Church of the Vine FAITH, Hope & News!!!   Special Announcement       Maundy Thursday April 1st Tenebrae Service @ 7pm Select Readings from the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke & John (the Message Bible) The Lord's Supper led by Pastor Phil Hardwick The style of worship is taken from an early Christian service called Tenebrae, meaning darkness or shadows. We will re-live the events that lead to Christ's crucifixion by hearing the story read. One of the most conspicuous features of the service is the gradual extinguishing of candles until only a single candle, considered a symbol of our Lord, remains. As it gets darker and darker we can reflect on the sufferings that were very real for Jesus that evening. Toward the end of the service, the Christ candle is hidden, typifying the apparent victory of the forces of evil over good. At the very end, a loud noise is made, symbolizing the sealing of the tomb of Jesus. The hidden candle is then restored to its place, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. By this single light we all depart this service in silence.   Good Friday April 2nd 9 am to 3pm (the hours that Jesus was on the cross) Church of the Vine will be Open for Quiet Meditations Booklets will be available to help in reflecting on the significance of the death of Jesus. A candle will be burning at the foot of the cross symbolizing the offering of ourselves to the One who gave his life for us, Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.     Easter Sunday April 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast @ 8:30 am -  9:30am Full Breakfast will all the fixings ~ cooked by the Men of the Church of the Vine!   Resurrection Celebration Service @ 10:15am Special presentation from the Kidz of the Vine "The Ascension" The Lord's Supper led by Elder Peter Martin Sermon: A Living Hope 1 Peter 1:3  Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead...   Please note that we're expecting a large turn out, so if members arriving early could please park in the dirt areas along the perimeter of the parking lot & along the Pine Grove first, it will allow extra spaces for visitors.     Being happy doesn't mean everything is perfect. It means you've decided to see beyond the imperfections. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> You will seek me & find me, when you seek me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:13