Easter? What is that?
Jesus left them again and prayed the same prayer as before. When he returned to them again, he found them sleeping, for they couldn’t keep their eyes open. And they didn’t know what to say. Mark 14:38-39, NLT
Easter is quickly approaching! But do your friends and neighbors know what Easter is really about?
A recent Barna survey found...... >Read More
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Fresh Love
In those moments when you have a fresh appreciation for a friend; a surge of fresh love for someone dear; or a warming of your heart to someone new in your life… how do you express it?
Sometimes we give gifts, write a note, call or spend some extra time together. We find ways to say, “You are important to... >Read More
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Reclaim Lent: Find some breathing room
Have a specific prayer on your heart this Lent season? Share your requests with a mentor.
For many of us, our churches have moved away from the more austere traditions of the past. Our pastors don’t wear suits. Our worship teams have drummers and you can download a podcast of the sermon. In many ways church has become more relaxed... >Read More
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The Easter Story
Watch an animated video "My Last Day" about Jesus' last day on Earth
Told from the New Living Translation of the Holy Bible
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life. God did not send His Son into the world to condemn... >Read More
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Paska - A Traditional Easter Bread
This great traditional sweet Easter bread is great with icing and sprinkles. Try it toasted too. Great as a dessert, with coffee or even for breakfast.
Ingredients:
1/2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 cup lukewarm potato water
1 pkg yeast
1 1/2 cups light creme
1 1/2 cups sugar
5 eggs, separated
8 cups flour
3/4 cup butter
1/4 cup lemon
1/2 tsp...... >Read More
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Easter Story Cookies
Ingredients:
1 cup whole pecans
1 teaspoon vinegar
3 egg whites (room temp.)
Pinch of salt
1 cup white sugar
Utensils:
Bible
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
Zipper baggie
Electric-beater/mixer
Masking tape
Directions:
PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 300° F. (This is important – do not wait until you are half-done with the recipe to turn...... >Read More
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The Resurrection: Reason to Rejoice
I remember several years ago standing behind the curtain during our church’s Passion Play. At the end of each performance, I would step out and explain how to be saved by trusting the Lord Jesus Christ as personal Savior. Onstage, Jesus had just risen, and the disciples were running back to look inside the tomb. I got so caught... >Read More
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Easter Changes Everything
It’s almost time to celebrate Easter, which is great news, because Easter... >more
Jesus' Resurrection: Fact or Fiction?
At Easter, some might wonder what all the fuss is about. Who... >more
What Do You Fear?
