Central News
April 2025 / Vol. 33, No. 8
Holy Week Begins April 13. Come Worship With Us!
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PALM SUNDAY – Sunday, April 13
- Procession: 10:10 am
- Worship: 10:30 am
MAUNDY THURSDAY – Thursday, April 17
- Worship / Communion: 7 pm
GOOD FRIDAY – Friday, April 18
- Special Service of Music – “Requiem” by Gabriel Fauré: 12 noon
- Service of Tenebrae: 7 pm
EASTER – Sunday, April 20
- Breakfast / Youth Fundraiser: 9 am
- Easter Egg Hunt: 9:45 am
- Preludes: 10:10 am
- Festival Service of Worship: 10:30 am
A Good Word From Patrick
Hey folks, over the last few weeks, I’ve had the humbling opportunity to visit some of our partner organizations and see firsthand the impact our long-standing relationships have had. At Amos House, Better Lives Rhode Island, Crossroads Rhode Island, Rhode Island Community Food Bank, and Your Neighborhood Food Pantry, I’ve heard powerful stories about the urgent needs in our community – especially around food, finances, and housing. Even more compelling than the needs, though, are the intentional, compassionate efforts these organizations are making every day to help our community thrive.
Of course, these are just some of the pressing needs in our community, but they represent a vital area where we have deep and meaningful partnerships. People sometimes ask me why our church isn’t more involved in addressing these core issues. The truth is, we are involved – and have been for a long time. Often, our involvement takes the form of monetary and in-kind donations, which might not always be visible but are deeply impactful.
Each year, our Mission and Action Committee reviews our partnerships to evaluate their effectiveness in addressing real community needs. New organizations are proposed, new challenges are considered, and everything is measured against our congregation’s core values and our shared vision of a world where all people can thrive. After thoughtful and passionate conversation, the committee recommends partnerships and allocates funding from our church’s Mission and Action budget.
This careful discernment has helped us sustain relationships with trusted organizations like Amos House, Crossroads, and Rhode Island Community Food Bank, and build new ones with partners like Better Lives Rhode Island and Your Neighborhood Food Pantry. And that’s just the beginning. We also support organizations focused on immigration and refugee resettlement, LGBTQIA+ youth, healthcare access, grassroots organizing, victim advocacy, and support for at-risk youth.
When the Mission and Action Committee meets, they work hard to ensure our church’s values translate into real-world impact.
Of course, money isn’t everything. Many of our partners have asked for help in advocating for the continuation of national Medicaid and SNAP benefits and for increased state-level funding to cover gaps in federal programs. If you’re policy-minded, this is a tangible way to help. And if you’re looking to donate time or expertise, every one of our partners can use your help.
One of the best ways to get connected is through our upcoming Week of Service. You’ll find more information in this newsletter, and I hope you’ll consider participating!
From time to time, someone will ask why we aren’t doing more to address a particular need in our community. Often, we are – we just don’t always do a great job of sharing that story. And even if we aren’t currently engaged in a particular issue, one of the gifts of being a congregational church is this: you doing something means we are doing something. If you’re involved in a cause or effort that reflects our shared values, let us know! We want to celebrate and support it as part of our church’s mission to ease suffering and build a more just world.
I’m so grateful to be in ministry with you. Grateful for our passionate leaders. Grateful for our community partnerships. And most of all, I am grateful for your ongoing commitment to making the world a better place. I’ll see you Sunday!
Peace – Patrick
Lenten MIDWEEK
MIDWEEK continues during Lent. On Wednesday, April 2 and 9, at 6 pm, our Lenten Meditation speakers will share their journeys of faith. Afterwards, we will come together in the Fireplace Room for our Lenten Mission Supper, a simple meal of soup and bread plus a short presentation on the theme of “Justice.”
On, April 2, Todd Trebour, Executive Director of Rhode Island State Council for the Arts, will discuss the future of the arts in Rhode Island and throughout the United States. And, on April 9, Kevin Proft, Deputy Director of Sustainability for the City of Providence, and Sarah Hashem, Director of Youth Education for Groundwork Rhode Island, will discuss “Climate Justice and Climate Action.”
