The opening story in Genesis is often thought of as creation "from nothing," but it is more like the creation of order out of chaos. What does the poetry of this story tell us about God, about creation, and about the role of humanity? This will be the first week of a series about different stories of creation in the Bible, each speaking to a different aspect of God, humanity, and creation.

This is the last week that Ross and Jamie Janovec will be at The Land before they move to Montana. You are invited to come wish them well!

The Dance of Wisdom and Creation
Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
By: Minister Eric McEuen

While some of our leaders will be at the Annual Conference of the UMC's Mountain Sky region, Eric will offer a service of music, reflection and meditation. The focus will be on the Biblical image of Lady Wisdom, present at the creation of the world and delighting in it.

From Ashes to Beauty
Scripture: Acts 2:1-8,12-13
By: Rev. Lauretta Lundquist

Join us this Saturday as we meet in person and celebrate Pentecost with a Communion service.
The story of Pentecost is sometimes framed as a reversal of the Tower of Babel story in Genesis 11. One results in disharmony and lack of understanding; one results in unity and miraculous understanding. One story seems to view diversity as a curse; the other suggests that it is a gift. But what if the Pentecost story is a continuation, not a reversal, of God's previous work? What if both diversity and unity are gifts valued by God?

Revelation: Come!
Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3, 22:12-21
By: Rev. Lauretta Lundquist

Join us this Saturday as we meet in person and conclude our series on Revelation. This week will have a two-part sermon and discussion, responding to a tension in the last verses of the Bible: An invitation for "everyone who is thirsty" to enter the city of God, along with a comment that some will be left outside. This comment has often been taken in exclusive ways, causing harm to people who are told they are outside God's love. But is there a better way to understand this, in light of a God who is love and the inclusive ministry of Jesus? We will take time to discuss both the tension and the expansive invitation.

God's Dream According to John

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3, 7:9-17

By: Pastor Ross Janovec

What: Volunteer Work Day
Who: All are invited to join Smoky Hill UMC's and University Park UMC's youth groups.
When: April 27th from 4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Where: The Land UMC
How: Bring yourselves and we will provide the tools and other supplies as we work together to help transition the space into the growing season.

Scripture: Revelations 1:4-8
By: Pastor Ross Janovec

The word "truth" is a tricky word to nail down. We all want to believe there is one truth in creation that outweighs them all. Even more important is the reality that we want our interpretation of what the truth is to be the one that is true. In a world where there are polar opposite interpretations of what CHrist's truth is, especially in this season of Easter, how can we become grounded in the truths that exist between the polar opposite views of the world that try to push and pull us one way or the other? We will explore the hope for a more inclusive creation found in this Revelatory dream over the weeks to come.

Come celebrate Easter with us at our sunrise service!

- Chairs and warm drinks will be provided
- Feel free to bring warm clothes and/or a blanket

 Invite your friends, especially those with kids and join us for a community Easter Egg hunt at The Land!
Crafts Included!

LIVING!: Palm Sunday is a collision of joy and grief—shouts of “Hosanna!” ring out even as the shadow of the cross looms ahead.

LOVE!: Mary’s act of costly love reminds us: True love always asks something of us, but it multiplies far beyond what we can see.

WISDOM!: “If you’re going through hell, don’t come out empty-handed.” What wisdom might God be offering you in the midst of life’s struggles?

IMAGINATION!: “Seek the Lord while he may be found.” (Isaiah 55:6) What might happen if we began to see things through God’s eyes?

LAMENT!: It’s okay to say, “This isn’t how it should be.” Lament is not weakness; it’s a holy act of naming the truth.

TERRIBLE & BEAUTIFUL!: Life is messy, but you don’t have to face it alone. Let’s walk through the beautiful and terrible parts of life together this Lent.

Ash Wednesday is quickly approaching, and we would like to invite you all to begin the Lenten journey with us here at The Land UMC. We are offering two ways to be in relationship with us on Ash Wednesday. First, we are offering a Drive-Thru Ash Wednesday beginning at noon. Second, we would like to offer you all the option to receive a blessing and Ash Wednesday temporary tattoos sent to you from us for everyone in your household. Contact Lauretta or Ross if you would like to participate with the second option.

