UPCOMING EVENTS 

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SPRING THEOLOGY CLASS “MEMOIRS AND MEMORY”
FEATURING MAYA ANGELOU, ANNE LAMOTT, & FREDERICK BUECHNER

Wednesday, April 2 - Noon
The English word “memoir” originates from the French mémoire, meaning “reminiscence” or “memory.” Reading memoirs can launch us on a journey of self-discovery that can lead to greater self-awareness, empathy, and personal growth. This year’s Spring Theology Class will focus on memoirs by Maya Angelou, Anne Lamott, and Frederick Buechner. Each week attendees will have the option to share personal stories we’ll call “mini memoirs.” No preparation is required.   

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YOUTH & FAMILIES GAME NIGHT
Friday, April 4 - 6:00 PM

Youth and families are invited to join us for game night in the Parish Hall from 6pm - 8pm. We'll provide a pizza supper. Please bring a dessert to share and a reusable water bottle for the night. RSVP to Rev. Burgess by Thursday, April 3rd.​

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ADVENTURES IN LEARNING SPRING SOIREE
Friday, April 4 - 7:00 PM

On April 6th, WATW will gather to watch "The Power of Film: Love and Meaning". In this 45 minute HBO special, Howard Suber, professor of film Studies at UCLA for more than 40 years, takes us on a journey through film focusing on the power of hope, love and finding meaning for our lives in created worlds. We will venture with him through timeless films over the last 50 years and their unique power to bring about hope. All women are welcome. 

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MEN'S BREAKFAST AT LANDMARK DINER
Tuesday, April 8 - 9:00 AM

All men are invited to our monthly breakfast gatherings at the Landmark Diner. Let Rev. Only know if you plan to attend.

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ECUMENICAL PALM SUNDAY SERVICE

WITH LUTHERANS AND A DONKEY!
Sunday, April 13 - 9:40 AM

We are once again hosting a joint Palm Sunday Service with Christ Our Saviour Lutheran Church. We will have a live donkey as a reminder that Jesus rode a donkey into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Bring your children/grandchildren early so they will get to see the donkey before church. Please make every effort to get here by 9:40. It will be embarrassing if the Lutherans outnumber us on our own turf!

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PALM SUNDAY SERVICE
Sunday, April 13 - 10:00 AM

​Holy Week is the most significant week in the Christian year. Our church has planned many events to help make this week meaningful and spiritually nurturing for you and your family. Palm Sunday kicks off Holy Week with waving palm fronds and joyous music.

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YOUTH EASTER EGG STUFFING
Sunday, April 13 - 10:00 AM

Youth will be stuffing Easter eggs during Sunday School for the Children's Easter egg hunt on Easter Sunday!  

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MAUNDY THURSDAY, HOLY COMMUNION, & TENEBRAE SERVICE
Thursday, April 17 - 8:00 PM

Continue your Holy Week journey at 8:00 PM with our Maundy Thursday, Holy Communion, and Tenebrae Service. Our Chancel Choir will set the mood for this shadowy service as we remember Jesus’ last night in the Upper Room with his disciples. Our readers will help us recall the important events of that solemn night. In addition to adults, youth and older children often find this service moving.

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GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
Friday, April 18 - Noon

The stage is set. Jesus has been betrayed. On Good Friday at 12 PM in the Chapel we will gather for worship and share lunch afterward in the North Lounge.

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EASTER SUNDAY
Sunday, April 20 - 10:00 AM

Our Holy Week journey is now complete. Christ’s crushed hopes on Palm Sunday, his painful betrayal on Maundy Thursday, and his stark death on Good Friday find their redemption in the Easter miracle. At 10AM Easter lilies will enhance the Sanctuary’s beauty as we gather to celebrate the resurrection of Christ complete with music from our Chancel Choir, Children’s Choir, and accompanying brass.

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APRIL FAMILY SUNDAY
Sunday, April 20 - 10:00 AM

Youth will serve as ushers and readers. There will be special music by our children's choir and youth bell choir. There will be a special message for the children up on the chancel steps.

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CHILDREN'S EASTER EGG HUNT
Sunday, April 20 - 10:45 AM

During the last ten minutes of Sunday school, the children (ages 3 - 5th grade) will participate in an outdoor Easter Egg hunt!  Bring your own basket if you like!

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YOUTH HOMEWORK HELP AT ADVENTURES IN LEARNING
Wednesday, April 23 - 3:45 PM

Youth (grades 6 - 12) are invited to join us for an afternoon of helping kids with homework at Adventures in Learning. If your youth is interested, please let Rev. Burgess know. The afternoon usually runs from 3:45- 5PM. 

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CONFIRMATION RETREAT
Friday, April 25 - 6:00 PM

Confirmands will meet with Rev. Only and Rev. Burgess in the sanctuary. They will learn about the history of the church, the significance of church architecture, the meaning behind Christian symbols in the etched windows, and the wood carvings in the sanctuary and chapel. Rev. Only and Rev. Burgess will wrap up any theological loose ends from our 8 months of Confirmation classes.

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YOUTH COLLEGE CARE PACKAGE STUFFING
Sunday, April 27 - 11:30 AM

Youth will be stuffing college care packages to send to our former youth members who are now away at school. We will stuff small boxes with candies, treats and notes of encouragement as they finish up the school year.  

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This Summer
2025 Service Trip to Fort Worth, TX
Next summer, our youth will be heading to Fort Worth, TX, the week of June 29-July 4th. We will be serving for the 5th summer with the wonderful youth organization, Be the Neighbor. Our week of service this year is entitled "Refugee Welcome." We will be serving with organizations helping refugee families in various ways all over Ft. Worth. Space is limited and at the moment we are only offering spots to our church members. Let Rev. Burgess know if your youth (grades 6 - 12) is interested in joining us for this meaningful week of service and learning together.

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