Praying for Revolution: The Lord’s Prayer in Its Ancient Context and Modern Voice”
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When Jesus asks us to pray the Lord’s prayer, he is asking us to pray for revolution. If you don’t connect to the prayer that way, maybe you are missing something.
Even the first word “our” is revolutionary. It reminds us that it’s not all about us. It’s about community. When we’re not able to pray for ourselves, the community is there. When others need help, we are to reach out and be there for them, because we are all children of the same God.
On Sunday, September 9, join the adults meeting in the church's Fireplace Room at 9:45 am to begin the series, “Praying for Revolution: The Lord’s Prayer in Its Ancient Context and Modern Voice.”
If you think you know everything about this prayer, come find out what you’ve been missing. John Crosson says that this is not just Christianity’s greatest prayer, but that it “speaks to all the world.” How can it speak to you?
P.S. Warning . . . We are NOT your typical father’s/ mother’s Sunday School class. Loud mouths, malcontents, questioners, searchers and sinners may be present. Attend at your own risk.
Taizé Worship
Ta-what?….Is that word even English? Not really. It is pronounced ‘Teh-zay’ and it is French.
A Taizé service is a contemplative time of worship that has neither sermon nor communion. You will experience short, simple, repeated, almost chant-like songs; several brief scripture readings; directed and silent prayer; lighting of candles; and a significant period for silence and reflection that allows the worshipper to center one’s thoughts on God. We will enter and leave in silence.
In 1940 the town of Taizé was under German occupation in the throes of WWII. People were poor, hungry, oppressed, frightened and dispirited. Among them was Roger Louis Schutz/Marsauche, a Reformed minister. His response to the violence surrounding him was to pray for peace and serve the poor of Taizé.
Gradually people gathered around him to join in the prayer for peace and reconciliation. A simple service format developed and in time a community formed of brothers who took vows of poverty and chastity while retaining their wide spectrum of denominational beliefs. Today, thousands of pilgrims, especially young people, gather from every nation at Taizé to worship and open themselves to the spirit and power of God.
**NEW** Adult Sunday School "Praying for Revolution:The Lord/'s Prayer in Its Ancient Context and Modern Voice"
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2012 Lenten Season Photos
Good Friday Worship……March 29
Good Friday, the day of Jesus’ death is often reflected through a dramatic service of scripture and prayer known as The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Via Dolorosa. This service is a narration of the final hours in the life of Jesus Christ on earth. The Stations of the Cross serve as a stark reminder of the humble manner in which Jesus was willing to remain obedient unto death for love and salvation of humanity.
Maundy Thursday Worship Service…..March 28
Maundy Thursday begins the final three days of Lent before Easter. Maundy Thursday commemorates Christ's Last Supper, at which celebrated the Passover with his disciples; later adopted by the early church as the Last Supper. Maundy Thursday gets its name from the Latin word mandatum, which means "commandment." Near the end of the Last Supper, after Judas had departed, Christ said to His disciples, "A new commandment I give unto you: That you love one another, as I have loved you, that you also love one another."
Palm Sunday Worship Service….March 24
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week – the last week of Jesus’ life, and commemorates the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover. The gospels record the arrival of Jesus riding into the city on a donkey, while the crowds spread their cloaks and palm branches on the street and shouted "Hosanna to the Son of David" and "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord" to honor him as their long-awaited Messiah and King.
Taizé Worship Services….Begins Wednesday, February 20
Ta-what? Is that word even English? Not really. It
is pronounced ‘Teh-zay’ and it is French.
A Taizé service is a contemplative time of worship that has neither
sermon nor communion. You will
experience short, simple, repeated, almost chant-like songs; several brief
scripture readings; directed and silent prayer; lighting of candles; and a
significant period for silence and reflection that allows the worshiper to
center one’s thoughts on God. We
will enter and leave in silence.
In 1940 the town of Taizé was under
German occupation in the throes of WWII.
People were poor, hungry, oppressed, frightened and dispirited. Among them was Roger Louis Schutz/Marsauche,
a Reformed minister. His response
to the violence surrounding him was to pray for peace and serve the poor of
Taizé.
