Lenten Study: Words to the Cross

Often during Holy Week, typically on Good Friday, the church will observe “The Last Seven Words” of Jesus.  These are the last phrases Jesus uttered while he suffered and died on the cross.  The late Dr. J. Ellsworth Kalas, once a professor of preaching at Asbury Theological Seminary devised a concept of Words to the Cross. These words to the cross, such as a Word of Scorn, the Word of Indifference, and a Word of Testimony will provide the basis for the messages during Lent.  Dr. Kalas’ work will also provide the basis for a Lenten Study on Wednesday evening beginning February 24.  The study will be from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

If you are interested in joining this study, please contact Pastor Jack @ jmannschreck@waterfordcumc.org or the church office @ info@waterfordcumc.org

The dates, topic, and scriptures are:

•             February 24               The Word of Contempt                   Matthew 27:39-44          
•             March 3                      A Late Word of Valor                     John 19:1-22      
•             March 10                    A Word of Indifference                   John 19:23-27                   
•             March 17                    A Word of Faith                               Luke 23:32-43   
•             March 24                    A Word of Witness                         Mark 15:33-39  
•             March 31                    A Word of Courage                         Mark 15:42-47