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THE WEEKDAY WORD…

UPDATED: APRIL 15, 2025

Why Holy Week is Important

   Our Bishop, Tom Berlin, wrote a beautiful reflection on the importance of Holy Week.

     I hope you will take the time to read it here:

https://www.bishoptomberlin.com/blog/why-holy-week-is-important
    What I have been reflecting on is how desperately I need the resurrection. We need the season of lent to help us refocus on our need for God’s grace, mercy and redemption.

   During this season, I have been reminded again and again that life without God is a burden.

   My efforts to manufacture abundant life in my own limited imagination always fall short.

   The resurrection is beyond our imagination – beyond our hope. It takes faith and belief. 
   As we move through this week, I hope that the reflections, fasting, and focus you have had this season have created a sense of welcome as we anticipate Easter. 

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Holy Week

   As Holy week approaches, we hope you will join us for these services as we prepare for the gift of resurrection:

  • April 17 at 4pm at Emmanuel UMC, Maundy Thursday Service

  • April 18 at 12pm at First UMC of Bradenton, Good Friday Service

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In Christ's Love,

Pastor Haley

Emmanuel United Methodist Church

revhaleygrace@gmail.com

941-792-3497
5115 Cortez Rd. West, Bradenton, FL 34210

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