With a March Lent and an April Easter this year, we have had some welcome extra time between Christmas and the beginning of the Lenten Season. Although it is the shortest month, the February snows have made it seem much longer. Here's to a more temperate Easter morning. Surely, the snow will be gone by Easter!

Lent is a time Christians intentionally seek to grow in their faith. There will be several opportunities for this growth. Both the adult discussion group and the parent group are offering new studies. Soup and Bread with the pastor will be Mondays at noon.

In worship, we will working on gratitude. We'll keep a gratitude journal and our weekly messages will focus on how gratitude is a key element in being happy and in leading a joyful, satisfied life. It's going to be a great Lent. Come and be a part of this special time.