Children and teens are welcome at Kids Table at MIDWEEK for dinner, crafts, and games in Chapel Hall at 6 pm each Wednesday. And the Children’s Choir will rehearse at 6:30 pm in the Choir Room.
The Deacon’s Bench
Warmer weather is coming. The clocks have been moved ahead an hour. Spring Equinox. The Easter Season. Tulips and grape hyacinth emerging from sleep. And I am thinking about starting a garden.
Not since the great groundhog incident of 2017 have we had a truly planned-out garden. All that time and energy put into starting the seeds inside the house. Little plastic trays filled with soil taking up any available window ledges. Germination time charts studied for our chosen seeds. Making a grid in the raised garden beds outside to correctly space the young sprouts once they are ready to meet the world. All this decimated by some backyard rodents. (But one day, after discovering the culprit was a mother groundhog and her five kits and seeing their cuteness, our hearts melted, and we were not as upset.)
To get back on track, as I was recently thinking about starting a garden, the idea of seeds germinating stuck with me. Here are these tiny little hard objects lying dormant inside paper envelopes. So far, they have existed in a constant state of contemplation. Maybe they know what they will become. Or maybe when they sprout, they will be surprised.
As a New Englander, I find every winter a time of contemplation. Introspection. Who am I? Who could I become? And when I think about Jesus and his selfless acts and empathy, it makes me want to start a garden even more. To grow things. If we grow more than we need, we’ll pass it along to those in need. And if I think of myself as a seed that has spent the last decades of my life lying dormant in contemplation and introspection, I then must ask myself, “What will I become when I germinate?” So I ask you, what are you germinating? Are you a flower with a nice scent, a medicinal herb, a nourishing vegetable? What beauty will sprout from you? What beauty will you give the world? – Erik Wohlgemuth
Welcome, Cristina!
On Sunday, March 30, Central welcomed Cristina Ferri, the new Director of Religious Education. With a background in psychology, trauma-informed crisis intervention, and spiritual direction, Cristina enjoys weaving spiritual practices into daily life, awakening the mind, body, and spirit through tried-and-true spiritual practices, including prayer and silence combined with creative expression. She transitioned to youth ministry to inspire and walk alongside young people as they understand their walk with God. Cristina is passionate about creating safe, judgment-free spaces. Her mission is to remind others that God is with us and loves us exactly where we are, as we are.
Cristina has worked as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist at The Hope Initiative in Providence, Chaplain at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections Women’s Facility in Cranston, and Recovery and Connections Pastor at Evangelical Covenant Church in Attleboro. She received her Associate of Arts degree in psychology from Fisher College in Boston and her Master of Divinity degrees from Kairos University in Sioux Falls, S.D. and North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, where she also earned a Certificate of Spiritual Direction from the C. John Weborg Center for Spiritual Direction. Check out Susannah’s interview with Cristina.
Seeking a Church Home?
If you are looking for a church – or know someone who is – we would love to talk with you about it at our Inquirers’ Meeting. It’s very informal. You’ll meet with our senior minister, Patrick Faulhaber, and others like you who think Central may be the right church home. No commitment necessary. To join us, fill out a pew card during Sunday Worship or call the Church Office at 401-331-1960, and Patrick will get in touch.
Inquirers’ Meeting: Sunday, April 27, 11:30 am
New Member Sunday: Sunday, May 3, 10:30 am
Easter Memorial Flowers
The beautiful flowers that adorn our chancel every year are wonderful ways to remember and honor your loved ones. To order Memorial Easter Flowers, contact the Church Office. The suggested donation is $40 per order (individual or a couple). Remembrances received by Monday, April 7, will appear in the Holy Week / Easter orders of worship.
