March Newsletter

Author

Peggy Nunley
February 26, 2026

March 2026

Lenten Sermon Series

Drink From the Fountain of Grace

Throughout Scripture and today, God sustains us in the most basic of ways—physically with food and drink, and spiritually with nourishment for our souls. This Lent, as we reflect on what it means to be human, we find refreshment in God’s overflowing grace. Using the image of cups in Scripture, we will explore our brokenness, our call to discipleship, and what it means to seek justice, culminating in the joyful celebration that Christ is risen and we have new life in him.

Ash Wednesday: The Cup of Fasting | Isaiah 58:1-12 Ash Wednesday is a moment for us to reflect on Jesus’ suffering. We partner in his suffering so that we may better see the experience of those who suffer daily and work with them for lasting justice.

March 1: The Cup of Living Water | John 4:7-29, 39 God affirms all we’ve been through and invites us into healthy relationship, wholeness, and sharing living water with others.

March 8: The Cup You Choose | Psalm 16. Every day we have the opportunity to choose to follow Jesus.

March 15: The Cup of Discipleship | Matthew 20:20-28 Being followers of Jesus involves giving our whole selves to build a community of mutual blessing.

March 22: The Cup of Compassion | Matthew 25: 34-40 For Jesus, compassion and justice are intertwined and inseparable.

March 29: The Overflowing Cup | Psalm 23 We cannot overflow with God’s grace if we are filled with ourselves.

Holy Week Worship

Thursday, April 2nd @ 6:30 pm

Holy Thursday: The Cup of the New Covenant | Matthew 26:20-29 The cup of the new covenant transforms and gives life.

Friday, April 3rd @ 6:30 pm

Good Friday: Jesus’ Cup for Us | Matthew 26:30-27:66 Jesus drinks the cup of suffering once and for all. As Jesus drinks from this unrepeatable cup, we see our efforts to save ourselves fall short and we stand in awe and gratitude.

April 5th @10 am

Easter Sunday: The Cup that Never Runs Dry | John 20:1-18 Jesus is alive! That means God’s grace will never run dry

Lenten Mission Offering

“I was hungry and you gave me food.” — Matthew 25:35

During this season of Lent, we are invited to practice generosity, compassion, and care for our neighbors. Project 216 provides prepackaged meals that supply all the vitamins and minerals a child needs for an entire day.

Each meal costs just $0.35.

This offering is more than a meal—it is love in action.  May our giving reflect Christ’s call to love and serve the least among us.

Please return this bag with your offering on

Palm Sunday, March 29th,

Lenten Small Group

We believe some of the most meaningful conversations happen around a table—over shared food, honest questions, and time together. The Table is a small group that gathers weekly for a meal and conversation, creating space to slow down, connect, and grow in community.

Each week, we’ll share a simple meal and watch The Chosen, using it as a starting point for thoughtful discussion and reflection. No prior experience or preparation is needed—just come as you are, ready to eat, listen, and participate as you’re comfortable.

Whether you’re looking for deeper connection, spiritual growth, or a place to belong, there’s a seat for you at The Table.

Tuesdays at 6:00 in the Lower Level Classroom

March 3 Jesus Loves The Little Children

March 10 The Rock On Which It is Built

March 17 The Wedding Gift

March 24 Indescribable Compassion

March 31 Invitations

April 7 I am He

Thru the Bible in the Year

March

1- Numbers 14-15, Psalms 90

2- Numbers 16-17

3- Numbers 18-20

4- Numbers 21-22

5- Numbers 23-25

6- Numbers 26-27

7-Numbers 28-30

8- Numbers 31-32

9- Numbers 33-34

10- Numbers 35-36

11-Deuteronomy 1-2

12- Deuteronomy 3-4

13- Deuteronomy 5-7

14- Deuteronomy  8-10

15- Deuteronomy 11-13

16- Deuteronomy 14-16

17- Deuteronomy 17-20

18- Deuteronomy 21-23

19- Deuteronomy 24-27

20- Deuteronomy 28-29

21- Deuteronomy 30-31

22- Deuteronomy 32-34, Psalms 91

23- Joshua 1-4

24- Joshua 5-8

25- Joshua 9-11

26- Joshua 12-15

27- Joshua 16-18

28- Joshua 19-21

29- Joshua 22-24

30- Judges 1-2

31- Judges 3-5

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Joe Baldwin. Joe was a faithful member of our church family, known for his steady presence, kind spirit, and generous heart. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Please keep them in your prayers in the days ahead, asking God to surround them with comfort, peace, and the hope of the resurrection.

Arrangements for Joe are as follows:

VISITATION- Friday, March 6
2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Feller and Clark Funeral Home, Auburn
1860 South Center Street
Auburn, Indiana 46706

Saturday, March 7
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Robinson Chapel United Methodist Church
12707 Tonkel Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46845

FUNERAL- Saturday, March 7 @ 11:00PM

A couple things…

  • Mission Trip Pastor Peggy is looking into the possibility of coordinating a mission trip to Mission Guatemala sometime in either late 2027 or early 2028. If you would be interested in this mission trip, please contact Pastor Peggy for more information.

  • Join Pastor Peggy and Pastor Chris Nunley in the Holy Land.February 1-10, 2027. For 10 days we will journey through the ancient land of Palestine experiencing Biblical sites, centuries old places of worship, and the very land where Jesus and the heros of the faith walked. We will journey through the Galilee to see where Jesus spent his ministry, and we'll walk the streets of Jerusalem to the places marking his last days on earth. We will visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Jericho, the Dead Sea, Capernaum, Caesarea Philippi, Mount Carmel, Caesarea Maritima, Nazareth, and ancient Tiberias.  If you would like more information, please contact Pastor Peggy.

Looking Ahead…

  • 6:00pm each Tuesday- The Table/The Chosen Movie

  • 7:00pm each Wednesday- Bible Study

  • March 8- Congregational Care Team Meeting following worship

  • March 19 @ 6:30 Church Council

  • March 26 @ 1:00 Mission Team Meeting

  • Holy Week Worship-See above

Until next time :)