Worship on February 25 2nd Sunday Lent at 10:30 AM

Dear Friends,

On Sunday, February 25, as we continue with the season of Lent, we look for ways to strengthen our faith. We hear of God’s promise to Abram and Sarai. We also hear when Jesus predicts his death to his disciples. With these stories we wonder how do we move forward with faith in our lives and where our faith and discipleship can lead us. I hope you’ll join at 10:30 am worship us for a sermon that I’m calling, “What Leads Us To Discipleship?.”  

Grace and peace,

Sarah Seamans

Deacon Co-Chair

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

GENESIS 17:1-7, 15-16          

ROMANS 4:13-25   

THE GOSPEL OF MARK 8:31-38

SUNDAY SCHOOL & YOUTH GROUP



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 schoolers.

Godly Play:           Jesus and the Tax Collector

Grapple:                I wonder who repented?

Youth Group:       Escape Room Event is happening on February 25 at 6:00 PM

We are also penciling the following Sunday evenings for Youth Group Events:

March 17

April 7

May 5

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

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COMMUNION CLASS

Communion Class continues with the traditional bread baking class on Saturday, March 2 at 11:00 a.m. followed by the climb to the bell tower to add their names to all who have come before them! On Sunday, March 3^rd, Communion class participants will gather to worship, share communion and receive commemorative Bibles.

Central Happenings

LENTEN SERIES:

A TIME TO GROW IN FAITH AND FELLOWSHIP

Soup & Bread supper

followed by Lenten Series with NOOMA

The word Lent comes from an Old English term meaning to lengthen. One interpretation is that Lent is a time that stretches us to grow in our love and knowledge of God. The meaning of Lent is about opening up. No matter what the weather is like, newness and new life are just outside the window. And in you. As Easter approaches, it is a time for our spiritual formation and growth. So you are invited to participate in a special series for Lent at Central.

On Thursday nights during March, we will offer a time of fellowship and faith conversation as part of our observance of Lent. We will gather for a simple meal of soup and bread at 6:00 and then watch a short video from the NOOMA series created by Rob Bell. These videos address different aspects of faith in a creative and thought-provoking way. After each film, we’ll have time for conversation, prayers, and faith formation exercises. Mark your calendars and make plans to join us on Thursday March 7, 14 and 21.

To register or for more information please contact the church office infor@centralnewburyport.org or call 978-465-0533

It is time to order your Easter flowers

Order Tulips to honor loved ones and decorate the Sanctuary on Easter. Order forms are available in the church office, in the weekly digital newsletter and from the deacons. Orders must be in by Sunday, March 17. Dedications will be printed in the Easter bulletins.

Community News and Events

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

https://sneucc-reg.brtapp.com/SuperSaturday2024

Onsite & Online options are available.

Regular registration closes on February 26^th

Location:

Wellsworth Hotel (formerly Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center)

14 Mechanic Street, Southbridge, MA 01550

Giving

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)   In the blue banner at top of page click on: ON LINE WORSHIP

3)   On the far right of the page click on the blue text link: Click here to contribute online.

4)   Complete the Online Donation form that appears

Your Support is important.

We continue to rely upon and appreciate your financial support!

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

Per CDC guidelines, masks are optional during worship and other activities, but are highly 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. 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.