This Easter season we are focusing our music and other elements of our services around Jesus after a season of Lenten reflection of the self.  We set out to learn from Jesus' example, ultimately to bring those teachings into our lives:

April 7th: We are reminded of Jesus' humanity when he shows his wounds and is examined by the apostles. 

April 14th: As he sits with his followers we are taught that everyone has a seat and place at the table and that it is open to all. 

April 21st: Then we see Jesus as the Shepherd, willing to suffer for his flock, to lead them, turn them away from danger and teach them the best way to live. 

April 28th: We see Christ as the vine, that with him we have abundance and without his teachings we have nothing. 

May 5th: Then Christ as the friend, adding to the commandments that we should love one another and treat each other justly and with respect. 

May 12th: Finally we come to ascension where we begin our journey living with Christ as the apostles had to learn to live without him.  His teachings live on, those not of hate, discord and division but of love, inclusion and connection.