The Board of Christian Nurture is proud to announce an educational approach to Lent. Beginning Sunday March 4th, worshippers will be given a small hand-sewn cloth bag.
During the Children’s moment, Rev. Bucey will “educate” those assembled on the importance of a full understanding of Judas’ betrayal of Jesus and our part in it.
The cloth bags will be used over the next few weeks to collect coins (30 pieces of silver) to allow participants inside the mind of Judas as he contemplated his misgivings about Jesus. On Palm Sunday and Maundy Thursday participants will bring their bags to the altar as a means of admission of our own betrayal of the Lord. Past churches have made this exercise a valued part of their Lenten preparation for Easter.
Some have put nickels, dimes and/or quarters in their bags. Others have opted for a more adventurous “betrayal.” Even John Kennedy half dollars and Susan B. Anthony dollars and an occasional Sacajawea dollar have made their way to the altar. Oh, by the way, a check will also suffice as a sacrifice.
Please note: This offering will be given to the general fund offering of our church to defray the expenses of our general operation.
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