This year, we invite you to journey with us through the season of Lent, a time of quiet reflection, prayer, worship, and spiritual practices that help us grow and deepen our faith. Whether you’re seeking peace, inspiration, or connection, your place is here at Countryside. We hope you’ll join us for these transformative events as we journey toward Easter together.
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Whether you’re joining us for a worship service, joining the book study group, or simply seeking quiet reflection in a prayer or art walk, we look forward to walking this sacred journey with you. Let this season of Lent be a time of deepening faith, renewing hope, and celebrating the resurrection of Christ at Easter. All are welcome—come as you are!
Be sure to download our complete Lenten and Easter Guide for full details!
Lenten Calendar Highlights
Ash Wednesday – March 5
7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service: Begin your Lenten journey with a sacred service of reflection, repentance, and hope, including the Imposition of Ashes.
Poetry Journey – March 5–April 20
Engage with poetry that invites deep reflection and spiritual insight through this self-directed journey. Download the free PDF or pick up a printed copy in the office.
Labyrinth Prayer Walk and Art Walk – March 7–April 17
Open in the Chapel for quiet reflection and connection with God. Walk the labyrinth or explore an inspiring art collection that reflects the sacredness of Lent.
Discover Awe Book Study – Mondays at noon (March 10, 24, 31 & April 7)
Dive into Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder by Dacher Keltner. Join us for a four-part study exploring the profound ways awe connects us to God and one another.
Weekly Worship Services
Contemplative Lenten Taizé Worship – Sundays, March 9–April 13, 8:30 a.m.
Find peace and renewal in this quiet, meditative service with prayer, scripture, and Taizé chants.
Traditional, Jazz, and Communion Worship – Sundays, March 9–April 13, 10 a.m.
Experience a vibrant worship service that blends traditional and contemporary music, including jazz, choir, and communion, as we explore the theme of “Everything In Between.”
Special Lenten and Holy Week Services
Palm Sunday – April 13
- 9:45 a.m. Palm Sunday Procession
- 10 a.m. Palm Sunday Service: Join us as we begin Holy Week with a joyful celebration, marking Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
Good Friday – April 18
- 7 p.m. Good Friday Tenebrae Service: Reflect on Christ’s passion with sacred music, drama, and liturgy service.
Easter Sunday – April 20
- 7 a.m. Sunrise Service: Begin Easter morning with a quiet and beautiful outdoor service.
- 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Easter Worship Services: Celebrate the Resurrection with inspiring music, communion, and a message of hope.
- 10–11 a.m. Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt: Join us for fellowship, food, and a fun-filled egg hunt for children at 10:30 a.m.
Children’s Ministry: Lenten Adventures
Our Discovery Kids will explore the stories of Jesus through an interactive, skit-based curriculum throughout Lent and Easter. Children are invited to join us at 10:15 a.m. for classes that bring these sacred stories to life!