Spring Church Clean-Up
It’s time to spruce up Central’s building and grounds for Holy Week! Projects range from polishing and dusting to raking leaves and moving furniture. Choose the task you want to tackle. Remember, many hands make light work. Plus, we’ll have coffee, doughnuts, and lots of good cheer! Please join us Saturday, April 12, from 9 am to 12 noon – or whenever you can stop by.
Pick Up Your Lenten Devotional!
Walk with beloved writer C.S. Lewis on his inspiring journey to faith, leaning into the power of literature to provoke thought and inspire action. In “C.S. Lewis and the Delightful, Diabolical Daring of Lent,” Lewis explores an array of familiar, everyday struggles with humor, wit, and imagination. Pick up your free copy at the Welcome Table in Chapel Hall or see Claudia.
Called To Care Seminar
Learn how to share God’s love and comfort with others – and support those in need – while honoring their unique life experiences and perspectives. Claudia Demick, Bob Iovino, and Caroline Johnson lead this seminar in compassion and caring. RSVP to Claudia to reserve your place! Sunday, May 18, 12 noon to 4 pm, in the Fireplace Room
Amos House Breakfast Volunteers
Please join Central’s Amos House Breakfast Volunteers as they assemble pre-packaged breakfasts. (Amos House serves 400 every day!) Even if you can only come occasionally, we welcome every extra set of hands. Questions? Contact Tracy Baran. Wednesdays, 6:30 am, in the Amos House Kitchen (460 Pine Street, Providence)
Your Neighborhood Food Pantry
Every week during Sunday Worship, Central collects non-perishable food items for Your Neighborhood Food Pantry, a local organization that serves Providence neighbors experiencing food insecurity. Please place donations in the baskets at the front of the church during the second verse of the first hymn. Thanks!
From Claudia
As we approach Holy Week and Easter, I often think back to 15 years ago when I was in Israel shortly after Easter. We visited places where Jesus walked, and we contemplated the familiar events and stories of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.
Today I am remembering a very special communion service that we held on the Mount of Olives. We had an appointment to enter a garden there and waited alongside the steep walk for the monk to let us in. All we could see was a very old, very large door in a very tall wall. That wizened, elderly monk arrived with an iron key that must have been almost two-feet long! This was no ordinary place opened by no ordinary key. He let us in, told us when he would return, and then closed the door.
Once inside, we were amazed at what we saw. We were the only ones there and walked freely in a fairly small grove of olive trees, some of which predated Christ. The view of Jerusalem below was spectacular. Quietly, our group of 19 wandered around, sometimes alone or in groups of two or three. Occasionally we might reach out to touch a 3,000-year-old tree, thinking about long-ago events and those who perhaps knew this place well.
Finally, we gathered around a fairly recent stone table with some stone benches carved into the rock on one side. Those of us who were clergy led communion in that magnificent and holy place in the midst of that ancient grove in the heart of the story of Holy Week. The quiet high above the edge of the city was awe-inspiring.
Jesus and his disciples knew the Mount of Olives well. Whether or not we stood in the exact place where Jesus stood didn’t matter. The quiet and a feeling of reverence went through us. If we spoke at all, it was in hushed voices. We walked again through that small grove and felt the power of God’s presence.
May we also feel God’s presence as we remember that long-ago time, experiencing the stories of our faith again throughout this season. And may God bless each and every one of us as we continue to reflect on what those stories mean to us.
Yours on the journey – Claudia
Annual Week of Service
In case you missed the kick-off at the Mission Luncheon held on Sunday, March 30, the Mission & Action Committee has planned Central’s first Annual Week of Service for April 28 to May 4, 2025. They’ve lined up all sorts of volunteer opportunities, so hopefully at least one will fit into your schedule. For more information and to sign up, contact Tracy Baran.
