Palm Sunday Worship March 24 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Dr. Chris Ney

Dear Friends,



On Sunday, March 24, we gather at 10:30 a.m. to observe Palm Sunday as we prepare to enter Holy Week and celebrate Easter. Palm Sunday focuses our attention on Jesus’ triumphal entry and self-giving humility. The drama of the day also reminds us of the contradictions of our humanity. This year, Palm Sunday falls on a significant date —March 24^th, the anniversary of the killing of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador. I’ll seek to address these many layers of meaning in a sermon that I’m calling, “The Lord Needs It.” I look forward to seeing you on Sunday.

Grace and peace,

Chris

WORSHIP STARTS at 10:30 A.M.

In-person and broadcast Worship begins at 10:30 AM on Sunday morning. Services are broadcast on Facebook Live thanks to our amazing Broadcast Team of volunteers.

Sunday Worship 10:30 AM

Scripture Readings

PSALM 118:1-2, 19-29 

PHILIPPIANS 2:5–11

THE GOSPEL OF MARK 11:1–11

SUNDAY SCHOOL & YOUTH GROUP

Palm Sunday is March 24!

We are invited to join the processional with the choir for the opening hymn “All Glory, Laud and Honor”

Please plan to arrive to church no later than 10:10 AM - we will be gathering in the Social Hall to review the processional plans and pass out palms.

Weather permitting, we may begin the procession outside, coming back into the church via the Narthex.



Sunday School begins the morning in the Sanctuary for the first part of the worship service, and on scheduled Sunday School days we go upstairs to our classrooms following the Children’s Sermon. We are pleased to continue lessons for Godly Play for ages 4-12, and Grapple for middle school students.

Sunday School March 24:

Godly Play - Jesus in the Wilderness

Grapple - I wonder what Jesus and God talked about?

Youth Group:   Movie Night is Saturday, March 23rd! We will meet in the Social Hall at 6:00 PM, and then make our way upstairs to watch “The Prince of Egypt”.  Popcorn and few other snacks will be provided - please bring your water bottle, and wear pajamas or comfortable clothing!

For more information or to register for programs, please contact Lauren lauren@centralnewburyport.org (978)572-1423

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Special Donations - Afghan Family Support

If you are interested in making a special donation to support the Afghan family that Central Church is assisting, we have set-up a specific fund that you can donate to using our on-line giving system. Follow these easy steps through the Central Church website:

1)   Go to: https://www.centralnewburyport.org

2)   Click the Donate to Central button at the bottom of the home page

3)   Complete the Online Donation form that appears

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If you have a prayer concern this week, please send an email to Chris at chris@centralnewburyport.org by the end of the day Saturday or complete a prayer request card available in the Sanctuary and give it to a Deacon before worship service begins. Your prayer concern will be mentioned in the Sunday Worship by first name only, for privacy concerns. Thank You!

Health & Safety Information

Masks are optional during worship and other activities, but are recommended for those who are high risk. We encourage anyone who chooses to wear a mask to do so at any time. We ask that anyone who has symptoms of cold or flu stay home and participate in worship remotely. Masks and hand sanitizers are available in the Sanctuary. We continue to monitor guidelines from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and local public safety/public health officials to ensure the continued health and safety of all Central Congregational Church members, visitor and guests.