Easter Publication 2019

2019 Special Easter Publication — The Pampa News

The Easter Story

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THE STORY THAT CHANGED THE WORLD e

aster’s story begins long before the events celebrated on sunday. That beginning could be Palm sunday – the sunday before easter that commemorates Jesus’ entry to the city of Jerusalem. It could be ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the solemn season of Lent. It could even be Christmas Day in December, which celebrates the birth of Jesus in a stable in Bethlehem.

The last week of the life of Jesus, often called holy Week, is filled with significant events. after several years teaching and performing miracles in the Judean countryside, Jesus and his disciples traveled to the cultural and religious capital of Jerusalem. Throughout his jour-

ney, Jesus repeatedly hinted that the political and religious authorities would have him killed, but his disciples did not believe that what he said would actually happen.

By sunday morning, Jesus had been arrested, condemned and killed, and his followers had mostly scattered. his teachings and ministry seemed like they had all come to nothing. But when three of his disciples went to visit his tomb, what they found would change the course of history.

The following passages, drawn from the four gospels as found in the King James Version of the Bible, tell that story.

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Thursday: The Last Supper

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esus and his followers gathered together in a rented room in Jerusalem to eat the traditional Passover meal. The Jewish people had observed this ritual supper since the time of Moses. Jesus hints that his death is at hand.

Christians sometimes use the name “Maundy Thursday” or “holy Thursday” to describe this day in the life of Jesus.

Partway through the meal, Jesus shares the bread and wine on the table, which would take on new meaning after his death and resurrection.

Mark 14:22-25: “And as they did eat, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and broke it, and gave to them, and said, Take, eat: this is my body. And he took the cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them: and they all drank of it. And he said unto them, This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many. Verily I say unto you, I will drink no more of the fruit of the vine, until that day that I drink it new in the kingdom of God.”

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Thursday: Jesus Prays in the Garden

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fter the meal, Jesus took his closest disciples to a nearby garden called Gethsemane, where he prayed.

Luke 22:39-42: “And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.”

The season of Lent and Easter Spring is eagerly anticipated, as many people look forward to enjoying the great outdoors once more.

Spring is also a special time of year for practicing Christians.

Beginning on Ash Wednesday and lasting 40 weekdays until the arrival of Easter Sunday, the Lenten season is a very important time of year for Christians. During Lent, Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, self-denial, and spiritual discipline. While the Bible does not reference Lent, the practice of observing Lent has become a standard.

The following focuses on each of the special days of this church season as they pertain to Western Christianity (Eastern Orthodox churches observe Lent somewhat differently).

of peace, as a war-waging king might ride a horse.

The “Passion of the Christ” is typically read during Palm Sunday masses.

Holy Thursday

Holy Thursday is sometimes referred to as “Covenant Thursday,” “Maundy Thursday” or “Thursday of Mysteries.” Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the apostles. According to Catholic News Agency, Holy Thursday might be one of the most important, complex and profound days of celebration in the Catholic Church. Holy Thursday celebrates the institution of the Eucharist as the true body and blood of Jesus Christ and the institution of the sacrament of the priesthood.

Good Friday

Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of JeAsh Wednesday sus Christ. Jesus was conThe Day of Ashes com- demned by his peers as memorates the repentance King Herod and Pontius of sin. On Ash Wednesday, Christians have ashes placed on their foreheads in the shape of a cross in recognition of their need to repent. Many churches host Ash Wednesday services, and those who receive the ashes are not only reminded of their mortality and sinfulness, but also of the opportunity for absolution.

Christians typically fast on Ash Wednesday, though some simply abstain from eating meat.

Palm Sunday

On what is now called “Palm Sunday,” Jesus Christ rode a donkey into Jerusalem while villagers welcomed him and waved palm branches. This is mentioned in each of the Biblical Gospels and occurs a week before His subsequent resurrection. Jesus possibly rode a donkey

Pilate had found him not guilty of his crimes. But crowds were enraged, and Pilate reluctantly ordered his crucifixion rather than face a mass riot.

Holy Saturday

Holy Saturday marks the final day of the Triduum, or the three days preceding Easter Sunday. Scripture states that Holy Saturday was when Jesus’ body was placed in the tomb.

Easter Sunday

A festive and celebratory day for Christians, Easter Sunday is a time for sharing the good news of Jesus’ resurrection. His body is discovered missing from the tomb, and Jesus appears to his followers again showing proof that He is alive. Typically, Easter Sunday is one of the most well-attended Sunday services for Christians. It also is a day to spend with family, and many families share large meals to mark the end of the Lenten season.

