This Sunday's Theme:

"Who Let You In?"

John 12:20-33

In-person and Live Stream to Facebook and YouTube at 10:30 AM

For those who are enjoying your Spring Break this week, I hope that you are having a wonderful time and enjoying your break from school. Sunday, March 17, we will celebrate St. Patrick and his influence on the church – he was a 5th century evangelist, noted for bringing and renewing the Christian faith into Ireland. I know that some folks think that it is a day to drink green beer. However, the day might be better celebrated by sharing one’s faith.

On Monday things start up around here once again as we begin to get closer to Easter. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 23 for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Preschool Playground.

Youth Confirmation will meet this Sunday! We are walking over to Black Rock Coffee for our youth gathering. All are welcome! We will cover the costs of coffee, but if you would like some snacks (or pizza) bring some extra money!

This Sunday we move into the 5th week of Lent. Our scripture will be from John 12: 20-33, where Jesus talks about his upcoming “upside down” glory. I think the remarkable thing about Jesus is even in the face of his coming death and some hard teachings, he seems to be the most hospitable person I have ever known. And this hospitality may be a part of what is getting him into trouble. Hence, my sermon theme this week is “Who let you in?”

If you are a basketball fan, I hope that your favorite team is winning your conference tournament. And if you are a movie aficionado, I hope that your favorite movies won some awards Sunday night. In the meantime, I hope to see you in worship this Sunday.

Pastor Steve

• Prayers for the family and friends of Tracy Johnson, friend of Lisa Durkee, as they mourn his recent passing due to cancer. 
• We pray for Ilana, who is currently experiencing abdominal pain. We pray for a diagnosis and effective treatment.
• Prayers for a friend of Charlotte, named Sadie, whose dog Remy was diagnosed with cancer. We pray for Remy's healing.
• We give thanks for Laila Barr's successful surgery and quick return home. Provide her with strength and complete healing as she undergoes radiation.
• We pray for Goldie McMahan as prepares for a heart catheter procedure in the coming weeks. Continue to provide healing for her and give her heart, body, and soul, your presence and strength.
• Prayers for complete healing for Seth as he completes his chemotherapy. Continue to strengthen him and his family.
• Prayers for Keenan, Charlie Brichta's uncle, who was diagnosed with lung cancer. Prayers for strength and resilience as he undergoes treatment, and that his body would be fully restored.
• Prayers for healing and hope for Roxana Mullenhoff, friend of Dave and Debby Andrews, who has not yet found relief from headaches since suffering a head injury fourteen months ago.
• Prayers for healing for Will Wartenburg who is undergoing treatment following a cancer diagnosis.
• Prayers for Sandee that she is able to experience healing for her depression as well as other health struggles. Prayers that she would find a renewed sense of purpose.
• Prayers for all young parents, for patience, peace, and overflowing love in their homes.
• Prayers for Uncle Ronnie's health and safety and for his family, that they may all feel strengthened and experience God's peace during this difficult time.
• Prayers for healing for Troy's brother in Colorado who suffers from Parkinson's.
• Prayers for Carol McNulty, Aurien Preiss' mom, as she continues with therapy.
• Prayers for Bonnie Straley’s brothers, Len and Larry and also his wife, Ann, for healing; and also Daphne and Cassidy for God’s guidance.
• Kent, a friend of Jeff Clarke and Debbie Campouris, is in need of continued prayers as he navigates his diagnosis.