ASH WEDNESDAY

February 18, 2026

Ash Wednesday commemorates and enacts the ever-expanding cycle of life whereby we follow the Christ from death to new life. That which needs to die becomes the nutrient-rich ash in which new life can grow.

 7 a.m. | Prayer & Ashes in the Garden Chapel

 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Ashes-to-Go outside the Garden Chapel

 6 p.m. | Ash Wednesday for All Ages in the CLC

All are welcome!

ASH WEDNESDAY FOR ALL AGES

February 18

Join us at 6 p.m. in the CLC for this new Ash Wednesday service for all ages. This service will include experiences for everyone—including the kids.

40 Cans for 40 Days

February 18–April 2

During the season of Lent, we commemorate both the Israelite's 40 years and Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness as we prepare for the coming of Resurrection Sunday. 

Traditionally, people observe this time of preparation by fasting or abstaining from certain activities, foods, or habits.  

We would like to invite you to partner with us in one of AHUMC's Lenten practices. As you go through 40 days of preparation, we’d hope you will join us in prayer for the Hope Center. We also ask that you will consider donating a can of food for each of the 40 days of Lent.

FISHING UNDER THE BRIDGE

February 22, 2026

Once a month, every 4th Sunday, volunteers work at the Haven for Hope in the kitchen. 

This ministry needs people to help with cooking, serving the meal, and clean-up after the meal. This is an outreach ministry that gives volunteers in our church and the community a chance to serve those who are experiencing houselessness.

Please sign up within the first two weeks of the month.

"I AM" SERMON SERIES

February 22–April 5

Join us for this lenten sermon series on the "I AM" statements found in the Gospel of John. Beginning February 22, Rev. Jason Adams and Rev. Reed McNitzky will explore one of the seven statements beginning with "I AM the Good Shepherd."

TAIZÉ SERVICE

March 4, 2026

Please join us in the Garden Chapel at 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month for our Taizé service.  This meditative prayer service features singing, scripture, and silence in the Taizé style of worship.

PALM SUNDAY

March 29

Join us on Palm Sunday for a special day of worship with a slightly different schedule.

 8:30 a.m. | Sanctuary Service

 11 a.m. | Modern Service with Palm Procession

 11 a.m. | Sanctuary Service with Palm Procession

 12:15 p.m. | Egg Hunt

EGG HUNT

March 29

Egg Hunt begins at 12:15 p.m.

Join us for a fun morning of activities for kids, a photo booth, and an egg hunt for toddlers thru 5th grade.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP?

We need LOTS of eggs!

Bring your filled eggs to the Atrium or Children's Wing by Sunday, March 22.

MAUNDY THURSDAY

April 2

Modern Service | 7 p.m.

Maundy Thursday gets its name from the Latin word "mandatum," meaning "commandment."

On this day we remember the emancipation of the Israelites from Egypt and the Last Supper, when Jesus washed the feet of the disciples and called us to be people of love.

Worship will be in the CLC and includes Holy Communion.

Childcare is available for children under age 10.

GOOD FRIDAY

April 3

Sanctuary Service | 7 p.m.

On Good Friday, we are prepared for the mystery of Easter as we remember the great love and sacrifice of Jesus.

New Zion Youth Choir will lead us through the story of Christ's suffering and death on the cross.

Childcare is available for children under age 10.

EARLY WORD

April 7, 2026

Early Word is a monthly update in the parlor where participants are able to discuss church initiatives with Senior Pastor Jason Adams.

Coffee will be provided.  All are welcome.