Tasty bites for Easter meals

Easter dinner is a special occasion, presenting an opportunity for family and friends to gather, celebrate their faith and give thanks for their blessings.

Traditional dishes tend to find their way to the Easter dinner table, but no meal would be complete without some sort of deviled eggs appetizer. Deviled eggs make good use of hard-boiled eggs that may not have been colored, or even those that have been dyed and can now be safely repurposed as food.

“Debonaire Deviled Eggs” from “Southern Appetizers” by Denise Gee (Chronicle Books) teaches home chefs how to craft tasty, aesthetically pleasing eggs.

Debonaire Deviled Eggs • Serves 8 to 12 • 12 large eggs • 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional) • 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish • 2 teaspoons prepared mustard • 1⁄4 teaspoon salt • 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper • Sprigs of fresh savory or another herb for garnish • Turn the eggs bottom- (wider-) side up in the carton. Use a pushpin to delicately poke one hole squarely in each center.

• Fill a large saucepan or small Dutch oven with 2 to 21⁄2 quarts of water

(enough to cover the eggs; use two pans if cooking all the eggs at once). Bring the water to a rolling boil.

• Use a slotted spoon to add six eggs to the pan (working quickly but carefully to get them in at the same time); boil the eggs for 6 minutes.

• Remove the pan from the heat. Let the eggs sit for 6 minutes for slightly soft yolks; add about 40 seconds for firmer yolks).

• Remove each egg with a slotted spoon and place it on a kitchen towel. Repeat with the remaining six eggs. Let the eggs cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes, before peeling. (Store in the refrigerator, unpeeled, for up to 1 week; peeled for up to 4 days).

• Peel the eggs under cool running water. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise, gently scooping out the yolks into a medium bowl. Add the mayonnaise, three-fourths of the crumbled bacon (if using), pickle relish, mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine (and adjust seasonings as desired). Use a small spoon (or better yet, a piping bag) to insert the filling into the egg halves. Garnish with the remaining chopped bacon and savory, if desired, before serving.

Note: Large eggs are best used for egg plates and are easier to eat in one or two bites.

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Friday: Jesus Arrested

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fter midnight, Jesus woke his followers, who had fallen asleep as he prayed. Judas Iscariot, one of his closest twelve disciples, had arrived in the garden with a group of soldiers to arrest his teacher.

Matthew 26:45-47, 49: “Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me. And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people. And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, master; and kissed him.”

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Bunnies and baskets, chocolates and candies. It’s that time of year when parents scramble to ensure their children wake up to a trove of treats, and families decide on who is serving the lamb dinner this year.

These are some of the familiar Easter traditions, but much more is involved with the holiday than egg hunts and brightly adorned bonnets. For the religious, it can be important to delve into the true meanings behind Easter and let those discoveries help shape celebrations.

Easter, above all, is a religious commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is the culmination of the holy period known as Lent, and it the most significant date on the Christian liturgical calendar.

Jesus Christ was the Son of God, who fulfilled the prophesies that he would give his own life for his people so they could enjoy eternal life after their own mortal bodies perished. Easter, from Jesus’ very own words, marked a new covenant for the faithful.

According to scripture, Jesus was enjoying the Passover dinner when he sat down with his disciples. Understanding that this would be his last earthly meal and that someone close to him would betray him, he took bread and gave thanks to God for it. He broke the bread and said it was his body that should be given up so sins would be forgiven. He did a similar gesture with wine, indicating that it was his blood that should be shed as a sacrifice for all. Christ instructed the disciples to do the same ritual in the future in memory of him.

Jesus was subsequently betrayed and turned over to the authorities. He was sentenced to crucifixion and perished on the cross. His body was cleansed and placed in a tomb sealed by a stone. His followers were unaware of the miracle that would ensue in the days to come. On Easter Sunday, the tomb was discovered open and empty. Jesus had risen from the dead, providing irrefutable proof that he was the Son of God. In turn, Jesus fulfilled all he was born to do and preached.

Easter did not always symbolize Christ’s resurrection when it was first celebrated. It was once a pagan ritual of renewal and birth. However, when early missionaries began spreading Christianity’s message, the holiday - falling around the time of Christ’s actual resurrection - was adopted to commemorate the religious miracle. Today it stands as a testament to ultimate sacrifice and the promise of eternal life for all who believe in him.

