Maundy Thursday / Communion
Thursday, April 2, 7 pm
We’ll remember Jesus’ Last Supper with his disciples by coming together as a community of faith for dinner and a celebration of Communion in Chapel Hall. We’ll reflect on the true meaning of sacrifice and love, as shown by Jesus during the Last Supper – as we let the spirit of Maundy Thursday remind us to cherish our loved ones and strengthen the bonds of friendship. Nursery care provided.
Good Friday Service of Tenebrae
Friday, April 3, 7 pm
Central’s contemplative Service of Tenebrae (Latin for “darkness”) recalls the Crucifixion through scripture and music. The readings take us from the betrayal of Christ through His death on the cross. This profound service ends in quiet and total darkness. Children third grade and up are welcome to attend. Nursery care provided.
Good Friday Service of Music
Friday, April 3, 12 noon
At this year’s Good Friday Service of Music, the Central Congregational Church Choir – conducted by Patrick Aiken, organist/choirmaster – presents “Requiem” by Maurice Duruflé (1947). Structured in nine movements and featuring mezzo-soprano and baritone solos – its thematic material comes primarily from the Mass for the Dead in Gregorian chant. Noted for its calmness and meditative character, Duruflé’s Requiem focuses on consolation and the hope of eternal life rather than sadness.
Easter Festival Service of Worship
Sunday, April 8, 10:10 am
Our Easter Festival Service of Worship is a joyful, music-filled service – with choir, organ, brass, and timpani – that reaches mind and heart to acknowledge the faith that is so much greater than ourselves. The Central Congregational Church Choir will debut a new anthem by organist / choirmaster Patrick Aiken. Worship begins at 10:10 am with Easter Preludes.
Easter Breakfast / Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 8, 9 am / 9:45 am
As we celebrate that Christ has risen, the Central church family will gather for a delicious Easter Breakfast ($10 per person, $30 for families. Proceeds benefit CCC Youth’s summer mission trip. Then, at 9:45 am, we’ll hold the annual Easter Egg Hunt for children in fifth grade and under. We’ll meet in the Fireplace Room before heading out to the West Lawn for the hunt! Nursery care available.
Easter Egg Decorating
Sunday, Mar. 29, 11:30 am
Let’s hang out together and decorate Easter Eggs! Just bring some eggs – regular or blown-out – though we’ll also have some on hand. We’ll provide all supplies, so everyone can have fun and paint up a storm. This lovely event is in memory of Ann Bliven, a 50-year Central member, whose technique makes blown-out Easter eggs durable enough to use year after year. Please join us in Chapel Hall.