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Palm Sunday, March 24, 11am Worship
Palm Sunday recalls the Biblical story of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem where he was greeted by people waving palm branches and exclaiming “Hosanna.” It is a reminder for Christians to welcome Jesus into their hearts and follow him.

At FHC, our energetic service begins with an intergenerational drum circle led by Papa Assane M’Baye, Founder of TamTam Magic.  The Little Crescendos (children’s choir) lead us into worship with a spirited rendition of “Shout Hosanna,” and the Chancel Choir, Papa Assane (djembe), and trumpet present “Hosanna in the Street,” a lively piece influenced by world rhythms and sounds. The service ends with a recessional of the cross to a solo drum beat reminding us of Christ’s passion or suffering and ultimate death on the cross.

March 24, Wilderness Retreat, 1-4pm in the Chapel
Through Scriptural stories, poetry, music and visual art, led by Sally Wile and Mary Ann Breisch, explore how the journey to Jerusalem inevitably finds us in the wilderness. In that barrenness, reflect on how God is revealed and we are transformed.

Maundy Thursday, March 28, 6-8pm
Supper at 6:00pm followed by a service of worship in the sanctuary to prepare for the crucifixion of Jesus. Passages from the gospels remind us of the final meal with his disciples, his agony in the garden, and his trials before he sacrificed his life on the cross. During this solemn service, our Chancel Choir sings, “Thy Will Be Done” a dramatic rendition of Christ’s struggle to obey his Father’s will. After each reading, the lights dim until the Christ Candle is removed from the sanctuary.

Good Friday, March 29, Community Service at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2747 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Noon-3pm
Join other Christians from our community in a service of remembrance at St. Paul’s Church. The program includes brief homilies on The Seven Last Words of Christ, an oratory sung by the St. Paul’s choir, prayers, and hymns.  Attendees may come and go as their schedules permit.

Easter Sunday, March 31

Morning Worship, 9am

Begins in the Garden area off the parking lot. Worshippers are led by an aapella group of singers, bells, and “singing” bowls into the church Chapel. (Singing bowls can be made of metal, quartz, or even hand-blown glass. They are often struck by a mallet or brushed or rubbed to provide pleasant sounds that invoke meditation through the resounding vibrations.)

Service in the Sanctuary, 11am

Celebrate the empty tomb and the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the end of the season of Lent. The service is filled with joyous music, from our pipe organ, trumpets and Chancel Choir. At the close of the service, everyone is invited to join in the singing of “The Hallelujah Chorus” from Handel’s Messiah.

Following Worship — Children Enjoy
An Easter Egg Hunt in the Church Yard

Guns to Garden event

Matthew 25 Church Logo As a “Matthew 25 Congregation” within the Presbyterian Church…

…we are committed to finding ways to carry out this Bible chapter’s six directives for meeting human needs. One familiar example – “I was hungry, and you gave me food” – is currently addressed, in part, with our large Abundant Food Pantry distribution every Tuesday.

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How can we help?

Much remains to be done; you are invited to help find ways to meet more needs in this community and beyond. For more “Matthew 25 Congregation” information, click here.

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