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Friday: The Trial

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esus was beaten and questioned by Pontius Pilate, the ruler appointed by the conquering roman government.

Though Pilate said he found no evidence that Jesus had broken the law, he nevertheless handed Jesus over to the religious authorities who demanded his execution.

John 19:5-6: “Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man! When the chief priests therefore and officers saw him, they cried out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him. Pilate saith unto them, Take ye him, and crucify him: for I find no fault in him.”

The similarities between Easter symbolism complements the holiday Passover and Easter Tradition plays an important role in Easter celebrations for many families.

Cherished traditions and symbols of Easter may include anything from egg hunts to lilies to lambs. Understanding the importance behind these symbols can make sharing the miracle of Easter that much more special.

Eggs

Eggs are one of the more recognizable symbols of Easter. For Easter egg hunts, eggs are hard-boiled and decorated in bright hues. It’s believed that the origins of Easter eggs are both secular and religious. From the secular (once pagan) perspective, the egg is an ancient symbol of new life, according to The History Channel, and has been associated with pagan festivals that celebrate spring. Some Christians feel that Easter eggs represent Christ’s emergence from the tomb and his subsequent resurrection. Eggs were once a food not consumed during Lent, therefore painting and decorating them to mark the end of fasting and penance became a way to celebrate Easter.

Crucifix

The crucifix is one of the central symbols of Easter and Christianity. The cross is a symbol of Christ’s crucifixion and sacrifice. The crucifix also highlights the ability of God to give new life to people after death.

In addition to wearing and displaying the cross during Easter, some people bake “hot cross buns” as another symbol of the season.

Rabbit

The Easter bunny is very much a secular symbol of the holiday, but one that has become so ingrained with the season that many people ascribe to it a Christian meaning. Pagan celebrations of spring often linked rabbits or hares with the season because of their fertility and ability to bring forth new life. According to the Christian living resource Crosswalk, believers associate the rabbit coming out of its underground home as a symbol of Christ emerging from the tomb.

Lilies

Lilies are often exchanged during Easter celebrations or presented as hostess gifts for those sharing the holiday meal with others. The American Bible Society says lilies grow in the spring around the time when Easter is typically celebrated. Also, because they look like trumpets, they can be a symbol that heralds Christ’s resurrection.

Lamb

The lamb is another symbol associated with Easter. Lambs were originally associated with the Jewish holiday of Passover, when lambs were sacrificed and their blood was used to mark which houses contained those faithful to God. As a result of his crucifixion, Christ became the symbolic lamb for all — the ultimate sacrifice.

In fact, Christ is often referred to as “The Lamb of God.” Easter is replete with many recognized symbols. Unearthing their meanings can be a learning experience and a way to further immerse oneself in this holy holiday.

To the casual observer, Passover and Easter may not to seem to have much in common. While the two holidays are celebrated by people of different faiths, they share certain similarities. Both Passover and Easter celebrate fundamental tenets of their respective faiths. For Christians, Easter commemorates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a moment that has shaped the lives of faithful Christians ever since. During Passover, Jews honor a moment in history that helped free slaves

from captivity and shape them into the people of Israel. In addition, historians believe that the Passion of Christ, which is the short final period of Jesus’ life, occurred during the observance of Pesach, or Passover. During this time, Jesus went to Jerusalem in response to a mandate to appear at the Temple. It also is believed that the Last Supper described in all four Gospels was likely a Passover seder. Liberation and rebirth also are at the heart of both holidays.

Dye eggs with all-natural ingredients Coloring Easter eggs is a time-honored tradition passed down from generation to generation. Easter eggs symbolize rebirth, which fits in well with both religious and seasonal celebrations.

While there are many kits on the market that enable people to easily color eggs, there also are plenty of all-natural foodstuffs, like fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices, that can get the job done just as effectively.

For those who plan to eat the eggs afterward, natural dyes may be preferable to dyes from kits.

Below are a few tried and true methods for producing brilliantly hued eggs with items from the kitchen, courtesy of The Spruce and Martha Stewart.

Beautiful blues

Give chicken eggs a beautiful robin egg shade with red cabbage. Simply shred one cup of red cabbage into a pot. Bring the cabbage and roughly 4 cups water and 1 tablespoon salt to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Let the broth cool. Strain out the cabbage and stir in 2 tablespoons of distilled white vinegar. Let the eggs sit in the dye for the desired duration to achieve light to dark

blue eggs.

