Lent at Zebulon Baptist Church

God on the Move

Lent is often reduced to a period of weeks during which people might give something up as a gesture of self-discipline. But Lent is much more than that. The forty days of Lent parallel the forty days Jesus spent in the wilderness, fasting and persevering through temptation. Additionally, we follow and remember the story of Jesus as he nears his crucifixion and, ultimately, his resurrection. During this season we encounter our mistakes, while acknowledging our need for grace. Finally, we celebrate and we give thanks that God is merciful and compassionate toward us.

Our Lenten worship theme is God on the Move. We do not believe that God created the universe and simply left it to its own devices. We worship an active God who is involved in our lives.

Join us as we remember and celebrate the unfolding of our redemption through Jesus Christ! Take a look below at our schedule of services during Lent. Unless otherwise posted, all services will take place in our sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 2
6:30pm Adult Bible Study

Nowhere among the Gentiles
Join us as we wrestle with the difficult words of Jesus.

Sunday, April 6
Fifth Sunday of Lent
10:15am Worship

Once Upon a Tree Easter Musical
7:00pm Meymandi Concert Hall

Sermon: God Moves … Us to Empty Ourselves
Text: John 12:1-8

The ZBC choir, along with 265 other voices and an orchestra, will present Pepper Choplin’s Easter musical.
Tickets are $15. Students are free.

Wednesday, April 9
6:30pm Adult Bible Study

Outer Darkness/Your Father the Devil
Join us as we wrestle with the
difficult words of Jesus.

Sunday, April 13
Palm Sunday
10:15am Worship

Music Mates, Cherub Choir and Junior Choir Performance
5:00pm

Sermon: God Moves … to the Cross
Text: Luke 23:1-49

After singing, children will enjoy our Easter egg hunt outside.

Monday, April 14
Holy Monday Meditation & Lunch
11:30am

Join us in our Fellowship Hall for a meaningful time of meditation, followed by a luncheon.

Thursday, April 17
Maundy Thursday/Tenebrae Service
7:30pm

On the Thursday of Holy Week, we gather to remember the Last Supper Jesus shared with his disciples, and then transition to a time of darkness (tenebrae) to reflect on Jesus’ betrayal, arrest, humiliation and crucifixion.

Friday, April 18
Good Friday Self-Guided Prayer Time
9:00am-1:00pm

Enter our sanctuary on Good Friday to pray, reflect, meditate and commune with God. You are welcome to use our prayer guide or simply pray as you need to.

Sunday, April 20
Easter Sunrise Service
7:00am

Reflection: God Moves … Death out of the Way
Text: 1 Corinthians 15:19-26

Resurrection Sunday Service
10:15am

Sermon: God Moves … out of the Tomb
Text: Luke 24:1-12