April 9, 2025, Midweek

 

This Sunday is the Sixth Sunday of Lent, Palm Sunday, and Passion Sunday!

Important Dates

Wed. April 9th: 6pm Lenten Soup Supper @   CCC

Thurs. April 10th: 7pm Bell Practice

Fri. April 11th: 11:30am BYOB

Sat. April 12th: 11:30am Bible Study

Sun. April 13th: Palm Sunday (Palm Branches will be distributed at the sanctuary door)

Tues. April 15th: 6:30pm Session Meeting

Tues. April 15th: Last Day to File Taxes

Birthday’s

Sun. April 13th: Craig Reynold’s II

Tues. April 15th: Cyndy Gibb’s

Lenten Soup Supper & Service

The Soup Supper tonight at Central Christian Church will start at 6pm and the worship service is at 7pm.

Passover

Passover begins at sunset this Saturday, April 12th. Each spring, we remember the ancient Jewish festival of Passover. This sacred observance commemorates God’s deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt (see Exodus 12:1–28). In the original Passover, families sacrificed a spotless lamb and placed its blood upon their doorposts, trusting God to rescue them. This lamb was not only central to their liberation but also a foreshadowing of the ultimate sacrifice: Jesus Christ.

 

In the New Testament, Jesus is often referred to as the Lamb of God. John 1:29 records John the Baptist exclaiming, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” Just as the Passover lamb offered temporary safety from a physical threat, Jesus’ sacrificial death brings eternal salvation from the bondage of sin. As 1 Corinthians 5:7 notes, “For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.”

 

At Passover, the Israelites paused to honor God’s faithfulness and to celebrate new freedom. Today, as we approach Sunday, April 13th, we do well to reflect on how Jesus, our spotless Lamb, continues to free us from sin and grant us spiritual life. May we keep our eyes on Him, remembering that His perfect sacrifice means deliverance and hope for all who believe.

Custodian

FPC has accepted the resignation of Ruth Deem, the part time Custodian. We appreciate her time with us and wish her well at her new opportunities.

 

That being said, we have an opening to fill for a part time custodian. The position is anywhere from 10-24 hours per week depending on their preference to clean for PPM as well or just clean for the church. The pay begins between $15 & $17/hour depending on experience.

 

We will not consider hiring anyone in the church family or close to anyone in the church to avoid sticky situations that may arise in the normal course of employment. 

 

If you have anyone interested who isn't close to the church, please either email us or write it down and hand it to us. Do not just tell us about them at church as we'll need their contact information. 

 

Thank you in advance from your Personnel Committee:

 

Dennis Brannon -dennismb@comcast.net

 

Nancy Kincaid -nkincaid1949@att.net  and

 

Jennie Woods jenniewoods1966@gmail.com

Easter Flowers

We are once again ordering flowers to decorate the sanctuary to celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord and to celebrate new and eternal life. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board outside the church office. The flowers available this year are Lilies, Hyacinths, Daffodils and Tulips. The price per plant is $17. All orders are due by April 14th.

Holy Week Schedules

Palm Sunday, April 13th

Palm Sunday we will have regular Sunday morning service at 10:30 A.M.

Maundy Thursday, April 17th

There will be a modern American style Last Supper in the fellowship hall at 6 P.M. A simple baked potato meal (which was not available at Jesus’ time) will be served with some explanation by pastor Je.

Good Friday, April 18th:

A solemn Good Friday Service will be at the sanctuary at 7 P.M. No heavy sermon is involved. 

Holy Saturday, April 19th:

No Bible Study.

Easter Sunday, April 20th:

Son-Rise Service is at 8 A.M. at the courtyard if the weather agrees. In case of bad weather, we will worship in the fellowship hall. The service will be brief. Crafting and casserole breakfast follow.
Sunday Morning Service at 10:30 A.M.

Malawi Baby Pack Project

We are collecting for the Malawi baby packs until April 20. There is a sign-up sheet on the reception table in the foyer with the items we need to fill the packs. Please sign up to donate something, On Saturday April 26 we will stuff the baby packs and have refreshments. There is also a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan on coming to help stuff bags. For more information please watch this video https://youtu.be/cdi0PDt79wA.

If you are spring cleaning, here’s some additional ideas to help the people of Malawi through the Malawi Project.

·        They can use old sheets, pillowcases and towels, even if they are ripped, they use them as rags in the hospital.

·        Old candles, any kind would help give them an easy source of light.

·        Sewing needles, thread, snaps etc.

Leftover Bibles

Do you have more Bibles than you need or read? If they are in fair condition, you may want to donate them to our Christian brothers and sisters in Malawi. The unopened Bibles which are just sitting on the shelves can be treasures and divine words to them. If you would like to bring your Bibles to church, we will send them to Malawi with the Baby Packs.

Saturday Bible Study

We will meet on Saturday, April 12th at 11:30am. We are currently studying the Book of Genesis, focusing on the ancient Middle Eastern and Hebrew cultures that shape its narrative. Coffee and tea will be provided but you need to bring your own lunch

Coming Sunday Hymns

·        Hosanna, Loud Hosanna #197

·        Beneath the Cross of Jesus #216

·        All Hail King Jesus #2069

 

Special music:  The Holy City   c., Adams.    Les Goodnight, Bud Hunter.

 

Prelude:  Via Dolorosa   arr. Wagner (bells)

Postlude:  Adante, Opus 241-3   c., Caraulli

Sunday Scriptures and Sermon Title

OT Lesson: Zechariah 9:9-10

NT Lesson: Matthew 21:1-11

 

Sermon Title: The Steps toward Victory

Lenten Sermon Series Title: The Journey to the Cross: The Step of Jesus

Communion Server Sign-up

Do you want to serve the Communion by distributing the elements during the regular Communion on the first Sunday of each month? Please sign up on the bulletin board outside the church office or contact pastor Je. By the session’s approval, you don’t have to be an ordained elder to serve the Communion. May and June still need volunteers.

Voice Actor Needed

Don’t you love hearing the dramatized Scripture Readings during the Sunday Worship Services? You can join the bliss of being part of it. Please let Pastor Je or Neal know if you would like to volunteer.

4 Voice Actors needed for April 6th:

·        Jesus

·        Person 1

·        Person 2

·        Person 3

Wanna Be on the Visit Team?

If you want to help pastor Je visit our home-bound members, please sign up on the bulletin board outside the church office. still has some open spots if you would like to volunteer.

Prayer Request?

If you have a prayer request, please contact Phyllis Duff at raduff2@att.net.

Got News?

Do you have something you wish to share with the church family? Sharing good news will double it. Sharing sad news will halve it. Is your child or grandchild excellent? You can boast about them. Contact the church office if you want your story in the weekly Midweek or monthly Newsletter.

This Week’s Humor

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Serving This Week

·        Liturgist: Margi McConnaha

·        Elder of the Month: Nancy Kincaid

·        Pianist: Lisa Hutcheson

Contact the Church

·        Address: 128 E. Main St., Lebanon, IN 46052

·        Tel: 765-482-5959

·        Website: http://lebanonfpc.org

·        Office: office@lebanonfpc.org

·        Pastor: pastor@lebanonfpc.org

·        Blog: https://pastorje-lebanonfpc.blogspot.com/

·        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpreslebanon

·        YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@firstpresbyterianchurchofl3509

 

 

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