Lent, Holy Week, Easter
A season for renewal and reflection
Lent Bible Study: "Practicing Jesus’ Seven Last Words"
Feb 13 - Mar 26
Dive deeper into scripture this Lenten season with our Bible Study group, focusing on "Practicing Jesus’ Seven Last Words" provided by the Presbyterian Church in Canada. We'll explore the profound messages and lessons within Christ's final words, deepening our understanding and spiritual connection during this reflective period.
Lent Prayer Meetings
Feb 22 - Mar 21 (Every Thursday at 7 pm)
Meet in the Nursery Room
This is a time to lay down the burdens of the week and seek solace in the power of communal prayer. Together, we'll lift our voices, seeking guidance, strength, and peace as we journey through the Lenten season as a church family.
Holy Week Relay Fast
Mar 26 - Mar 30
Choose to fast for any of the 18 meals throughout the week as a personal offering, and collectively our congregation will fast for all of Holy week. This sacred tradition brings us together as a congregation, united in faith and purpose. A special meditation resource will be provided to enrich your fasting experience.
*More information and resources coming soon
Join Us for Lent, Holy Week & Easter at Westside
Palm Sunday, March 24th at 10:00 a.m.
Join us for Palm Sunday as we enter the beginning of Holy Week.
Good Friday, March 29th at 10:00 a.m.
On Good Friday, we will reflect on the solemn events leading up to Christ's crucifixion.
Easter Sunday, March 31st at 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate Christ's resurrection on Easter Morning. Whether you are a lifelong believer or simply curious about the Easter story, we welcome you to come and join us as we celebrate the hope and promise of new beginnings that this day represents.
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About Lent
Len begins on Ash Wednesday and ends six weeks later, before Easter Sunday. It is a time of reflection, prayer, and penance. During Lent, many commit to fasting, and some choose to giving up certain luxuries to replicate the sacrifice of Jesus Christ's journey into the desert for 40 days. This season is a preparation for the celebration of Easter and helps Christians develop spiritual disciplines.
About Holy Week
Holy Week commemorates the final days of Jesus' life, his crucifixion, and his resurrection. Through worship services and practices, we remember these events and deepen our faith. Holy Week begins with Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Maundy Thursday remembers the Last Supper and the institution of Communion, while Good Friday commemorates Jesus' crucifixion and death.
About Easter
Easter Sunday is a time of celebration as Christians remember Jesus' resurrection from the dead, which is the cornerstone of the Christian faith.