Join us as we reflect on Jesus' final days. On Palm Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. we celebrate His triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Then on Good Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. we solemnly remember His sacrificial crucifixion, and death. This leads to the Community Sunrise Service on  Easter morning at 6:30 a.m. at Cross Community Church and our 10:00 a.m. service back at First Mennonite that celebrate His resurrection and the promise of eternal life to those who believe. Come learn about God's son, Jesus, who gave His life so that you can live with Him forever.

From Monday, April 14 - Friday, April 18, everyone is invited to our Family Life Center to reflect on Jesus' sacrifice by participating in the Stations of the Cross. This come-and-go event allows you to walk through the final events of Jesus' life, including his suffering, arrest, trial, crucifixion, and death. 

Come to our Family Life Center from April 14-18 and learn about the gift of eternal life Jesus gives us through His death and resurrection. The Scavenger Hunt at the Tomb is designed for children and families.

Rehearsals continue on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in preparation for the spring 2025 Mennonite Choral Society concert. The concert will feature hymns and choruses written by female composers and includes the work of Elaine Hagenberg, Heather Sorenson, and Alice Parker, to name a few. Singers are invited to join the Choral Society for this presentation on May 4 at 7:00 p.m.

Save the date for this year’s Berne Community VBS, which will be held at South Adams Schools during the week of June 9-13! We’ll meet from 8:45-11:45 a.m. each morning, and end with a program on Friday evening. Mark your calendars now!

If you are interested in becoming a member of First Mennonite Church, or would like to be baptized, please contact the church office.

The Spiritual Guidance Cabinet would like to offer prayer for healing as well as anointing with oil to anyone struggling with health issues (James 5:14-15). Please contact Darin Ringger at (260) 820-0191.

Join us Wednesday evenings for Bible study, personal enrichment, and fellowship.  There is something for everyone!

• 5:15 p.m. Grace Notes rehearsal (choir room) 
• 6:10 p.m. Mennonotes rehearsal (choir room) 
• 6:15 p.m. JAM rehearsal (Room 7) 
• 5:45-6:30 p.m. Fellowship Meal in the patio
• 7:00 p.m. Ages 0-3: Nursery
• 7:00 p.m. Ages 4-K: Room at the bottom of the ramp
• 7:00 p.m. Grades 1-5: Family Life Center
• 7:00 p.m. Youth: Youth Room (opens at 6:30 p.m.) 
• 7:00 p.m. Bible Study - Genesis (Chapel)
• 7:00 p.m. Band of Brothers Men’s Group (Room 13) 
• 7:00 p.m. She Shares Women’s Group (Room 15) 
• 7:00 p.m. The “EDGE” for younger adults (Room 14) 
• 7:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry, Women’s Ministries, and Quilting
• 8:15 p.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal (choir loft of the sanctuary)

Fusion: High School youth will be going to Fusion Youth Conference at Indiana Wesleyan University on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5. The cost is $30. There will be worship, sessions, breakouts, games, and more! Sign up and grab a flyer to register. The deadline is Sunday, March 23.

Youth Reading Challenge: We have started a book reading challenge in Youth that will run from March-May. Books may be checked out of the church library and Youth library. A book report form is to be filled out for each completed book to count. This is to encourage youth to dive into books about missionaries, biographies, books to help challenge them to deepen their faith, etc. If you have questions, please ask. 

Spring Break: Youth will be doing service projects on Wednesday, March 26, for any elderly in our church that would need some spring cleaning, yard, work, or things moved. Please contact Bill if you need something done.

This July, Kaixo USA is bringing 40 students from Basque Country, Spain, to Indiana to live with host families from July 1-28, 2025. These students will experience English immersion and the joy of an authentic American summer, building meaningful connections along the way. We are looking for host families— any stage of life—to open their hearts and homes. Whether you have young kids, teens, or no kids at all, you can provide a life-changing experience for a student. Most importantly, this is a wonderful opportunity to show the love of Jesus to someone from across the globe…all without leaving Indiana! Interested or have questions? Visit kaixo.com or contact Mya McClure at myamcclure22@gmail.com or (216) 517-3237. Text, call, or email—we’d love to share more.

Contribute to the needs of our community by participating in Project Share. You can place your donations on the table in the foyer or in the box inside the east entrance of the church.  Suggestions for each month are listed below, but all donations are appreciated.

• January - Cereal & Baby Food
• February - Monetary Donations
• March - Vegetables
• April - Boxed/Pouched Side Dishes
• May - Cake, Brownie, Muffin Mixes
• June - Paper Products
• July - Personal Hygiene Products
• August - Feminine Hygiene Products
• September - Canned Meat
• October - Soups
• November - Pasta
• December - Beans

Did you know that you can receive weekly parenting tips, videos, and devotion ideas right to your phone? If you would like to sign up for this, please text the following: @fmcpare to the number 81010 and request to be part of our Biblical Parenting thread. 

Have you heard about pickleball? Pickleball is fun, social, and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn. Come to the Family Life Center on Tuesday and Thursday evening anytime between 6:30 and 8:30 and/or on Saturday morning between 9 and 11 and join other individuals, couples, and families as they enjoy a new game. Don't have a paddle? No problem. We have extra if you need one. Contact Craig Sprunger for more information - 260.450.4206.

Please note: There will be no pickleball in the Family Life Center in July and August.

Do you have a Right Now Media account? This resource provides access to over 20,000 Bible study and devotional videos for youth and adults as well as a library of popular, safe kids' shows that you can view anytime, anywhere, and from any device. Activate your FREE account by clicking HERE.

The church library catalog is now online. By visiting firstmennonite.library.site or connecting to the catalog through the the church app, you can search for materials available in the library, see what’s new, and what’s popular. Borrowing materials is the same, just sign the check-out card. If you choose to set up an account in the catalog you can also see what you have on loan, check what you have borrowed in the past, and reserve materials that are on loan to someone else. If you have questions, contact Sara Jo Sprunger, sjsprunger@gmail.com, or 260-849-3004.