Holy Week & Easter at Hood Memorial

Beseeching
by Hannah Garrity
Inspired by Matthew 16:21-23
Ink on paper
“God forbid it!” says Peter to Jesus (Matthew
16:22). In this image, Peter beseeches Jesus
to avoid the cross, to not let the prophecies
become reality.

With every brush stroke in this ink painting, the humanity of Peter’s face deepens, his expression clarifies. He cannot let his beloved friend be murdered. He worries about human
things…Jesus focuses with confidence on the path ahead, though Peter’s concern causes him to falter.

Perhaps we can each be free of human concerns as well… However, that feels like a pipe dream, and Jesus knows it: “Get behind me, Satan” (Matthew 16:23). He does not blame Peter. Instead, he calls out Satan from within his friend. In doing so, he offers us a much needed reminder to refocus. Thanks be to God. — quoted from the artist, Hannah Garrity

**all artwork above is the property of the artist and is used by permission from sanctifiedart.org

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We hope you will find meaningful ways to join us this year during Holy Week & Easter.
**Easter Lilies are available for purchase in honor or memory of a loved one until March 18.  Price is $11 each.  Please call church office or Pastor Joanie if interested.

Palm Sunday, March 24 – 10:30 am Worship: Procession of the Palms; Midway HS Chorus & HMCC Choir will join to offer beautiful music; Handbells; Ladies of HMCC Chorus
After Worship: Fellowship Lunch (Menu: Sandwiches, Pasta Salads, chips); 1:00 pm Easter Egg Hunt (Donations of individually wrapped candy are welcome by March 20)

Wednesday, March 27 – Live Last Supper Rehearsal

Maundy Thursday, March 28 – 7:00 pm & 8:00 pm Live Last Supper on the Front Porch of the church; communion offered

Good Friday, March 29 – 12 noon to 6:00 pm Stations of the Cross in the Chapel (created by the youth); drop-in anytime during those hours to take a personal journey through the last week of Christ’s life through the eyes of Peter.

Easter, March 31 – 10:30 am Easter Worship; Celebration of Baptisms