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March 5 – Ash Wednesday ►
March 5 – Lenten Mentoring Begins ►
March 8 – Lenten Prayer Breakfast ►
March 9 – Woman Composer Sunday ►
March 12 – Midweek Services Continue ►
March 23 – April 8 – Easter Basket Collection ►
April 4-5 – Kansas District Middle School Huddle ►
April 9 – Easter Basket Assembly ►
April 12 – Early Communion Class ►
April 13 – Palm Sunday ►
April 17 – Maundy Thursday Seder Meal – Shawnee Campus ►
April 17 – Maundy Thursday Dessert Reception – Mission Campus ►
April 18 – Good Friday Worship ►
April 20 – Easter Sunday ►
Worship Schedule ►
Sermon Themes ►
Devotionals ►
Featured Lenten Artwork ►
Lenten Worship Music ►
Lenten Meals ►
Countdown to Easter
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Worship Schedule
Midweek Lenten Worship Schedule
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| Date | Mission | Shawnee |
| Ash Wednesday, March 5 – with communion | noon►, 7pm* | 7pm►, 5:30pm meal |
| Wednesday, March 12 | noon►, 6pm | 7pm, 5:30pm meal |
| Wednesday, March 19 | noon►, 6pm | 7pm, 5:30pm meal |
| Wednesday, March 26 | noon►, 6pm | 7pm, 5:30pm meal |
| Wednesday, April 2 | noon►, 6pm | 7pm, 5:30pm meal |
| Wednesday, April 9 | noon►, 6pm | 7pm, 5:30pm meal |
*Please note that the Ash Wednesday evening service at the Mission campus will begin at 7pm; subsequent evening midweek services at the Mission campus will begin at 6pm.
Lenten meals will be offered March 5 – April 9 at 5:30pm at the Shawnee campus.
Holy Week Worship Schedule
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Holiday/Date |
Mission |
Shawnee |
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| Palm Sunday, April 13 | 5:30pm; 8:30►, 9:45, 11am | 8:30am►, 11am | Worship with Communion |
| Maundy Thursday, April 17 | Noon► and 7pm | Worship with Communion, livestream | |
| 6pm | Seder meal with Worship and Communion | ||
| Good Friday, April 18 | Noon | Contemplative Good Friday worship | |
| 7pm► | 7pm► | Good Friday Tenebrae service | |
| Holy Saturday, April 19 | 5:30pm | Easter worship with Communion | |
| Easter Sunday, April 20 | 8:30► and 9:45am | 8:30am►, 9:45 | Easter worship |
| 11am | 11am | Easter worship with Communion |
Sermon Themes
Midweek Lenten Sermon Theme
Lent is a time to focus on the life and suffering of Jesus Christ. As we focus on the life and suffering of Jesus, we are called to follow His example of loving God and loving people. Through a study of the Lord’s prayer we will learn how to more faithfully love God and love people in our daily lives.
Ash Wednesday – March 5
“Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name.”
Lent 1 – March 12
“Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”
Lent 2 – March 19
“Give us this day our daily bread.”
Lent 3 – March 26
“And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.”
Lent 4 – April 2
“And lead us not into temptation.”
Lent 5 – April 9
“But deliver us from evil.”
Sundays in Lent Sermon Theme
The Christian faith is all about Jesus. During the Sundays of Lent and Holy Week we will be focusing our hearts and minds on who Jesus is through a focus on Jesus’ seven “I Am” statements in the Gospel of John.
In Exodus, God appears to Moses at the burning bush and names himself, “I Am who I Am.” In the Gospel of John, Jesus draws on this story in Exodus and gives us seven names to call him, seven “I Am” statements.
First Sunday in Lent – March 9
“I AM the Bread of Life.”
Second Sunday in Lent – March 16
“I AM the Light of the World.”
Third Sunday in Lent – March 23
“I AM the Door.”
Fourth Sunday in Lent 3 – March 30
“I AM the Good Shepherd.”
Fifth Sunday in Lent – April 6
“I AM the Vine.”
Palm Sunday – April 13
“I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life.”
Easter Sunday – April 20
“I AM the Resurrection and the Life.”
Lenten Devotionals
My Holy Week Journey – Lent Pop-up Window Calendar
Follow Jesus on his journey through Jerusalem during Holy Week. Children love to open the windows which reveal the colorful scenes of Jesus’ journey. Each day leads him closer to the cross and ultimately to the open tomb of Easter Day. Create a fun morning and evening prayer activity through this special week as two windows per day are opened to reveal the story of Jesus’ great gift of love.
For Children Ages 5-12
The Way, the Truth, and the Life: Daily Devotions for Lent
Henri J.M. Nouwen, one of the most beloved spiritual thinkers of the 20th century, wrote profoundly about Jesus as the Way, the Truth and the Life. Excerpts from Nouwen’s inspiring insights are paired with original reflections and prayers in this booklet for each day of Lent, as we come to experience more fully the path our Savior trod to the reality of the Cross for our eternal benefit.
For Adults
Sow, Now It’s Lent!
The daily Lenten devotions and activities in this devotional booklet springs from the growth and garden imagery present throughout Scripture. Beginning in the Garden of Eden—where, through Adam and Eve, paradise was lost—the path winds through the promises of the Old Testament and blooms into life out of the many farming parables of Jesus. It leads us, at Easter, to the empty garden tomb…and the New Eden, where, through Christ, paradise is restored for all believers.
