Holy Week is upon us. As a pastor this is one of the most hectic weeks of the year. We will have services on Thursday and Friday and a total of four on Sunday. (I actually get a break this year. In previous years in Austin we did an Easter vigil late Saturday night.)
There is always a little extra pressure surrounding Easter Sunday services. First of all, it is an important day in the life of the church. Second, it is a day when we will be joined by a bunch of people who don't normally attend our church. Some are first time visitors. Some are people who have visited before but not been back for a while. Some are long-time members, who for whatever reason have been away a while.
Whoever decides to come and worship with us and whatever it is that draws them to this place on Easter Sunday, it is so important that we do all we can to make them feel welcome and comfortable. On Easter Sunday they are likely to make a decision, consciously or unconsciously as to whether they will return and take part in the weekly rhythms of the life of the church.
Blessings to you on this Holy Week!
peace,
will
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