SBNRs” – “Spiritual But Not Religious,” to help us understand why many people, including, for some of us, our adult children, no longer go to church.
Holy Week
Worship Services
Sunday, April 14 – Palm Sunday
Palms will be shared at both our 8:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services. As part of our 11:00 a.m. service, children and parents are encouraged to join the traditional palm processional at the start of worship.
Thursday, April 18 – Maundy Thursday
At 7:30 p.m., join us in the Sanctuary for this “Service of the Shadows.”
Frisday, April 19 – Good Friday
At 6:30 p.m., join us in the Narthex to reflect on the cross in this experiential worship service that travels to various parts of the church.
Sunday, April 21 – Easter Sunday
All are invited to Easter worship. Identical services will be held in the Sanctuary at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Food will be available in the Narthex after each service.
At 10:15 a.m., children up to Grade 3 will meet at the community garden on the west side of the building for a reading of the Easter story and the annual Easter egg hunt.
Hear January 25th’s
True Stories Told Live
The wonderful stories told by our seven Broad Street storytellers on Friday, January 25 in the Lincoln Theatre Ballroom are now available to listen to online through our App or by clicking the button below.
Lenten
Devotionals
The journey of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 6, and lasts until Easter Sunday, April 21.
This year we offer three different Lenten devotional resources for our journey through Lent.
The Poetry of Lent is intended for most adults and families with kids 6th grade and up. Every journey needs a guide, and what better guide to the 40 days of Lent than the beloved poet Mary Oliver? Winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, Oliver is widely celebrated as an accessible, insightful observer of the natural world, the life of faith, and the interplay between the two.
The Poetry of Lent is a six-week journey with Oliver at your side, illuminating ancient passages of scripture, provoking bite-sized meditations on key Lenten themes, and pointing toward everyday practices for individuals and families. All you need is the devotional (available in the Narthex), a Bible, and a copy of Oliver’s wonderful poetry collection, Devotions. The poems can also be found by searching online.
Devotions features 200+ poems chosen and arranged by Mary Oliver. The poems feature Oliver’s work from her very first book of poetry, No Voyage and Other Poems, published in 1963 at the age of 28, through her most recent collection, Felicity, published in 2015.
For families with children 6th grade and younger, or anyone interested in a more visual and creative devotional source we have An Illustrated Lent for Families: Reflections on Prayer..
For adults we have Field Guide on the Observance of Lent from the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
iGen Overnight Service Trip
on April 12-13
to Presbyterian Farm
We are heading back to the “Presbyterian Farm” in Logan, Ohio for an overnight filled with service work, reflection, and community. We stay at the Baymont Inn and Suites, a comfortable hotel accommodating participants of varying ages and needs. There are jobs for many, from raking, trail clearing, helping kids, small construction projects, to being in charge of snacks and lunches! We spend time reflecting on nature, why we serve, and our work together! We will have speakers from the local area and opportunities to learn about the region. When is the last time you spent an entire day outside? There is an option to sign up for Saturday only. Register by March 24 online by clicking the button below.
Upcoming Events
Join Broadstreeter Betty Brown, Ayurvedic health educator, on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Bring a cushion, towel, or yoga mat to sit on; chairs will also be available. If you want to create a daily personal meditation practice, meditating in a group can be helpful. Questions? Email Betty Brown at betty@bwellayurveda.com. A non-perishable food donation for the Food Pantry is appreciated.
Share a simple dinner and hear Dr. Linda Mercadante from the Methodist Theological School in Ohio speak on “SBNRs” —Â “Spiritual But Not Religious,” to help us understand why many people, including, for some of us, our adult children, no longer go to church. Come for food from Amy Forrest, conversation, and a topic that matters. Donations for dinner welcome.