For High School Youth
Walking in His Ways
Picture your own journey following in Jesus’ footsteps all the way to Calvary. Walking in His Ways is a path of blessing for families this Lent, as popular author Emily Jaminet shares tips for how family members can travel this holy road with Jesus. Make this Lent six weeks of spiritual transformation. Families will “live Lent” by focusing on major aspects of our Lord’s life and learning from him. The Scripture verses, reflections, conversations and activities will help each person better live out his or her faith and walk in the ways of Christ with prayer, fasting from wants and desires and giving alms. Special downloadable coloring pages and challenges round out the experience.
For Families
The Road Back to God
This classic set of devotions by Creative Communications founder Larry Neeb (1939-2019) is designed to help us discover a deeper and richer relationship with God. The truth, of course, is that we can never find God unless he first finds us. As we draw near to Christ’s cross, God’s forgiving and renewing power animates us in our Christian walk of active love and service.
For Adults
Steadfast Love
Henri J. M. Nouwen, one of the most beloved spiritual thinkers of the 20th century, wrote passionately about the steadfast love of God in a way that has touched the hearts of readers the world over. Excerpts from Nouwen’s inspiring insights are paired with original reflections and prayers in this booklet for each day of Lent. Come to know more and more deeply the richness of the bond with our Savior that is never-changing.
For Adults
Places of the Passion
Journey with Jesus through the Holy Land, listening to him teach, witnessing miracles and discovering how our Savior fulfills the prophesies of the Old Testament.
These devotions for Lent, written by theology professor Reed Lessing, follow the entire Gospel of Matthew with an eye toward the places of the Passion where Jesus is headed to suffer, die and rise again for our salvation. Readers will begin to see that every place Jesus goes along his path to the cross hints at his ultimate mission to take our place for our redemption so that we might have a place in heaven with him forever.
For Adults
Lifted Up in Love
Henri J.M. Nouwen, one of the most beloved spiritual thinkers of the 20th century, wrote from the heart about the great love of Christ lifted up for us on the cross. Excerpts from Nouwen’s inspiring insights are paired with original reflections and prayers in this booklet for each day of Lent, as we come to experience more fully the everlasting compassion of God shown to us in our Savior.
For Adults
Abundant Mercy
You are invited to dive deeper into knowing and experiencing God’s abundant mercy this Lent. With scripture, stories and reflections, prayer, plus discussion starters and activities, this down-to-earth devotional offers families a page-a-day guide to daily inspiration. Author Claire McGarry shares relatable examples of how we can teach our family to receive mercy and to extend it to others.
For Adults
Featured Lenten Artwork
On the Sundays of Lent, our sermons and worship will reflect the theme Knowing God: The Seven “I AM” Statements of Jesus. During this time, we will feature some of Trinity’s art collection that is related to this theme. Two pieces will be displayed at each campus, and partway through Lent they will trade places. The artworks that will be displayed are “Bread of Life” by Mary Kirk, “Holy Ground” by Dorothy Lightfoot, “I Am the Bread of Life” by Barry L. Kennedy, and “I Am” by Kerry Kellermeyer. Be sure to look for them on Sunday mornings!
BREAD OF LIFE
Mary Kirk
1992 Purchase Award
Hand-made paper collage
HOLY GROUND
Dorothy Lightfoot
2002 Purchase Award
Oil, acrylic
Dorothy Lightfoot’s husband George wrote to us to let us know that Dorothy passed away on March 14, 2011. He explained that her painting was titled “Holy Ground” representing the theme of the Religious Art Show that year. George went on to say, “Dorothy and I always enjoyed submitting our paintings to the Religious Art Show that for many years was sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church. This painting was Dorothy’s submittal one year. It was selected to be purchased by the church and she was thrilled. She would also be thrilled to have a photo of her painting included in the 75th anniversary book you’re compiling. Best wishes and God’s Blessings, George Lightfoot.”
I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE
Barry L. Kennedy
2004 Purchase Award
Colored pencil
I AM
Kerry Kellermeyer
2004 Theme Award
Calligraphy, mixed media, collage
Lenten Worship Music
Please join us for midweek Lenten worship! Noon services at Mission will include an organ prelude and several traditional Lenten hymns. The 6pm service at Mission and the 7pm Shawnee service will use Holden Evening Prayer. Written by Marty Haugen for Holden Village, a Lutheran retreat center in Washington state, Holden Evening Prayer is a lovely setting for evening worship, accompanied by piano. All three services will include the same scripture lesson and the same sermon.
Lenten Meals
5:30pm Wednesdays in Lent Beginning March 5
Shawnee Campus
Lenten meals provide a meaningful opportunity to nourish our bodies and spirits as we journey through this season of reflection and preparation. We believe that coming together in community strengthens our bonds and enriches our individual spiritual paths. Please feel free to invite your friends, family, and fellow congregants to join us in this special time of fellowship. Your presence will make these gatherings even more meaningful. We look forward to sharing this Lenten season with you and creating lasting memories together. May this Lenten season be a time of renewal and inspiration for each one of us. Meals start at 5:30 pm prior to 7pm worship.
Date |
Menu |
March 5 – Ash Wednesday |
Vegetable Beef Soup |
March 12 – Youth Group |
Pizza |
March 19 – Men’s Group |
Chili |
March 26 – Cox Family |
Soup and Sandwiches |
April 2 – Prothe Family |
Fish Fry |
April 9 – ICOA |
Barbecue |
