MIDWEEK MESSAGE FOR MARCH 27, 2024
THE EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE AND BRUNCH MAY NEED TO MOVE TO THE WRIGHT CENTER, DEPENDENT ON WEATHER.
Photographs for the Directory Barb Digges will be on the patio before and after worship service to take photographs for the updated directory, if you don’t already have one. She’ll be available on 3/24, and 3/31, to take pictures. You’re also welcome to send a “selfie” to Kristi in the church office.
Maundy Thursday On March 28, we will join with Central Presbyterian Church, 37 E. Indian School Road, at 7:00 pm, to share the Maundy Thursday meal and service. Please bring something simple to share, such as nuts, olives, cheese, etc. If you need a ride, please contact Kristi in the church office or Becky Cederquist.
Good Friday Good Friday/Tenebrae service will be in the Sanctuary at 6:00 pm. There will be a narrative of the Passion and the service will end in darkness, representing the darkness of the tomb.
Easter Sunday Sunday, March 31, there will be a Sunrise Service at 7:00 am, held on the patio and presented by the OPC Youth. Resurrection Service will be at 9:30 am in the Sanctuary. Brunch at “Café de Brent” will have two seating options on the patio; 8:45 am and 10:45 am. The brunch will benefit the mission project in Honduras. Please sign up on the patio to make reservations or call the church office.
A Cappella Syndicate Come celebrate spring with the A Cappella Syndicate, 22 talented men whose singing performances have consistently brought fans to their feet across Arizona and beyond! Saturday, April 6, at 3:00 pm in the Sanctuary at Orangewood. Tickets are available online at A Cappella-Syndicate.com or call 602-888-0942. Tickets will also be available at the door. $20 General Admission, $10 Students, Kids 12 and under are free.
Habitat for Humanity OPC will be working on the East Valley Presbyterian Coalition’s spring home build, on Saturday, April 6. If you would like to help, please check out the flyers on the Mission table with information on the family who will live in the home, the address and how to sign up to volunteer. If you have any questions, please call Dirk Oosterwyk at 602-320-3290.
The Area Agency on Aging A Matter of Balance (fall prevention) classes begin on Monday, April 8 at 10:00 am in Page Hall. The classes are open to men and women who are at least 60 years old. There is no charge for the series of eight classes being offered. There is more information and a sign-up sheet on the patio.
Breakfast Out Bunch Thursday, April 11, at 9:00 am, the monthly breakfast will be at the Moon Valley Café, 502 E. Thunderbird Road, Phoenix, AZ 85022. Contact Sally Haskins at sallyquilts57@cox.com or 602-971-0457 for reservations.
Children’s Church and Nursery There will NOT be Children’s Church or Nursery on Good Friday for the Tenebrae service. Children’s Church and Nursery will be held on Easter Sunday.
THIS WEEK AT ORANGEWOOD