Ash Wednesday, book study at United Methodist Church

The Skaneateles Community is invited to a free soup and bread supper on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 26 at the Skaneateles United Methodist Church, 26 Jordan St., co-hosted by the congregations of Skaneateles United Methodist Church and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Gluten-free and vegetarian soup options will be available.

The supper will take place at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, followed by a worship service in the sanctuary at 7 p.m.

The worship will include communion and the Imposition of Ashes with special music presented by a combined choir. Rev. Paula Roulette, pastor at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and Rev. Joellyn Tuttle, pastor at Skaneateles United Methodist will co-lead the worship.

Ash Wednesday begins the Season of Lent, a time to reflect on simplifying one’s life, giving, and renewing one’s faith.

A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the ministries with men and veterans at Chapel House in Auburn. C

hildcare for children 5 years old and under will be available, and free parking is available in the municipal lot adjacent to the United Methodist Church building. The building is handicapped accessible.

With everything going on in the world, how is it possible to not be anxious? Adam Hamilton, well-known author and Senior Pastor at the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, Kansas City, Missouri reminds us that in Scripture we are told, “Do not be afraid.”

In this five-week study based on Hamilton’s book “Unafraid,” we will explore the worries and fears most of us experience; and learn to identify fears and discover practical steps for overcoming them.

Through the light found in scripture and faith we can live with courage and hope.

The class sessions will include a 15-20 minute DVD presentation featuring the author, Adam Hamilton, and lively discussion based on the video and the book, “Unafraid.”

This study begins Thursday evening, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. and continues until Thursday, March 26 at the Skaneateles United Methodist Church, 26 Jordan St.

The class leader is Anne Lee. All adults in the community are welcome to attend. To reserve a copy of the book and a place in class, please call the church office at 315-685-5963 weekdays 9 to 1 p.m.

For a 1-minute video description of the study by the author, go to: youtube.com/watch?v=0L9i4Z-3g5A.

The church is handicapped accessible, and parking can be found in the municipal lot adjacent to the back of the church building.