To our friends and church family, The life of Jesus shows us all the purest and greatest forms of hope, purpose, sacrifice... the attributes of His greatness are unlimited. Yet, even in His greatness, He sees you. And the cross is single-handedly the greatest display of love; there is no greater love than it. This Easter, we invite you to join us as we pause, remember, and celebrate the journey Jesus took to the grave and the aftermath of hope we still find ourselves in today. As you page through this piece, mark your calendars for Holy Week: Palm Sunday, Stations of the Cross, Good Friday, and Easter Weekend. The love God has for you is intentional, unconditional, wild, and restorative. We pray you would grasp the depth of that. May each of us fully realize there truly is No Greater Love. With much love and anticipation for this season,
Pierre & Marlize Du Plessis Senior Pastors
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MORE INFORMATION For expanded details on Easter 2018, visit:
tfhny.org/easter
Kids, Middle, and Youth specific programs throughout Holy Week ASL Interpreted services available at Chili Campus at select times Easter Food Drive of non-perishable items for the Life Center
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CHILI CAMPUS
GREECE CAMPUS
715 Paul Road
150 Bellwood Drive
HOLY WEEK TABLE OF CONTENTS Palm Sunday
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Stations of the Cross
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Good Friday
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Easter Weekend
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Sun, March 25
Mon-Wed, March 26, 27, & 28 Fri, March 30
Sat, March 31 & Sun, April 1
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PALM SUNDAY There is no greater hope than in the King who boldly comes in humility. Let’s gather for a time of anticipation and preparation.
Sunday, March 25 9am & 11:30am Chili & Greece Campuses
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS There is no greater purpose than to walk through and carry out the mission of Jesus. Experience a self-guided, 30-minute tour with art installations and meaningful actions representing the journey of Jesus to the cross. Families welcome. Due to the nature of the experience, parents should use discretion when bringing children.
March 26, 27, & 28 (Monday - Wednesday) Open 4pm - 9pm (walk in anytime) Chili Campus
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GOOD FRIDAY There is no greater sacrifice than laying down one’s life for His friends. Let’s gather for a time of remembering Jesus’ death with a tenebrae service of shadow and contrast.
Friday, March 30 5pm & 7pm Chili Campus
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easter weekend There is no greater love than the victorious love that conquers death. Easter Weekend is a celebration of life and hope in the resurrection of Jesus.
Saturday, March 31 - 7pm Sunday, April 1 - 9am & 11:30am Chili & Greece Campuses
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KIDS MIDDLE YOUTH
Babies - Grade 5
Safe, fun, and age-specific atmospheres designed to teach even the littlest ones about Jesus in a creative way. Programs are available every weekend.
Grades 6 - 8
Services every weekend are created to help middle schoolers feel like they belong. It’s about growing in faith and relationships, while having fun!
Grades 9 - 12
Every Tuesday from 7-9pm high schoolers gather at the Chili Campus for a service filled with fun, community, and discovering God. On the weekends, you’ll find Youth volunteering to help make church happen.
Visit tfhny.org/easter
to find out more about Kids, Middle, and Youth specific programs and updates during Holy Week.
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FOOD DRIVE
FOR THE FAMILY
With our hearts connected to the heart of Jesus, we are compelled to show his love, not just with our words but with our actions, too. Together, we can make a difference in the life of each person within our church and community. Fill a bag by purchasing non-perishable items and bring it to church with you on Easter Weekend. Drop your bag off in the lobby at each campus. All items will go to the Life Center, an expression of the heart of The Father’s House within the local community.
tfhny.org/lifecenter
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no greater hope. no greater purpose. no greater sacrifice. no greater love.
Easter 2018 |
The Father’s House |
tfhny.org/easter