- Tuesday, April 29, 2 to 4 pm: Package personal hygiene products at Amenity Aid (33 Plan Way, Building 3B, Warwick)
- Tuesday, April 29, 5 to 7 pm: Assemble oral health packets for children going through radiation at Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island (405 Promenade St., Providence)
- Thursday, May 1, 10 am to 12 noon: Package personal hygiene products at Amenity Aid (33 Plan Way, Building 3B, Warwick)
- Friday May 2, 1 to 3 pm: Compile patient packets at Clínica Esperanza (60 Valley St., Providence)
- Friday May 2, 2:30 to 5:30 pm: Assist with Better Lives Rhode Island meal site (Mathewson Street Church, 134 Mathewson St., Providence)
- Saturday, May 3, 10 am to 1 pm: Organize the school library and small painting project at Sophia Academy (582 Elmwood Ave., Providence)
- Saturday, May 3, 1 to 4 pm: Work with Peacedale Congregational Church on outdoor projects at YMCA Camp Fuller (619 Camp Fuller Road, Wakefield)
- Sunday, May 4, 1 pm to 4 pm: Organize supplies, toys, educational games, and other projects at Montessori Community School of Rhode Island (73 Stanwood St., Providence)
Join a Committee!
Have you been looking for a way to meet people and work on meaningful projects in our community? Central is a congregational church, which means your voice, passion, expertise, and time are essential! We have 15 committees that focus on different aspects of community health and vitality. Some committees meet regularly, some are working groups with infrequent meetings, and others combine the two. All serve a range of community needs – offering organization, inspiring ideas, focus on important issues, outreach to the wider community, and a chance to really get to know your fellow team members. Reach out to the Nominating Committee –Tracy Baran, Beth Cotter, Claudia Demick, Patrick Faulhaber, Caroline Johnson, or Mark McLaughlin – if you’d like to know more. We would be grateful to talk with you!
Adult Sunday School
In April, Adult Sunday School will continue to explore “From Jesus to Christ,” learning the story of the first Christians as their new movement dramatically changed the Roman Empire in 300 years. Questions? Ask Claudia. Sundays in April (except Easter, April 20), 9 am, in the Fireplace Room
Food For Thought Book Group
This month, Claudia’s book group will discuss “The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store,” by James McBride, which reminds us that “even in dark times, it is love and community – heaven and earth – that sustain us.” Thursday, April 10, 7 pm, in the Fireplace Room. Coming up on May 8: “Ordinary Grace,” by William Kruegger
Women Gather
This month, Central’s women’s fellowship will join the congregation in decorating Easter Eggs. (More details under “Egg Decorating.”) Sunday, April 13, 11:30 am, Chapel Hall
Central Men’s Group
Open to all ages, Central Men’s Group is a monthly breakfast gathering – held on the third Thursday of each month – for fellowship and spirited conversation on topics ranging from current events and ethics to trends and shared experiences. If you have questions, contact John Trevor. Thursday, April 17, 7:30 am, in the Fireplace Room
Fourth Thursday Book Group
This month, the Fourth Thursday Book Group will delve into “The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession,” by Michael Finkel. This is the spellbinding story of master thief Stéphane Breitwieser, who carried out more than 200 museum and cathedral heists over eight years. Email Ann Scott for a Zoom invitation. Thursday, April 24, 12:30 pm, via Zoom.
Sewing Circle
Central’s sewing circle repairs, upcycles, and repurposes items – for ourselves and charity. We have mending projects, sewing machines, ironing board, and supplies – or bring your own. All skill levels welcome. A seamstress is on hand to help. Contact Amy Hebb or Carolyn Kolesar. Saturday, April 26, 10 am, in the Fireplace Room
REacquainted
Dear Friends, I want to offer a sincere thank you to all of you for allowing me to serve as your Interim Director of Religious Education. It has been a delight to get to know you all and to help renew the youth and children’s programs with you.
I’m grateful that I listened to the divine nudge to journey alongside Central during this interim season. It has been powerful to witness so many of you becoming acquainted – or reacquainted – not only with the children in the pews, but also with the inner child within each of us. The spirituality of kids and youth carries a unique blend of joy, mischief, and wisdom, which I have delighted in. As I reflect on this season, I realize it has been my “Mary Poppins” era – a time of reconnecting with that special energy.
