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LENT & EASTER 2021

Lent officially starts with Ash Wednesday Online Worship at 6:30PM on February 17. This Lenten season we’ll allow the writings of Mary Oliver, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, to come alongside the words of scripture to help us better see ourselves and see the presence of God all around us. In her poem “Sometimes” Oliver shares this wisdom, which fits perfectly for Lent and this life of faith, “Instructions for living a life: Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it.” We have a variety of resources and opportunities to help you explore life and faith this Lenten Season:
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  • Lenten Kits - These kits will be available for pickup outside the front doors of the church from February 11-18. Included in these kits you will find ashes for Ash Wednesday, a devotional booklet, placemats for Dinner Church, special cross and candle for creating a home altar, and a Lenten Journey activity.
  • “Devotions” by Mary Oliver - In worship services during Lent we will include poetry from a collection of Mary Oliver’s poetry, “Devotions.” You can just enjoy hearing the poems at worship, search for her poems online, or purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Selected-Poems-Mary-Oliver/dp/0399563245
  • Sunday Morning Worship - 9:30AM via Facebook and Zoom
  • Online Dinner Church - You are invited to join us for an interactive online version of Dinner Church on Wednesdays at 6:30PM during Lent. There will be music, discussion (mostly via chat), scripture, poetry, humor and a little fun. 
 
Also save these Holy Week dates for later in the Lenten season:
  • March 28 - Palm/Passion Sunday Worship 9:30AM Online
    •  Hosanna Hootenanny & Parade 11:00AM at the church
  • April 1 - Maundy Thursday service @ 6:30PM
  • April 2 - Good Friday service @ 6:30PM
  • April 4 - Easter Sunday Worship: 
    • Drive-In: 8:15 & 11:00AM
    • Online:  9:30AM
 
My hope is that the resources and worship opportunities provided room for you to connect and grow in faith throughout this season of Lent.
 
Grace and Peace, Pastor Nathan
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You are invited to join us for an interactive online version of Dinner Church on Wednesdays at 6:30PM during Lent. There will be music, discussion (mostly via chat), scripture, poetry, humor and a little fun. ​

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  • Welcome
    • I'm New Here
    • Worship Times & Location
    • Our Story
    • What we Believe
    • ERLC Staff
    • LGBTQ+ Affirming >
      • Shower of Stoles Project
    • Calendar
    • Baptism
    • Capital Appeal 2020-2022 >
      • Appeal Key Dates
      • Major Tenants of Appeal
      • Architectural Renderings
  • Staying Connected
    • Worship Bulletins
    • Lent 2021
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • LiFT! Online
    • Resources >
      • Understanding Racism
    • ERLC Fall 2020 Update
    • Reopening Policy and Procedures >
      • ERLC Response to Coronavirus
    • Small Group Building Usage Form
    • WayOutAA
  • Give
  • Ministries
    • Children, Youth, and Family Ministry >
      • LiFT!
      • Taking Faith Home
    • Adult Ministries
    • LIFE Groups
    • Caring Faith
    • Music Ministries
    • 2019 Capital Campaign
    • Prayer Requests
    • Mission Endowment Fund
  • Contact Us
    • Forms
    • ERLC Council
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Severe Weather Policy
  • Events
    • Drive-In Church
  • News
    • Calendar
    • Media & Downloads
    • Council Minutes and Annual Reports
  • Elk River Lutheran "Powered By Love" Merchandise