Nothing rings in springtime quite like Easter. That means two long-standing Bethlehem United Methodist Church traditions are just around the corner and the community is invited. On Saturday, March 22, the Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on the church grounds at 2419 Bethlehem Loop Road in the Grassland area.
Children will be divided into three age groups to hunt in different areas. At 10:00 sharp the children will burst from their starting gates like Derby race horses - so you won't want to be a second late! Just like the Derby, bonnets are always in style for the ladies! To knock off the early springtime chill, hot coffee and cocoa will be served. If the chill is too intense, the hunt will
move inside the church gym, so plan to come - rain, snow or shine! With a little luck, the children's Sunday School caterpillars will be butterflies by then and ready for release!
Immediately following the egg hunt, all attention will turn to our favorite four legged friends. The Blessing of the Animals is a wonderful Easter tradition at Bethlehem. Held next to the children's playground behind the main building, this outdoor service recognizes all God's creatures and the important place they each hold in our world, as well as our lives. Dogs, cats, horses, birds, gerbils, reptiles and even fish have been blessed in the past. It's a short,
but meaningful, service that will absolutely make your day!
Both of these events are wonderful opportunities to reach out to our community.
The church will provide plenty of eggs, candy and atmosphere to make this a fun Saturday morning Easter event. You are also invited to come back to Bethlehem for Easter Sunday morning services at 6:30 a.m. (Sunrise Service) or 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.. For more information on either event or other Easter opportunities, contact the church office at 794-6721 or visit www.bethlehemumc.com.
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