Now, as I pick up my bag and umbrella to float into my next adventure, I carry with me the joy, mischief, and wisdom of this journey! I look forward to continuing as a community member at Central and a friend to each of you! – Susannah
Get to Know Cristina Ferri!
Interim Director of Religious Education Susannah Bales interviewed Cristina Ferri, Central’s new Director of Religious Education, to learn about her experiences in ministry and what inspires her. We hope this helps you get to know Cristina and start some good conversations with her the next time you see her in church!
Susannah: What made you want to become a Director of Religious Education?
Cristina: Two main periods that were influential on my road to children’s ministry. The first was when I was volunteering with a youth group, and I saw how important it was to build relationships with the kids. I could see the significance of them having other adults they could trust and talk to about things happening in their lives. I have a different path to God than those who group up by attending church and hanging out at youth groups, and I am always honest about my path, mistakes, and God’s gift of grace. I think this has been a unique way that has helped me identify and connect with the kids. Most recently, I started bringing spiritual practices into my sermons and ensured that the church’s kids felt included and heard. Because of this, together, we have created poems, Venn diagrams, and art, as well as had many important conversations about God, and many laughs as well. I often feel like a kid trapped in an adult body, and I identify with Jesus when he says, “Let the little children come to me!… Do not turn them away. Creator’s good road from above belongs to the ones who are like these children.”
Susannah: What is one thing you hope the kids and teens all learn about God?
Cristina: That they are loved as they are, where they are.
Susannah: What do you love most about teaching kids and teens about God?
Cristina: I think what’s so fun is watching them really ponder the questions before they answer. I think kids are naturally more connected to God and open to deeper answers. Most of what they say blows me away. It’s truly a blessing to walk with them on their journey to getting to know God.
Susannah: Can you tell us a fun fact about yourself that we might not know?
Cristina: I believe in unicorns.
Susannah: Can you share one of your favorite Bible verses with us?
Cristina: Isaiah 61:3: “To all who mourn in Israel, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair. In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the Lord has planted for his own glory.” I chose this one because of the state of the world right now. I feel that everything is so uncertain and scary for so many, and it’s easy to forget the bigger picture. It’s hard sometimes to even imagine there could be joy in hardships. Two things can be true at the same time. We can mourn, and we can be joyful. We can feel uncertain and know we are fully loved. Holding this tension is something that I am still learning how to juggle, and I think kids need to know it’s not perfection we’re seeking. It’s more about planting our roots firmly in God like those great oaks.
Alright folks, I hope this gives you a beginning in getting to know Cristina and starts some good conversations with her the next time you see her in church! I look forward to continuing as a community member at Central and a friend to each of you! – Susannah
Easter Volunteers Needed
All hands on deck for Easter! We are seeking volunteers – teens and adults – to help us get ready for the Easter Breakfast (which benefits the CCC Youth’s summer Service Trip to southern Appalachia) and Easter Egg Hunt. To volunteer, sign up during coffee hour or contact Cristina!
- Breakfast Set-Up: Saturday, April 19, 11 am to 1 pm
- Side Dish Preparation: Deliver Sunday, April 20, 8:45 am
- Breakfast Servers: Sunday, April 20, 8:45 am to 10 am
- Easter Egg Fillers: Saturday, April 19, time TBD
- Easter Egg Hiders: Sunday, April 20, 9 am
Cherub Choir is Back!
Cherub Choir meets each Sunday leading up to Easter when they will perform during Worship. The choir is open to toddlers through second graders. Please drop in and try it out! Sundays, April 2, 9, and 13, 10 am, Religious Education Wing
One Egg a Day
Be a “good egg” and support CCC Kids as they lead us in a special collection for the Egg-a-Day Childhood Nutrition Program in Haiti. This program currently provides high-quality protein (hard-boiled eggs) to 550 Haitian children in two schools. $2.84 provides one egg for one Haitian child every school day for a month! That’s less than $35 a year! Just pick up a plastic egg in the coatroom beginning April 13 and return it by June 8 with your donation inside. This project gives CCC Kids the opportunity to lead our congregation in making the world a better place for children everywhere! At the same time, we continue our 30-year friendship to our neighbors in Haiti.
