Team Advance Men's Steak Dinner Please mark your calendars for our annual Men’s Steak Dinner on Friday, April 11th at 6:00 pm. This invitation is open to all men (young and old). We will have a special guest speaker and a great time. We will accept a free-will donation of $20.00 per person to offset the meal and speaker costs—more details to follow. Watch for a sign-up a few weeks before the event. Easter in Advance Easter is a celebration and a crucial part of our faith because it brings the humanity and divinity of Jesus together. Jesus was fully human as He walked this earth. He experienced, suffered, and was tempted in every way we are. Because of His great love for us and His Heavenly Father, Jesus, the man, went to the cross to die for our sins. But, by the power of God, He was resurrected from the dead on the third day, becoming fully divine. In that act, He conquered death to bring us the hope of our resurrection and eternity in Heaven. That is a reason to celebrate!
This year, our Easter celebrations are slightly different from those in past years. We will not be hosting a communion remembrance on Maundy Thursday; instead, we will be observing a special Good Friday Communion from 12noon to 3:00 pm, which is the time that Jesus was on the cross when His body was broken, and His blood was spilled. You may come to the church during those times or take it wherever you are. Communion packs will be available in the foyer. This is an excellent opportunity for you to have communion as a church, as a family, and with fellow believers at home or work.
Easter Events: Good Friday Communion, April 18th – 12 noon to 3:00 pm – at the church or wherever you are. Communion packets are available at the church. A devotional will be provided. Procession of the Cross April 18th – 7:00 pm – Once again, for the eleventh time, we will walk the streets of Advance as a witness to Jesus’ death and burial. We will begin at the Utility Building and end at the church for prayer. During the walk, we will each be allowed to carry the cross. This is a great way to bear witness to our community of the great price Jesus paid for us. Walk individually, as a family, or bring friends. If you can’t walk, follow behind in your vehicle. Though the world has largely forgotten why we remember Good Friday, let us not forget! Come and join us!
Easter Sonrise Service April 20th – 7:00 am – As is our custom, we will gather at this early hour to celebrate our risen Lord. It will be a time of rejoicing and remembrance. We will have a time of devotion and praise, with breakfast at 7:45 am. Easter Breakfast April 20th – 7:45 am to 8:45 am – We will offer a breakfast of egg casseroles, biscuits & gravy, and fresh fruit. Come enjoy this special time of fellowship! Easter Celebration April 20th – 9:20 am – We will gather together, united as the church, to celebrate the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and join us as we celebrate the gift of eternal life that Jesus gave us.
Outdoor Worship This year, we will kick off the summer with our first outdoor service on Sunday, May 25th, during our 10:20 am service. We will also meet outside on the following dates: June 8th, June 22nd, August 31st, September 14th, and September 28th. In the event of inclement weather, we will move the services inside. Sunday School will be held inside for all classes.