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Sunday Worship
at 10:00 am
Make the In-Person Commitment to be there on Sunday!
Praise and Worship Never Ends...
It Must Be Lived!
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PWC Holy Week Calendar
Holy Week starts this Sunday
The Palm Sunday Service will be on March 24 at 10:00 am with the proclamation of the Passion Gospel.
Our Good Friday Service is March 29 at 7:00 pm in the church.
Easter Sunday falls on March 31 this year; our services will be at 7:00 am outside and 10:00 am in the church.
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Prayer Retreat
Theme: The New Creation &
the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
With Fr. Mike Lessard and Deacon John Null This Saturday, March 23, 10:00 am Building 412 Continental Breakfast Served
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The Children’s Ministry will not meet on Sundays,
March 24 (Palm Sunday)
and
March 31 (Easter Sunday)
Please contact Helen Dippre, our children’s minister, for more information on the Children’s Ministry here at PWC, [email protected].
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Information about The Chosen: Season Four
The creators of the Chosen wanted a way to bring Season Four—all of it—for Easter. Unfortunately, streaming is not an option yet, so instead what they are going to do is have a movie marathon. Over three days, they will be showing all eight episodes at movie theaters in the United States and Canada.
Episodes 1-3: on Holy Thursday, March 28 Episodes 4-6: on Good Friday, March 29 Episodes 7- 8 on Holy Saturday, March 30
The creators of the Chosen want to make it affordable, so they have arranged for discounts:
Half off through Fandango with the code: THECHOSENSEASON4
All three movies for $30.00 at Cinemark
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The funeral for Andrea Goscila will be today, Friday, March 22 at 10:00 am here at PWC. All members of our community are invited and welcome to attend. For many years, Andrea provided flowers for our community. She will be deeply missed.
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The next meeting of the Grief Support Group with be Thursday, March 28 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. For more information on this ministry, please contact Pastor Mark.
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Do you want to be inspired again by Fr. Dale or Pastor Mark? You can re-listen to Fr. Dale or Pastor Mark’s sermons on our podcast page, here is the link: PWC Podcasts Page.
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Fr. Mike Lessard is available for pastoral counseling on Monday and Wednesday mornings. Please call the church office to make an appointment at 480-649-0300.
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Your financial stewardship is important to the life of the PWC community. From pastoral counseling to grief support, to Bible Study, to Adult Education, to providing food through Matthew’s Crossing for families who are economically struggling to Marriage Enrichment and our funeral ministry; your consistent giving makes a difference, a big change in people’s lives! Your generosity allows us to minister to so many who come through our doors with their spiritual, emotional, and physical needs. Thank you for your tithing and commitment to PWC!
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Here are the different ways you can tithe to PWC:
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• Mail in your gift to: Praise and Worship Center, 2551 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225.
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• Sign up for monthly giving with a credit card or voided check. Just call the office at 480-649-0300 or stop by the office.
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Come to Sunday Service
Prepared to Hear
God’s Word Proclaimed
The scripture reading for this Sunday, March 24 Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion is the Passion reading from the Gospel of Matthew. Here is a synopsis of the reading:
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As Christians around the world commemorate Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion, it's a time of reflection, gratitude, and introspection. This significant day marks Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem, just days before his crucifixion and resurrection. The Passion reading from the Gospel of Matthew encapsulates the events leading up to the crucifixion, highlighting themes of betrayal, sacrifice, and redemption.
At the heart of this passage lies the betrayal of Jesus by one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot. Judas's act of betrayal serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of human loyalty and the presence of evil even among those closest to Jesus. It prompts us to examine our own hearts and actions, challenging us to remain steadfast in our faith and commitment to Christ, even in the face of temptation and adversity.
As we reflect on Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion, we are also called to contemplate the profound sacrifice Jesus willingly endured for the sake of humanity. His journey to the cross was not only a demonstration of unparalleled love but also a fulfillment of divine prophecy and purpose. Through his suffering and death, Jesus bore the weight of our sins, offering us the gift of salvation and eternal life.
Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion invites us to walk alongside Jesus on his journey to Calvary, to witness the depth of his love and the extent of his suffering. It beckons us to meditate on the significance of his sacrifice and to respond with humility, repentance, and gratitude.
Moreover, Palm Sunday serves as a precursor to the joyous celebration of Easter, reminding us that the cross is not the end of the story. Through his resurrection, Jesus conquered sin and death, ushering in a new era of hope and redemption for all who believe in him.
As we enter into Holy Week, let us approach Palm Sunday with reverence and awe, acknowledging Jesus as our King and Savior. May we be inspired by his example of selflessness and devotion, and may we recommit ourselves to following him faithfully, even unto the cross.
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We look forward to seeing you for Sunday Service at 10:00 am and for Good Friday and Easter services.
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Have a blessed and sacred Holy Week and Easter!
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Our Theme for
Lent Easter 2024
at PWC is
This is Our God:
He Loves Us,
He Saves Us
It is based on the song This is Our God from Phil Wickham, here is a link to the song:
YouTube Link to song.
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Love,
Fr. Dale and Pastor Mark
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