Easter Egg Decorating
Let’s hang out together and decorate Easter Eggs! Just bring some eggs – regular or blown-out (instructions below) – though we’ll have some on hand if you need them. And, we’ll provide all the supplies, so everyone can paint up a storm and enjoy the good fellowship right. This lovely event is in memory of Ann Bliven, a 50-year member of Central, whose technique makes blown-out Easter eggs durable enough to use year after year. Sunday, April 13, 11:30 am, in Chapel Hall
How to blow out eggs:
- Use a large, clean safety pin, sewing needle, or skewer to poke holes in both ends of the egg.
- Make the hole on the bottom of the egg a little larger – about 1/8”.
- Insert the pin and wiggle it around to break up the yolk.
- Use the smaller hole to blow egg contents into a bowl. (Save them to make scrambled eggs or omelets!)
- Wash the blown-out eggs in warm water, and pat dry.
- Set the eggs on a paper towel placed in an egg tray or carton to drain and dry overnight.
Easter Breakfast / Service Trip Fundraiser
As the sun climbs in the morning sky, and we celebrate that Christ has risen, start off your Easter with a delicious, well-balanced breakfast prepared by CCC Kids & Youth! Donations of $10 per person, $30 per family, graciously accepted. All proceeds benefit this summer’s Youth Service Trip. Sunday, April 20, 9 to 10 am, in Chapel Hall
Easter Egg Hunt
The Easter Egg Hunt, held out on the West Lawn, is for children in fifth grade and under. But all are welcome to watch the fun! Easter Sunday, April 20, 9:45 am. Meet in the Fireplace Room.
Service Trip Information Session
There will be another information session for all interested kids and youth (sixth graders and older), along with their parents. Come learn more about the trip and how you and your friends can be part of it. We’ll discuss everything from project details to logistics – and answer any questions you may have. Sunday, May 4, 11:30 am, in the Fireplace Room
Roger Williams Park Zoo
What better way is there for CCC Kids and Youth – and everybody else in the congregation – to celebrate spring than at the zoo? We’ll enjoy amazing animals in the Wild Woodlands, Rainforest, and more; hike the Wetlands Trail, and if there’s still time, play in the Big Backyard. The cost for children ages 2 to 12 is $16 each; for teens and adults, $22. Group rates are available so check with Cristina. Sunday, May 4, 2 to 4 pm, at Roger Williams Zoo (1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence)
Friday Film Fare
Ah, yes, a familiar childhood story and family favorite. But wait. This isn’t “Pinocchio.” This is “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio” (2022). Here we find ourselves far from Disney and in the darker, more adult world of Carlo Collodi’s original story of the wooden puppet who wanted to be a real boy. Now set in 1930’s Fascist Italy (with a cameo appearance by Il Duce Benito Mussolini himself), the breathtakingly intricate stop-motion animation will make you forget the movie is animated, as del Toro imbues the oft-told tale with a bold new resonance about living with courage, compassion, and finding what it means to be truly human. [117 minutes; color; rated PG] Join host Jim Silverthorn on Friday, May 2, at 7:30 pm, in the Fireplace Room. Please note: This is not a children’s movie, nor is it recommended for younger viewers.
In The Gallery
This April, the Gallery at Central presents the work of abstract artist and Providence native Gail Esposito. Gail has worked as a hairstylist for more than 30 years. But art has proven to be her life’s passion and mission. “Painting, much like styling hair, is artistic expression,” she said. “Painting allows me to use that artistic expression on a blank canvas to be enjoyed for many years. Pablo Picasso once said, ‘Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.’ I hope my work will help others find their escape and help keep their hearts and minds open to joy and beauty.”
