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THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT -
MARCH 23 @ 10:00am
"Repent" - Pastor Eric Markman preaching
This Sunday's
scripture passage tells us that time is short, and we need to make
decisions on how we want to live in the world. After addressing two
life-ending situations, Jesus calls us to be aware of fleeting
life. He then tells the listeners the parable of the fig tree. The
fig tree was considered a special tree in that it produced a
delicious sweet fruit that was a delight to eat (like candy today).
It was often grown in vineyards and was large, using up space and
sun. The problem was that this fig tree had not produced any fruit
for three years. Should it be cut down or, with care, might it
produce fruit next year? Come and find out this Sunday!
Join us for
IN-PERSON WORSHIP on Sunday at 10:00am; doors open at
9:40am.
To join in WORSHIP ONLINE this
Sunday, March 23, click on the picture above to go
to our Concord website. Near the bottom of the home page, click on
the same picture to connect with the worship video. The worship
service will be available live at 10:00am Sunday morning or later
in the day to view at your convenience.
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SUNDAY
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
J.A.M. (Jesus and
Me)
Kindergarten
through Grade 5*
Children are led through activities and crafts
provided in the PCUSA lectionary curriculum, Feasting on the Word, that are in response to the scripture shared during
Wondering Time.
SUNDAY SEEKERS
Grade 5 -12*
This Bible Study includes reading scripture together
and then sharing responses in a safe and welcoming environment.
*5th graders can choose to attend either
J.A.M. or SUNDAY SEEKERS 😊
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“On
the Road with Jesus!” Lent - 2025
Dear Members and
Friends,
Here is the Lenten series: “On the Road with Jesus.” To fully enjoy it you should find each
scripture lesson in the Bible, read it, and then read the short
commentary for that week. After the commentary there is a prayer.
After the prayer there is a link to a piece of music that
reflects that scripture for that week. Please enjoy this series,
and I hope it helps you on your journey with Jesus during
Lent.
Peace,
Pastor
Eric
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FRIENDSHIP HOUSE
TOILET PAPER DRIVE
At its many sites,
Friendship House goes through a LOT of toilet paper. Concord
is holding a toilet paper drive for them during the month of
March. Please bring whatever you are able to donate and put
it on the right side of the narthex as you enter. We hope to
build a huge “snowman” there. At the end of March, we will
deliver it to Friendship House.
Thank you!
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Prayer
List
Healing prayers
for Connie Polleck, hospitalized
with pneumonia & RSV.
Prayers for Lexi, daughter of Preschool Dir. Lori
Schofield, beginning a new round of radiation
treatments for the tumor behind her eye.
Prayers for speedy recovery of Carmen Tirlea,
following emergency gall bladder surgery last week.
Prayers of healing for the Lunds neighbor AnneMarie, who
will be undergoing treatment this week for a nerve & brain
condition that has been causing great pain.
Continued prayers for
Felleng Kalema who
is being treated for breast cancer & developed pneumonia. She
is home from the hospital with oxygen & doctors are working to
wean her off. Prayers also for her son Willie
who is caring for her.
Prayers for Ralph Fuller, home &
doing well following valve replacement surgery.
Healing prayers for Barbara Wise who
fell & broke her arm.
Safe travels for the Pressleys, as they
embark on a well-deserved vacation.
Prayers for the following list of people who are in our
hearts as they deal with ongoing health struggles - Jo
Ann, June, Ginnie M., Rita, Dan V., Duane, & Craig E.
Prayers for the global community amid
economic tensions.
For the people of Israel & Gaza, prayers
for the end of hostilities & restoration of peace.
For the people of Ukraine, prayers for
the success of diplomatic efforts & united support from the
international community.
***
If you would like to add names/needs to
this list and our ministry of prayer, please email info@concordpc.org or
fill out a "Prayers of the People" card at the Sunday
service and hand to a greeter during the offering.
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Walk to Benefit
Friendship House
Saturday, May 3
Wilmington Riverfront
Registration now open
– click here to join or support the Concord Team!
[Concord's team is "Concord Cares" -
Christina Pressley, captain.]
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Support One Great Hour of Sharing
Ending hunger,
repairing after disasters, & promoting the self-development of
all people around the world.
Supporting One Great Hour of Sharing
allows...
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
to:
- Respond to the aftermath of disasters, both natural
and human-caused.
- Support refugees.
Presbyterian Hunger Program to:
- Encourage Earth Care Congregations.
- Address how climate change is affecting our food
sources.
Self-Development of People to:
- Help communities advocate for their own needs.
- Provide opportunities for people to develop skills
that improve their communities.
And so much more!
One Great Hour of Sharing offering
will be received April 6 through Easter.
Envelopes will be available in the pews.
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Chancel
Flowers
Donating the flower
arrangement for the front of the sanctuary is a lovely way to
honor or remember a family member or commemorate a special
occasion. If you are interested, please contact the Church Office
- dates in March and April are available.
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Weds. @ 10:00am via Zoom
Our weekly MUG
& MUFFIN Bible study meets again on Wed.,
March 26 from 10:00-11:00am, led by Pastor
Eric Markman. To join the Zoom gathering ONLINE,
click on this link.
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NaturaLawn
of America at 40 Germay Drive, Wilmington, DE 19804 has been
providing free lawn care services (fertilizing and pest
management) to Concord Presbyterian Church for many years, using
natural and organic-based products that are safe for children and
pets. If you are looking for a lawn care service, please consider
contacting NaturaLawn at 302/652-2000 or visit their website by
clicking on the logo above.
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