Lent
special services
Palm Sunday - 10am
March 29, 2026
What can soothe the mind and give it rest? Inspire and heal the heart?
MUSIC!
On Palm Sunday, the NMCC choir will present an extra special offering of choral music accompanied by strings, keyboard and harp. Compositions of Bach and Fauré combine with contemporary anthems of Craig Courtney and Kenney Potter to bring us SONGS OF HOPE AND RESILIENCE.
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Do plan to join us and experience a most exquisite gift to your spirit!
Good Friday Tenebrae - 7pm
April 3, 2026
Tenebrae means “shadows.” We will read the story
of Jesus’ walk to the cross and crucifixion
as we extinguish candles, accompanying him
into the darkness of the tomb.
Easter Vigil
Our tradition is to take shifts alone or with friends or family in the sanctuary, keeping watch while Jesus is entombed.
Hours:
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Friday, April 3, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Saturday, April 4, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Easter Sunrise Service 7am
April 5, 2026
As the dawn breaks and we lift up our hearts with music, readings and prayer, celebrating together God’s gifts of new life and wholeness. The cemetery is located less than a mile from NMCC on the right on Route 80, east of the 79/80 Circle, just before Summer Hill Road.
Easter Worship 10am
April 5, 2026
Join us in this service of celebration of resurrection and new life. Our sanctuary will be filled with beautiful flowers, joyous music, inspired scripture and a special message of hope celebrating God’s love.