Orchard Ridge

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Sunday, April 13

Palm Sunday

9:00 a.m. Palm Sunday Intergenerational Faith Formation

9:00 a.m. New Members Class 3rd Session

Anne Frank Room

10:00 am Worship

Sermon: Kate Mackey

Lay Liturgist: Diane Jungblut

Musical Offerings: ORUCC Bell Choir

12:00 noon Garth Service for Thea Brunsell

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Madison Mennonite Church invites ORUCC members and friends to a timely presentation by two members of Jewish Voice for Peace-Madison. Our presenters, American-born Marc Rosenthal and Israeli-born Esty Dinur, are long-time peace and international solidarity activists who come with extensive experience “organizing for Palestinian liberation and Judaism beyond Zionism.” Come with your questions. At ORUCC sanctuary, Sunday, April 13, at 4:00 – 4:50 p.m. All are welcome!

This Sunday: Intergenerational Faith Formation at 9:00 a.m.

All are welcome to attend an all-ages faith formation event for Palm Sunday as we look ahead to Holy Week. Together, we will travel through Holy Week by story-telling, tangram creation, and a faith reflection led by Julie Mazer. What is a Tangram? A Tangram is a geometric puzzle consisting of a square cut into seven pieces. The pieces can be arranged to make various other shapes. This will be in place of regular children, youth, and adult faith formation for this Sunday.

April Compassion Offering:

One Great Hour of Sharing

One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) is a cornerstone of United Church of Christ’s mission:

• OGHS supports global refugees working to reach new homes and build new lives.
• OGHS addresses emergency needs arising from hurricanes, floods, fires, earthquakes.
• OGHS develops sustainable resources and skills among communities (both domestic and international) weakened by chronic poverty or climate challenges.
• OGHS works in long-standing partnerships with denominations such as Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Presbyterian Church (USA), Church of the Brethren, and with ecumenical alliances such as Church World Service.

Now more than ever, our partnerships are essential and cherished.

Now more than ever, our assistance is crucial to support the homeless, the hungry, the victims of war.

Now more than ever, it is our privilege to offer tangible support which saves lives.

Give as you are able. Be the face of God’s love in the world. Thank you.

Upcoming Sunday Morning Opportunities…

Mark your calendars: there many special events offered both before and after worship!

• April 13, 9:00 a.m. Palm Sunday Intergenerational Faith Formation; 9:00 a.m. New Members Class 3rd Session
• Easter Sunday, April 20, 6:00 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service followed by brunch; 10:00 Worship; 11:15 a.m. Children and Youth Easter Egg Hunt
• April 27, 9:00 a.m. Care of Creation Mission Team Presents: Gardening with Native Plants, with Jeff Epping; 9:00 a.m. New Members Class 4th Session; and also 11:15 am Presentation by members of the 2025 ORUCC Border Immersion Trip.

Java & Jesus adult faith formation will be in the Alfred Swan Room at the 9:00 hour on the following dates: May 4, 11, 18 and 25.

Senior Pastor: Rev. Dr. Julia Burkey EMAIL

Associate Pastor: Rev. Kate Mackey EMAIL

Associate Pastor: Rev. Ken Pennings EMAIL

Director of Children’s Arts and Education: Julie Mazer EMAIL

Office Manager George Decker

608-271-7212 or EMAIL



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