Hello Beloved!

We have made it to March and in 5 days we transition into the season of Lent! Lent allows us to step into a sacred space – a season that exists between where we have been and where God is leading us. This year, our Lenten journey follows the theme Everything In Between, inviting us to reflect on the moments of transition, uncertainty, and transformation in our faith.

Lent is often thought of as a time of waiting, wilderness, and preparation. It is the space between ashes and resurrection, between longing and fulfillment, between who we are and who God is shaping us to become. Through scripture, worship, and reflection, we will explore the in-between places of our own lives and the ways God meets us there with grace and renewal. This season is not just about letting go; it is also about making room—room for deeper faith, room for new insights, and room to encounter God in unexpected ways.

Also, this Lent we are going to be participating in an A-Team Circuit Care Challenge. Together with other churches in our circuit, we will collect and assemble “Birthday Cake Kits” for our local food pantries! The church that assembles the most kits will win the Circuit Care Trophy! You can find the list of ingredients needed here in the newsletter. Feel free to assemble an entire kit or bring individual ingredients and we can assemble kits. All kits will stay here for use in our local food pantry.

My hope this month is that as we move through the season of Lent, may we use this time as a renewal of spirit and a season of drawing closer to God in prayer, refection and hope. May you find moments of stillness to listen, moments of grace to rest, and moments of strength to continue on in the journey.

God Bless,

Jess

PS Make sure to check the calendar for other events happening this month including our town hall meeting when we will have potluck and discussion together after worship.