Perky pinks

Use beets to create pink and red eggs. Take 1 or 2 beets and roughly chop them. Combine with 4 cups water and 1 tablespoon of salt in a saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain the mixture and allow to cool. Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar. Use the solution for red and pink eggs.

Happy yellows

Cast a sunny glow on eggs

with a common household spice and some tasty carrots.

Turmeric is touted for its anti-inflammatory benefits, but it also makes a great dye. Bring 1 tablespoon of turmeric, 3 to 4 sliced carrots, 1 tablespoon salt, and 4 cups of water to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Let cool, strain and stir in 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar. Use the dye for a lovely yellow shade.

Turn to all natural items for safe and easily dyed Easter eggs.

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Friday: The Execution

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esus was taken outside the city walls to be executed by the roman method of crucifixion. With him were two other convicts who were also to be killed that day.

John 19:17-18: “And he bearing his cross went forth into a place called the place of a skull, which is called in the Hebrew Golgotha: Where they crucified him, and two others with him, on either side one, and Jesus in the midst.”

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The Death of Jesus

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ith a large crowd watching, Jesus died. The roman empire kept time differently than we do today; the “sixth hour” corresponds roughly to the modern-day 12 p.m. and the “ninth hour” to about 3 p.m.

Friday is traditionally known as “Good Friday” by Christians.

While it may seem contradictory – what could possibly be good about Jesus’ death? – the name comes from an old meaning of the word “good”: holy.

Matthew 27:45-46, 50: “Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?

That is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? …

Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost.”

Create colorful Easter eggs Beautifully colored Easter eggs are a beloved holiday tradition. In many cultures, eggs represent new life, fertility and rebirth. For Christians, the Easter egg is symbolic of the resurrection, or the eternal life, of Jesus Christ. The practice of coloring eggs and offering them as decorative items is embraced during both secular and religious Easter celebrations.

Many fond memories and traditions are tied to Easter egg coloring, and some people may have their preferential kits or practices to achieve beautiful eggs. But embracing some new tips and tricks can produce beautiful eggs and make this beloved tradition even more fun.

• Begin with firm, hard-boiled eggs.

Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Then use a large spoon to gently lower the eggs into the water. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer and boil for just about 12 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl with ice cold water and let them cool. Allow the eggs to cool completely before coloring.

• Lay out newspaper or an old tablecloth

to soak up any spills. Spills are inevitable, so don’t let them spoil the fun. In addition, empty egg cartons make ideal drying racks, so do not discard them.

• Make patterns or other designs on the eggs. Use a white crayon to draw on the egg directly. The dye will not stick to the wax. Or use string, rubber bands, tape, stickers, or other items to create your pattern. Dip the egg and then remove the materials afterward to reveal the design.

• Swirl a few drops of food coloring into shaving cream on a flat surface. Roll the eggs into the mixture, let dry, and then gently clean to remove the excess shaving cream. The result is a marbled effect.

• Recognize that you don’t have to “dye” eggs at all. Use a sponge to dab on a design. Strips of tissue paper can be adhered to the egg with glue or shellac. Children may enjoy submerging the egg in glue and then coating it in glitter.

The potential to create creative Easter eggs is limitless. Embracing new strategies can set this year’s eggs apart.

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Saturday: His Body is Buried

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oseph of arimathaea, a disciple of Jesus, and Nicodemus, a religious official, paid to have the body of Jesus quietly buried. By local custom, the body was not embalmed but buried as soon as possible after death. The body lay untouched through saturday, the Jewish sabbath day, because no one could go near a dead body on this holy day.

John 19:41-42: “Now in the place where he was crucified there was a garden; and in the garden a new sepulchre, wherein was never man yet laid. There laid they Jesus therefore because of the Jews’ preparation day; for the sepulchre was nigh at hand.”

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Sunday: Fear and Great Joy

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ith the sabbath over, Jesus’ disciples Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and salome came to the tomb to anoint the body with ritual herbs. They worried that they would not be able to roll away the heavy stone that blocked the entrance to the tomb.

When the reached it, they found that the stone was already gone, and an angel greeted them. This encounter began the story of the Christian faith. © CTW FeaTures

Matthew 28:5-8a: “And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.

And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy.”

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An Egg-celent History

The origins behind some of easter’s best traditions BArry WAldmAn CTW FEATurEs

as one of the two most sacred holidays on the Christian calendar, easter is loaded with traditions.