Gail enjoys capturing the natural beauty of landscapes and seascapes, but is eager to explore all subject matter. She savors the painting process – what she calls her “journey of color through art” – as much as the finished work. She uses a liquid-art technique – a brush-free method in which she pours acrylic paints on canvas. Gail hopes viewers will get lost in each painting, as they contemplate and appreciate the myriad of vibrant colors and shapes. And, she accepts commissions! Gallery Opening: Come, meet the artist on Friday, April 4, 6 to 8 pm.
Save the Date
Sunday, May 18, at 6 pm is Central’s Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Please join us in Chapel Hall.
April Events
| 2 | Amos House Volunteers | 6:30 am |
| Gallery Committee | 9:30 am | |
| Lenten Meditation | 6 pm | |
| Kids Table at Midweek | 6 pm | |
| Lenten Mission Supper | 6:30 pm | |
| Children’s Choir Rehearsal | 6:30 pm | |
| 3 | Board of Deacons | 5:45 pm |
| Choir Rehearsal | 7:30 pm | |
| 4 | Gallery Opening | 6 pm |
| 6 | Adult Sunday School | 9 am |
| Stewardship Committee | 9:15 am | |
| Cherub Choir Rehearsal | 10 am | |
| Worship | 10:30 am | |
| Church School | 10:30 am | |
| Memorial Courtyard Committee | 12 noon | |
| 8 | BLS/AED Certification Class | 5 pm |
| 9 | Amos House Volunteers | 6:30 am |
| Lenten Meditation | 6 pm | |
| Kids Table at Lenten Midweek | 6 pm | |
| Lenten Mission Supper | 6:30 pm | |
| Children’s Choir Rehearsal | 6:30 pm | |
| 10 | Wisdom Luncheon | 12 noon |
| Food for Thought Book Group | 7 pm | |
| Choir Rehearsal | 7:30 pm | |
| 12 | Spring Church Clean-Up | 9 am |
| 13 | Adult Sunday School | 9 am |
| Cherub Choir Rehearsal | 10 am | |
| Palm Sunday Procession | 10:10 am | |
| Palm Sunday Worship | 10:30 am | |
| Church School | 10:30 am | |
| Easter Egg Decorating | 11:30 am | |
| Women Gather | 12 noon | |
| 15 | Plant & Properties Committee | 5:45 pm |
| Prudential Committee | 7 pm | |
| Choir Rehearsal | 7:30 pm | |
| 16 | Amos House Volunteers | 6:30 am |
| Children’s Choir Rehearsal | 6:30 pm | |
| 17 | Central Men’s Group | 7:30 am |
| Maundy Thursday / Communion | 7 pm | |
| 18 | Good Friday Service of Music | 12 noon |
| Good Friday Service of Tenebrae | 7 pm | |
| 19 | Easter Breakfast Set-Up | 11 am |
| 20 | Easter Breakfast / Youth Fundraiser | 9 am |
| Easter Egg Hunt | 9:45 am | |
| Easter Festival Service of Worship | 10:30 am | |
| Church School | 10:30 am | |
| 21 | Central Newsletter Deadline | 3:30 pm |
| Technology Committee | 7 pm | |
| 23 | Amos House Volunteers | 6:30 am |
| Children’s Choir Rehearsal | 6:30 pm | |
| 24 | Fourth Thursday Book Group | 12:30 pm |
| Choir Rehearsal | 7:30 pm | |
| 25 | Friday Film Fare | 7:30 pm |
| 26 | Sewing Circle | 10 am |
| 27 | Adult Sunday School | 9 am |
| Worship | 10:30 am | |
| Church School | 10:30 am | |
| Inquirers’ Meeting | 11:30 am | |
| Membership Committee | 12 noon | |
| 28 | Annual Week of Service Begins | |
| 29 | Service Week: Amenity Aid | 2 pm |
| Service Week: Partnership to Reduce Cancer | 5 pm | |
| 30 | Amos House Volunteers | 6:30 am |
| 30 | Children’s Choir Rehearsal | 6:30 pm |