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As we enter the sacred season of Lent, you are invited to begin your journey with a quiet walk through the Labyrinth. On Ash Wednesday, come reflect on what it means to live a faith that seeks justice, mercy, and renewal. Step into the winding path as we ask God to help us ‘roll down justice’ in our lives, our community, and our world. May this first walk set the tone for a season of transformation.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of reflection and penitence that precedes the celebration of Christ’s resurrection at Easter. We mark our foreheads with the sign of the cross as an outward and visible sign of our repentance.  We gather on Ash Wednesday to remind ourselves that we are both dust and spirit, which has been breathed into us by our Creating God. In the 6th century, the church began a ritual at the beginning of the Lenten season, imposing ashes made from the previous year’s Palm Sunday palm branches as a reminder that God created us from dust and to dust, we will return. In between the clay of creation and the dust of death is a life worth living and living fully. Ash Wednesday is an important reminder that God will create a faithful spirit deep within us. The ash upon our foreheads invites us to open our hearts and be reconciled to self, others, and to our God.

Disciple Bible Study - Pastor Matt is planning a daytime Fast-Track Disciple Bible Study on Thursdays, 1:00 - 2:15pm, beginning February 19th, which will take participants through a comprehensive study of the Old Testament over a 12-week period. If you would like to participate, please email Pastor Matt at mweiler@umc-kzo.org.

Beloved Community of FUMC, You are warmly invited to join us for a special Congregational Celebration of Our Shared Life today following worship. This gathering is an opportunity for us…

Omar Padilla opens our Lenten recital series with a program rooted in devotion and heartfelt expression. His playing reflects a deep sense of reverence — a musician who understands how sacred music can draw us into stillness and open us to God’s presence. With warmth and prayerful sensitivity, he invites us to listen for the Spirit in every phrase, allowing the beauty of the organ to lead us toward quiet reflection and renewed hope.

This recital series is offered in loving memory of Bernie Foulk, whose deep devotion to music and faith continues to inspire us. Bernie believed that sacred music opens the heart to God’s presence, and we honor his legacy by sharing the beauty he cherished.

Dr. Peter Kurdziel brings a depth of artistry shaped by years of service to the church and a profound love for the musical tradition. His performances illuminate the interior journey of Lent — thoughtful, balanced, and filled with moments of grace. Through his clear musical lines and contemplative interpretations, we are guided into a deeper awareness of God’s faithfulness and the quiet joy that sustains us through this season.

This recital series is offered in loving memory of Bernie Foulk, whose deep devotion to music and faith continues to inspire us. Bernie believed that sacred music opens the heart to God’s presence, and we honor his legacy by sharing the beauty he cherished.

Marilyn Ossentjuk offers a recital filled with gentleness and heartfelt sincerity. Her approach to music reflects a life shaped by service, compassion, and faith. Each piece is offered with warmth, inviting the listener to rest in God’s peace. Marilyn’s sensitive touch and expressive spirit remind us that the season of Lent, though reflective, is also a time of profound comfort and deep, abiding joy.

This recital series is offered in loving memory of Bernie Foulk, whose deep devotion to music and faith continues to inspire us. Bernie believed that sacred music opens the heart to God’s presence, and we honor his legacy by sharing the beauty he cherished.

Pause in the beginning  of your week and enter a space of stillness. The Labyrinth invites you to bring your questions, your hopes, and your longing to live faithfully. As you walk, consider the ways God calls us to be bearers of compassion and justice. Let each step guide you deeper into the heart of Lent and into the work of love that the world needs.

Gail and Andrew Jennings bring together two instruments — organ and violin — in a shared offering of beauty and devotion. Their music speaks tenderly to the heart, blending strength and delicacy in ways that lift the soul. The pairing of their gifts creates a contemplative landscape that invites prayer, gratitude, and a renewed awareness of God’s presence. This recital becomes a reminder of how music unites us, heals us, and points us toward hope.

This recital series is offered in loving memory of Bernie Foulk, whose deep devotion to music and faith continues to inspire us. Bernie believed that sacred music opens the heart to God’s presence, and we honor his legacy by sharing the beauty he cherished.