The Season of Lent at AHUMC

All are invited into this season of reflection and preparation that begins on Ash Wednesday (March 5) and concludes on Holy Saturday (April 19).

 

The word Lent refers to the "lengthening" days of the Spring season and its 40 day observance is a time of self-examination, repentance, and fasting in preparation for the coming of Easter.


ASH WEDNESDAY


Wednesday, March 5, 2025

7 a.m.40 Cans for 40 Days begins
7 a.m.Garden Chapel Service
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Ashes to Go
7 p.m.Sanctuary Service

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION


TAIZÉ SERVICE

 

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

6:30 p.m.Garden Chapel

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION


HEALING SERVICE

 

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

6:30 p.m.Garden Chapel

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION


PALM SUNDAY

 

Sunday, April 13, 2025

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION


MAUNDY THURSDAY

 

Thursday, April 17, 2025

7 p.m.Modern Service in the CLC

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE FOR KIDS UNDER 10


JOURNEY TO THE CROSS

 

Friday, April 18, 2025

10 a.m.—12 p.m.Beginning in the AHUMC Atrium

NURSERY CARE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION


GOOD FRIDAY

 

Friday, April 18, 2025

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE FOR KIDS UNDER 10



40 Cans for 40 Days

March 5—April 18

 

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.


EASTER FLOWERS

Order until April 6th

 

Each year we adorn the Sanctuary and the Christian Life Center (CLC) with Easter flowers. Plants and flowers in our worship spaces are not included in the yearly budget, so we rely on your generosity to provide them. 

 

Flowers can be given in memory or in honor of a beloved family member or friend. Envelopes for giving will be available at the reception desk, at the entrances of the Sanctuary and the CLC, and in the pews of the Sanctuary.

 

Completed envelopes can be put in the offering plates on Sunday, or left with the receptionist during the week, or mailed to Leah Jayne at the church. 


PALM SUNDAY

April 13

 

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 p.m. - Egg Hunt


EGG HUNT

April 13

Egg Hunt begins at 12 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, April 6.


MAUNDY THURSDAY

April 17

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.


JOURNEY TO THE CROSS

April 18

Beginning in the AHUMC Atrium | 10 a.m.—12 p.m.

 

Join us for this multi-sensory experience beginning in the Atrium and continuing throughout the East Wing.  Each station will explore a specific event during Holy Week. This hands-on, guided experience is a beautiful way for families of all ages and sizes to Journey to the Cross together.

 

All are welcome.


GOOD FRIDAY

April 18

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.