Lent at BUMC
Lent is a season of 40 days which begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. The forty days represents the time that Jesus spent in the wilderness preparing for his ministry while enduring the temptation of Satan.
Lent is a time to prepare for Easter, to reflect and repent, and a time for self-examination. In the early Church, Lent started as a time of prayer, fasting, and preparation of baptizing new converts. Today many Christians choose to focus on their relationship with God by giving something up, volunteering, and serving others. Wherever you may find yourself on your faith journey, we have many ways to help engage you during this season of Lent.
Below you will find a variety of programs, opportunities to serve, and activities to help engage your family during the season of Lent.
40 Days: A Lenten Devotional
Our Discipleship Team has put together a 40-day devotional for you to ponder and reflect during Lent. You can read online through the Daily Field Guide.
Easter Lily Dedications
Dedicate a lily in honor or in memory of a loved one! Registration is open now through Palm Sunday, on April 13.
Women's Lenten Bible Study
Pathways to Peace
Begins Tuesday, March 18, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
During the season of Lent, a time for self-examination, join us for "Pathways to Peace" - a Tuesday evening study.
In today's polarized culture, conversations about the things that matter most can be challenging. People shut down, fear takes over, and we find ourselves avoiding important discussions. Yet, as people of faith, we believe there must be a better way to have meaningful dialogue, even when we disagree with others.
Throughout this study, you'll discover why certain conversations feel so difficult, learn practical strategies for engaging in meaningful dialogue, and explore how to create spaces where authentic understanding takes place. Each session includes a teaching portion followed by table discussions where you can share and connect with others.
Drawing wisdom from influential works like "Anatomy of Peace," "I Never Thought of It That Way," and "Love Your Enemies," this series offers practical solutions for bridging our differences and building understanding.
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross in Haney Hall
Wednesday, April 16, through Friday, April 18, 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Stations of the Cross allows us to better understand Jesus' journey to the cross and prepares our souls to understand his suffering. Twelve stations throughout Haney Hall invite you to reflect and pray in preparation for Easter. It will take about 30 minutes to an hour to complete all twelve stations.
Outdoor Stations of the Cross
Friday, April 18, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Stations of the Cross allows us to better understand Jesus' journey to the cross and prepares our hearts for Easter. This is an experience built for all ages that illustrates the events leading up to Jesus' death and resurrection. The 10 stations will be set up on the front lawn.
Volunteer
We need your help in order to make this year's Stations of the Cross a meaningful and memorable experience for all!
Sign up to help with set up, check-in at the outdoor experience, or tear down.
Holy Week Services
Maundy Thursday
April 17, 7 p.m., Family Life Center + online
Commemorate the Last Supper in which Jesus gave several final commands to his disciples – to love one another, serve one another and to remember him through the breaking of the bread. We will join together in person and online for worship and Communion as we remember Jesus’ last meal with his friends.
