February

Did you know? WAVE is launching a new sermon series, “Book and a Bible,” this month! At each service in this series, a pastor will delve into a special book, talk faith, and tackle important questions. Topics such as Chernow's Grant and the NYT's best-selling book The Collapse of Parenting will be covered.

I will be kicking off the series on February 11^th by preaching on acclaimed author Sara Hagerty’s newest book, Unseen: The Gift of Being Hidden in a World That Loves to Be Noticed. Discover the redeeming value of life’s hidden moments and seasons, when God can be richly growing us if only we’d notice. It’s in these times — the job we feel stuck in, the children we’re raising alone, our private experience of loss — that God can become Friend and whisper life-changing promises to our hearts.

WAVE is a special service that’s intergenerational with children and adults worshiping together in a relaxed atmosphere. The service will be at 5 PM in the auditorium on 2/11. Chili will be served, and the children will be making special valentines for shut-ins. See the February KEY for WAVE’s full spring schedule and instructions on how to view its recent televised services. Attendance is increasing, and everyone is welcome!

Also, coming up in February is Ash Wednesday. Did you know that it’s on Valentine’s Day this year? I can’t think of a better way to honor God’s love for us than to begin the Lenten season intentionally with worship. Come to the Chapel at 9:30 AM on 2/14 for a short service that will include the disposition of ashes. I will be officiating along with Pastor Deborah.

We are blessed to be a part of a church community that is so active. Join with me in praying that Central will serve as a light to the community through these services and its many offerings!

God Bless,

Pastor Noelle