But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples, ‘He has been raised from the dead…’” –Matthew 28:5-7
Holy Week, 2014
Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday and ending on Easter Sunday, is a special time at Emmanuel Lutheran Church when we reflect on the foundation of our faith, and celebrate God's purpose. Our members welcome everyone in our community to join us.
- Wednesday, April 9th
7:00 p.m.: Lenten Communion service
Pastor Bill Dahlberg from Salem Lutheran Church, Guest Preacher.
Refreshments and fellowship afterwards.- Sunday, April 13th – Palm Sunday
8:30 a.m.: Traditional Lutheran Communion Service 9:30 a.m.: Adult Ed., and Family Activities 10:30 a.m.: Emerging Worship Service Sunday School - Thursday, April 17th – Maundy Thursday
7:00 p.m.: Taize Chant, Foot Washing, Communion - Friday, April 18th – Good Friday
6:30 p.m.: Procession of the Cross
The Cross is taken out the side door of Emmanuel, put on the shoulders of those in the procession and carried around the block, afterwhich it is brought in the front door of the church, up the aisle, and laid on the altar.7:00 p.m.: The Tenebrae Service
The lights of Emmanuel are lowered as each of Jesus' Seven Last Words are read, and the last reading ends with the Sanctuary in complete darkness.- Saturday, April 19th – Holy Saturday
7:00 p.m.: “The First & Last Breath of Abwoon”
led by Jim Roberts and Pastor TroyAnn
Jesus' last words are the focus of this evening as we sing and chant our way to the tomb, and then sound our way with Earth Gong and Tibetan bowls down into the underworld of the tomb. Eventually, we breathe, chant, and spiral our way back to the Divine Center, the Source of the first and the last breath of our lives, and the unexpected light in the darkness of the tomb.All are welcome. Chairs are available, or bring something to sit or lay down on on the carpet.
- Sunday, April 20th – Easter Sunday
9:30 a.m: Easter Continental Breakfast sponsored by WELCA 10:30 a.m.: Easter Celebration Communion Service