First time visitors might find our First Time Guest Guide helpful, as well as information on our worship and who we are. Childcare is provided for children younger than five-years-old, though children of all ages are welcome to be present in worship.
Palm Sunday Worship Service
Sunday, March 25, 2018
10:30AM
Palm Sunday is the day we remember the “triumphal entry” of Jesus into Jerusalem,
exactly one week before we celebrate his resurrection.
As we hear the events of his arrival recounted in the Gospel of John (12:12-13)
we will join in the celebration by singing hosannas and waving palm branches.
John 15:1, 4-5, 9-12
Sermon Title: The Vine
This is the final sermon in the series on the “I AM” statements of Jesus in the Gospel of John. Today we will wonder what it means when Jesus calls himself “the true vine.”
Rev. Mandy England Cole, proclaimer
Choir Anthem: “Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land”
Ritual of Footwashing
John 13:1-15
During that last week of the life of Jesus, the Gospel of John tells the story of how Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. As we remember this, we will enact this ritual ourselves. In footwashing the church recalls the example of Jesus’ humility as Good Friday drew near and Jesus performed this menial domestic chore for the protesting disciples. It was the custom in the ancient world that provision be made for the feet of guests to be bathed when they arrived at the home of their host. This task was ordinarily done by servants or people of low rank in the larger family. The Gospel of John (13:1-17), where the story is recounted, does not tell why this act of hospitality was omitted when Jesus and the disciples arrived for the meal. It is clear that no one but Jesus volunteered to rise from the table and perform the servile but gracious act. Jesus waited for others to remedy the oversight, but none did. It was during the meal that Jesus rose from the table and began the task in silence. Our church will observe footwashing because Jesus offered it as an example whereby Christians may mutually observe the place of humility and service in the Christian life. It is not itself the only or highest example of humility and service, but symbolically it demonstrates them in great power. If you would like to participate in this ritual during worship, you will be invited to remove your socks and shoes at your seat and then to come forward as directed.
No Wednesday Night Dinner & Programs – March 28, 2018
Maundy Thursday Worship Service
Thursday, March 29, 2018
7:00PM, Chamberlayne Baptist Church
This evening we will join together with our neighboring community churches for a Maundy Thursday cantata. Our combined choirs will present “The Crucifixion” by John Stainer. We will also celebrate communion together. Childcare is available. (Chamberlayne Baptist Church is located at 215 Wilkinson Road, Richmond, VA 23227.)
Good Friday – Stations of the Cross
Friday, March 30, 2018
3:00PM
On Good Friday we remember the events of the last day of Jesus’ life, and his crucifixion, by joining with other Northside churches as we walk the Stations of the Cross along Brookland Parkway. The story is told through the reading of scripture and by song. We will gather at Saint Philip’s Church on 2900 Hanes Avenue at 3:00PM to begin this holy walk.
Easter Fool’s Fun
Sunday, April 1, 2018
9:30AM
As Easter Sunday falls on April Fool’s Day this year, we have planned some Easter Fool’s fun!
We are hosting a competition for dioramas of Bible stories built using Peep marshmallow candy.
Entries will be displayed and judged on Easter Sunday morning. Bring an entry or come and enjoy the handiwork of others, refreshments, and fellowship!
Easter Worship Service
Sunday, April 1, 2018
10:30AM
We joyfully gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus as told in the Gospel of John (20:1-11)!
Celebration of Communion
John 20:11-18
Sermon Title: No One Expects Resurrection
Rev. Mandy England Cole, proclaimer
Choir Anthem: “On the Third Day”
