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SPECIAL EVENTS
Each year, when we start talking about Lent and Easter, we hear a familiar question: What is Lent? Is it an official Christian holiday? Was it instituted in the Bible? What does it mean to observe Lent, and are Christians “required” to do so? Lent is the span of time in the church calendar that starts with Ash Wednesday and ends with Easter Sunday. Ash Wednesday commemorates the beginning of Jesus’ 40-day fasting and temptation in the desert, and Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus’ resurrection from the grave after his crucifixion. Lent, then, is generally observed as a time for Christians to reflect, repent, and pray as a way of preparing their hearts for Easter. Because Lent is not officially instituted in Scripture, observing it isn’t in any way a “requirement” of Christianity. However, many choose to observe it as a way of
focusing their thoughts on Jesus Christ during the Easter season. Here are a few common ways people have chosen to observe this season: - On the first day of Lent (Ash Wednesday), some Christians mark their foreheads with ash as a symbol of sorrow and mourning over their sin. (See Job 42 for an example of of ash used as a symbol of repentance.)
- Some Christians choose to give up a habit or behavior during Lent as an exercise in prayerful self-denial. This might range from something as simple as not drinking soda during Lent to a full-blown program of fasting.
- Some Christians commit to a special devotional activity during Lent—for example, daily Scripture reading, regular prayer for a specific person or topic throughout Lent.
The choice to observe Lent is a personal one—the whole point
is to focus your heart and mind on Jesus during the journey to Easter. Whether
you observe Lent in a small or major way, you’ll be amazed at what happens when
you devote a part of each day to reflecting on Jesus Christ and God’s Word.
Pastor Tom
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Grace Point is a safe and fun place that kids love! There is nursery and toddler care, and "children's church" for kids K - 5th grade. High school and middle school age kids meet together every other Monday evening. For adults that want a deeper study of the Bible, there are men's and ladies studies that build knowledge as well as friendships that help in all our lives.
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Have you come to a point now in your life where you can come for one hour on a Sunday to find some direction, kind people and a new beginning?
Grace Point is where you need to be. |
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Each week there are various Bible studies and groups getting together. Friends connect and fun happens! |
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You will find Grace Point every Sunday at 10am meeting in the Rivers Edge Rec. Center in Belvidere. It's a beautiful facility located one block east of Appleton Rd. & Newberg Rd. at 1151 W. Locust Street, Belvidere, IL. 61008
You can always call 815-544-0629 with any questions. Hope to see you Sunday! |
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Although we meet each Sunday at the Rivers Edge Recreation Center in Belvidere, our mailing address is:
Grace Point Church
P.O. Box 74
Belvidere, IL
61008
You can always call 815-544-0629 with any questions. Hope to see you Sunday! |
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