What We’re Doing This Month
During February we continue our Winter Discipleship Series called “Devotion to Jesus: An Exploration of the Letter to the Philippians”. This relatively brief letter written from the Apostle Paul to the newly formed church in Philippi (in Ancient Greece) is packed with practical material that challenges us to follow Christ with our whole being. Having explored some of the context and historical background of both the letter and its author we are now attempting to develop a deeper understanding of the Letter to the Philippians and how we can apply it to our lives. All ages within our community are exploring these themes until Lent.
We begin Lent with our Ash Wednesday service on February 22 and throughout this season we will spend time reflecting on the story of our lives and sharing this with one another. We’ll look back on the ups and downs of life and consider the ways in which God has been present and at work in us, even when we might have been unaware. In all of this we will seek to grow into a deeper awareness of God’s presence in our current reality and embrace hope for the future.
Sunday Message Speaker
Devotion to Jesus: An Exploration of the Letter to the Philippians
Feb. 5 Embracing Humility Bryan Peterson
Feb. 12 Passionately Pursuing Christ Matthew Dyer
Feb. 19 Living in Peace Matthew Dyer and Bryan Peterson
Lenten Series: Celebrating Our Story
Feb. 26 Remembering Our Journey Vike Thurston
Cedar Ridge Annual Meeting
Everyone is invited to attend the Cedar Ridge Annual Meeting, where there will be an annual update from our Senior Pastor, Matthew Dyer, and a financial report from our Board of Trustees. We will not have Board Member elections in this meeting as they will occur later in the year.
Monday ∙ February 27 ∙ 7PM ∙ Auditorium
Next Steps with Cedar Ridge
February 12: Baptism Informational Meeting
On Commitment Sunday (March 4) there will be an opportunity for baptism. If you are interested in finding out more about baptism at Cedar Ridge, please come to a brief meeting after the 11:00 service on February 12.
Sunday ∙ February 12 ∙ 1PM - 1:30PM ∙ Room 202
February 19: The Journey
The Journey is the best way to get an in-depth introduction to Cedar Ridge for those interested in finding out more about our church community. This discussion-based seminar creates space for meaningful conversation over food (lunch is provided) as we join fellow companions in exploring our spiritual journey at Cedar Ridge. We’ll discuss our vision, values, beliefs and overall approach to spirituality as followers of Jesus. We specifically ask that all those seeking membership first go through the Journey but all are welcome, including those just exploring as well as long-timers in our community and those who have done Journey in the past. It's especially current and relevant to what is happening at Cedar Ridge now. It's essential to read through all the material ahead of time, so pick up a copy in the commons or download it from our website. For more information contact Laura Moffitt.
Sundays ∙ February 12 and 19 ∙ Signups in the Commons
Sunday ∙ February 19 ∙ 1-4PM ∙ Barn
March 4: Commitment Sunday
We will celebrate New Members (from The Journey), Baptisms and Child Dedications. If you are interested in participating, please contact Betsy Mitchell-Henning by Sunday, February 26.
Sunday ∙ March 4 ∙ 9AM and 11AM Services
Farm Team News and Needs
The farm team is gearing up for the 2012 Season! If you’d like to take a leadership role on the farm, please join us for the farm team meetings held the first Saturday of every month at 8AM in the barn. If interested, please contact Barb or Lisa.
Teachers For Summer Exchange In Ipala, Guatemala
Teachers interested in participating in the ongoing exchange between our Global Engagement partners in Ipala, Guatemala and Riverdale Park, Maryland this July should contact Vernon Archer. The program focuses on teaching English at the elementary and secondary school level for two weeks in Ipala while also learning about the local culture and touring its sights.
Observing Lent and Holy Week
February 21: Shrove Tuesday Community Pancake Dinners
Pancake dinners will be held in homes around the area on Shrove Tuesday to celebrate the beginning of Lent. This is a great opportunity to meet others from the Cedar Ridge community who live near you, so please choose the one closest to you. Your host will contact you with information including the address and what to bring. For more information contact Laura Moffitt.
Sunday ∙ February 19 ∙ Sunday ∙ Signup ∙ Website or Commons
Tuesday ∙ February 21 ∙ Dinners in Homes
February 22: Ash Wednesday Service
We will gather together on Ash Wednesday to mark the beginning of the season of Lent with a traditional evening service including the imposition of ashes and periods of reflection and silence. There will be no childcare, but everyone and all ages are welcome.
Wednesday ∙ February 22 ∙ 7-8PM ∙ Auditorium
March 25: Lenten Day of Service
On Sunday, March 25, there will be one single service for all ages beginning at 10AM. We will gather to sing and pray and then go out together in teams to serve on various projects in our local community. Do not miss this wonderful experience of servanthood; please contact Matthew Dyer if you would like to help lead or coordinate a service project.
Sunday ∙ March 25 ∙ 10AM—1PM
April 6: Good Friday
We'll celebrate the mystery and sacredness of Jesus' suffering and death with a service from 7-8PM with dramatic readings of scripture, meditation and periods of silence.
Friday ∙ April 6 ∙ 7-8PM ∙ Auditorium
April 8: Easter Sunday
We'll gather together as a whole community to commemorate Jesus' resurrection, and celebrate his goodness and power bringing life to all the world. We'll have two identical services at 9 and 11AM that will be enjoyable for the whole family and appropriate for children of all ages. No separate children's Sunday school.
Sunday ∙ April 8 ∙ 9 and 11AM Services ∙ All Ages Together
Opportunities to Serve
- Bless your church family on Sundays! Every week, we share communion, and every week, people serve by preparing the bread and juice for all of us. If you want to help with this vital behind-the-scenes work, contact Betsy Mitchell Henning.
- If you see '999' above the screens, that means we have an immediate need for helpers in children's ministry. If interested, please step out and check in at the children's ministry desk in the Commons.
- The Children’s Ministry team is looking for a few good people who’d like to help children follow Jesus. Please contact Bryan Peterson or fill out a blue card at the Children’s Ministry table in the Commons.
- Keeping the property safe and accessible in adverse weather means moving snow off parking lots and sidewalks and salting the surfaces. We have shovels, salt spreaders, snow blowers and a snow plow. If you'd like to join us on the Snow Team in keeping Cedar Ridge open and functioning, contact Mark Hartley.
- Come join us every other Saturday (February 11 and 25), for Property Workdays, 8AM-noon, as our community gathers to care for our buildings and land. Contact Mark Hartley for more information.
Calendar
Tuesdays in February Yes, My Kid Meetings—7PM
Saturday, February 11 Property Workday
Sunday, February 12 Baptism Informational Meeting—1PM
Sunday, February 19 The Journey
Tuesday, February 21 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinners
Wednesday, February 22 Ash Wednesday Service
Saturday, February 25 Property Workday
Monday, February 27 Cedar Ridge Annual Meeting
Lent Begins
Sunday, March 4 Commitment Sunday
Saturday, March 10 Property Workday
Saturday. March 24 Property Workday
Sunday, March 25 Lenten Day of Service—All Ages Together
Sunday, April 1 Palm Sunday
Friday, April 6 Good Friday Service
Saturday, April 7 Property Workday
Sunday, April 8 Easter Services—All Ages Together