Gradually
people gathered around him to join in the prayer for peace and
reconciliation. A simple service
format developed and in time a community formed of brothers who took vows of
poverty and chastity while retaining their wide spectrum of denominational
beliefs. Today, thousands of
pilgrims, especially young people, gather from every nation at Taizé to worship
and open themselves to the spirit and power of God.
Come and be still before the Lord
Ash Wednesday Worship….February 13
Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent. Early in Christian history the length of Lent varied, but in the 7th century it was fixed at 40 days as a reminder of the 40 days Jesus fasted in the desert. Early penitents were sprinkled with ashes, wore sackcloth, and were required to remain apart from the rest of the community until they were reconciled on Maundy Thursday, the Thursday before Easter.
Journey Through Lent…..February 13 through March 31
Lent is the Christian season of preparation before Easter. In Western Christianity, Ash Wednesday marks the first day, or the start of the season of Lent, which begins 40 days prior to Easter (Sundays are not included in the count).
Lent is a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. The purpose is to set aside time for reflection onJesus Christ - his suffering and his sacrifice, his life, death, burial and resurrection.
Thanksgiving was celebrated a few days early when the church community gathered in the Fellowship Hall following the morning worship service to share a Thanksgiving feast hosted by the church's Membership Committee,
The special worship service is enjoyed by members and those in the surrounding neighborhoods. Here, Pastor Terrye blesses all the precious pets from a neighboring household.
Shirley Hatten participated in a previous "Pet Blessing" with her beloved pet.
Pastor Terrye blesses the pet belonging to Christina Pebworth during a previous "Pet Blessing."
Happy pets enjoy the company of other animals during the annual "Pet Blessing" held every October honoring Saint Francis of Assisi's love for all animals.
All ages enjoy participating in the annual "Pet Blessing." This year's service will be held on Saturday, October 13, at 10 AM in the church Fellowship Hall, rain or shine.
The Willard family and friends gathered with their pets for a group photo during the 2006 service.
All types of pets are brought to the annual "Pet Blessing" even a potbelly pig owned by member Tina Pebworth during the 2008 service.
At the first "Pet Blessing" in 2006, the Rinehart family brought their three pets, a dog, cat and an African Tree Frog.
Candles are lighted to honor the memory of deceased pets during the Hilton Christian Church "Pet Blessing" worship service.
All types and sizes of pets are blessed during the Hilton Christian Church "Pet Blessing" service. This year's service is scheduled for Saturday, October 13, at 10 AM in the church Fellowship Hall.
"Crosses on the Boulevard"
Church signs visible from James River Drive were placed in memory of charter member, Otho O. Givens, in June 2007.
HILTON CHRISTIAN WELCOMES TWO NEW BABIES!
Congratulations to the new parents……..Carl & Neva Campbell on the birth of their son, GENO CARL-THOMAS CAMPBELL, on August 7 AND Amar & Renu Gajmere on the birth of their son, AARYAN GAJMERE, on July 30.
Two red roses were placed in the sanctuary for the August 12 worship service in honor of the two births.
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Lenten Taize Services Our Taize services will resume on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 7:00 pm and continue on every Wednesday evening through the Lenten season (the final 2013 Lenten Taize service will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2013). Easter Sunday 2013 will be on March 31.
Sunday Service Time Change Starting on June 5th and continuing through September 4th, worship service at Hilton Christian will be at 10:00 am. There will be no Sunday school during this time. Regular hours will resume on September 11, 2011.
HMarch 8Tuesday6:30 pmShrove Tuesday Dinner
Hilton will be providing ample opportunities for Lenten
reflection, and for the first time ever, will preface our Ash Wednesday
beginning with a celebration Mardi Gras style!Tuesday evening, March 8 (better known as Shrove Tuesday) the Hilton family and guests will meet in Fellowship
Hall at 6:30 pm to eat our fill of the traditional pancake feast!But wait! There’s more!Following supper, be ready to be
entertained by the 'Made From
Scratch' Bluegrass Band.”Get this on your calendar now!The event will be hosted by our newly formed Relay for Life
Team, and a love offering will be taken to support our efforts to find a cure!