From the easter bunny to easter eggs, the easter parade or even the consumption of hams and candies — some of these seem to have little to do with the easter story itself. here are the origins behind some of the season’s most enduring customs and observances.

easter Bunny

The most prominent symbol of easter harkens back to the 1700s when German immigrants arrived in the New World with their “osterhase,” or easter hare. hares were popular subjects for

church art in medieval Germany, where they frequently appeared in sets of threes, symbolizing the holy Trinity. Because of the animal’s prolific rate of reproduction, rabbits had also represented rebirth and new life since ancient times. That association was linked to the story of Christ’s resurrection with the arrival of Christianity.

easter eggs

The tradition of coloring easter eggs appears to date to at least the 13th century. In the orthodox tradition, eggs were said to be forbidden during Lent, so people would paint and decorate them to celebrate the conclusion of the season of penitence. Because they also represent new life, the easter bunny and egg traditions have melded over the years, though

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Area Holy week schedules

Highland Baptist Church

Service of Darkness Friday, April 19 - 7 PM Easter Morning Worship Sunday, April 21 - 10:30 AM Highland Baptist Church can be reached at 806-665-3300 and is located at 1301 N. Banks.

Zion Lutheran Church

Palm Sunday/Sunday Of The Passion Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Holy Monday 7 p.m. Order Of Vespers/Responsive Prayer 1 Holy Tuesday 7 p.m. Order Of Vespers/Responsive Prayer 1 Holy Wednesday 7 p.m. Order Of Vespers + The Litany Holy Thursday 7 p.m. Holy Communion/Stripping Of The Altar Good Friday 7:30 p.m. Tenebrae Vespers; Holy Saturday The Vigil Of Easter 8:20 p.m.

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8:30 a.m. (Only Service!) lowing breakfast, an Easter Egg Zion Lutheran Church is located Hunt will be held before Sunday at 1200 N. Duncan and can be Services. reached at 806-669-2774.

10:45 a.m. – Easter Sunday Services First Presbyterian Church Please join us for services in the Palm Sunday, April 14 10:45 a.m. – Palm Sunday Ser- Reformed Protestant tradition. vice with children special singing First Presbyterian Church is located at 525 N. Gray and can be during service reached at 806-665-1031.

Wednesday, April 17 5:30 p.m. – kid-friendly Seder Meal for children and youth in church Parlor featuring traditional Good Friday Service- April Seder ingredients with emphasis 19- 8 p.m. on how this meal relates to the The Darkest Hours in Human Last Supper.

History Following the Seder Meal, adults Jesus Arrested and youth are invited to attend a Jesus before Annas and Caiamore contemporary family meal, phas also served in the parlor.

Peter’s Denials Easter Sunday, April 21 Before the Sanhedrin 9:30 a.m. – Easter Breakfast Jesus before Pilate served for adults and youth in the Jesus before Herod and Again Parlor with the Easter story told Before Pilate to children during this time. FolJesus sentenced to be crucified

Hi-Land Christian Church

The Crucifixion The Death of Jesus The Burial of Jesus Communion & Candle Service 1 Cor. 11:26 “For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.

Closing Prayer Sunday, April 21 9:45 a.m. - Resurrection Egg Hunt for elementary age kids.

10:45 a.m. - The Road To The Empty Tomb Leads To Heaven

New Horizon Community Fellowship

New Horizon Community Fellowship is located at 711 E. Harvester and can be reached 806440-4240.

The church will have their normal service at 10:30 a.m. but there will be an Easter Egg hunt for the children during the service in the children’s church.

First United Methodist Church of Pampa

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Sunday Musical Service We now fill Propane!!

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Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April, 6:30 p.m.

Community Sunrise Service Thursday, April 21st, 7:00 a.m. at Central Park

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EASTER THE STORY IS TRUE!

Sunday Morning Worship Service

Bring your family and invite your friends to experience Jesus in a whole new way as we continue our series in Israel and see where Jesus spent his last days on earth.

10:30 am

PASSION SERVICE Thursday, April 18 at 7:00pm

Sunday Evening Service

5:00 pm

EASTER SERVICES Sunday, April 21 at 9:30 & 11:00am

2225 North Hobart St, Pampa, TX

Wednesday Evening Bible Study

34368

5:00 pm

Gospel Sing

Second Sunday - 2:00 pm

33841