FUMC Arlington
Thursday, February 23, 2012

Lent Studies

Lent Studies

 

Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, is a time of preparation for Easter.  How will you prepare? FUMC of Arlington has multiple opportunities during Lent to help you to focus on this season and your journey of faith.

Please note that many of these studies use participant books. To obtain a book in advance or request nursery care, please contact Melissa Darrow at mdarrow@arlingtonmethodist.org.

 

Tuesdays

 

Creativity and Divine Surprise: Finding the Place of Your Resurrection

This study will deepen your relationship with God as you experience stories, reflection and exercises from this spiritual guide.  Rev. Francine Copeland leads this study.

 

When: February 21-April 3
Time: 10:00 AM with Contemplative Prayer following at 11:00 AM
Where: Room 203

 

 

Dr. Mosser’s Lectionary Bible Study

Join Dr. Mosser for an in-depth look at the four Lenten scripture lessons for the coming Sunday. 

When: Ongoing
Time: 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Where: Room 155
Nursery provided in room 104
 
 

Parables and Passion Study

This study will examine the parables of Jesus in light of his betrayal and death on the cross. The Tuesday night session of this study will be conducted in a worship setting with singing and prayer in addition to group discussion. Melissa Darrow leads this study.

When: February 21–April 3 
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: Room 100
Book cost: $12
Nursery provided in rRom 104
 
 

Wednesdays

 

Final Words From the Cross Study

In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. As he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”— statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, God and ourselves. Join Rev. Estee Valendy for this five-week study, written by Rev. Adam Hamilton. 

When: February 29–March 28
Time: 6:30-7:30 PM
Where: Room 152

Book: $10
Register Online Here
Nursery available upon request

 
Kids in Mission
 
Kids in Kindergarten-6th grade are invited to participate in weekly mission projects that will benefit those in our church, community, and the world. 
 
When: February 29–March 28
Time: 6:30-8:00 PM
Where: Room 206

Cost: $15 for supplies
Register Online Here

 

Thursdays

 

Parables and Passion Study

This study will examine the parables of Jesus in light of his betrayal and death on the cross. Michelle Clark, missions and outreach coordinator, will lead this discussion-based study focused on the implications of the parables in our everyday lives.

When: March 1, 8, 22, 29 and April 5
Time: 10:00am 
Where: Parlor
Book: $12
 

Journeying through Lent with Mark Study

This study focuses on daily readings from the Gospel of Mark. Study participants will reflect together on the weekly readings during this time of prayer and discussion, led by Melissa Darrow.

When:  February 23–April 5
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: Room 100
Book: $7
Nursery available upon request
 

 
Is your schedule too busy to attend a study?  Then consider joining with your family in this family devotional during the 40 days of Lent.