1/11/25 Jacob Gen 28:10-22

1/18/25 Joseph Sr Gen 37:5-6

1/25/25 Gideon Judges 7:13-15

2/1/25 Solomon 1 Kings 3:3-15

2/8/25 Pilate's Wife Matthew 27:19

2/15/25 Joseph Jr Matthew 1:20, 2:13-15, 19-23

2/22/25 Paul Acts 16:9-10, 13-15, 20-34

3/1/25 Peter Acts 10:9-16, 19-22, 24, 28

Join us for a four-week Bible Study led by Rev. Isaac Dunn. We will explore the different ways that Psalms have been used, how the Psalms speak to our human experience, and how the Book of Psalms impacts our worship and spiritual life today.

Join us for a four-week Bible Study led by Rev. Isaac Dunn. We will explore the different ways that Psalms have been used, how the Psalms speak to our human experience, and how the Book of Psalms impacts our worship and spiritual life today.

1/11/25 Jacob Gen 28:10-22

1/18/25 Joseph Sr Gen 37:5-6

1/25/25 Gideon Judges 7:13-15

2/1/25 Solomon 1 Kings 3:3-15

2/8/25 Pilate's Wife Matthew 27:19

2/15/25 Joseph Jr Matthew 1:20, 2:13-15, 19-23

2/22/25 Paul Acts 16:9-10, 13-15, 20-34

3/1/25 Peter Acts 10:9-16, 19-22, 24, 28

Join us for a four-week Bible Study led by Rev. Isaac Dunn. We will explore the different ways that Psalms have been used, how the Psalms speak to our human experience, and how the Book of Psalms impacts our worship and spiritual life today.

1/11/25 Jacob Gen 28:10-22

1/18/25 Joseph Sr Gen 37:5-6

1/25/25 Gideon Judges 7:13-15

2/1/25 Solomon 1 Kings 3:3-15

2/8/25 Pilate's Wife Matthew 27:19

2/15/25 Joseph Jr Matthew 1:20, 2:13-15, 19-23

2/22/25 Paul Acts 16:9-10, 13-15, 20-34

3/1/25 Peter Acts 10:9-16, 19-22, 24, 28

Join us for a four-week Bible Study led by Rev. Isaac Dunn. We will explore the different ways that Psalms have been used, how the Psalms speak to our human experience, and how the Book of Psalms impacts our worship and spiritual life today.

1/11/25 Jacob Gen 28:10-22

1/18/25 Joseph Sr Gen 37:5-6

1/25/25 Gideon Judges 7:13-15

2/1/25 Solomon 1 Kings 3:3-15

2/8/25 Pilate's Wife Matthew 27:19

2/15/25 Joseph Jr Matthew 1:20, 2:13-15, 19-23

2/22/25 Paul Acts 16:9-10, 13-15, 20-34

3/1/25 Peter Acts 10:9-16, 19-22, 24, 28

1/11/25 Jacob Gen 28:10-22

1/18/25 Joseph Sr Gen 37:5-6

1/25/25 Gideon Judges 7:13-15

2/1/25 Solomon 1 Kings 3:3-15

2/8/25 Pilate's Wife Matthew 27:19

2/15/25 Joseph Jr Matthew 1:20, 2:13-15, 19-23

2/22/25 Paul Acts 16:9-10, 13-15, 20-34

3/1/25 Peter Acts 10:9-16, 19-22, 24, 28

1/11/25 Jacob Gen 28:10-22

1/18/25 Joseph of Genesis Gen 37:5-6

1/25/25 Gideon Judges 7:13-15

2/1/25 Solomon 1 Kings 3:3-15

2/8/25 Pilate's Wife Matthew 27:19

2/15/25 Joseph Jr Matthew 1:20, 2:13-15, 19-23

2/22/25 Paul Acts 16:9-10, 13-15, 20-34

3/1/25 Peter Acts 10:9-16, 19-22, 24, 28