Wednesday Night Lent Worship Services
On February 17, we entered the season of Lent. It is a special time for self-reflection, fasting, renewal and prayer where we set aside our wants and listen for the voice of God. Lent represents the 40-day period when Jesus went into the wilderness and fasted to contemplate, reflect upon and prepare for His ministry. We use these 40 days as a time of introspection, repentance and preparation for Easter.
In preparation for Lent, CUMC children were asked to draw their interpretations of "Lift High the Cross". Each Wednesday evening, from February 24 through March 31 at 6:30 p.m. in room N255, one child's vision of Lent will be featured on the cover of the Wednesday Lent Worship Guide. Children will also be participating in the services with Rev. Stacey Piyakhun. Communion will be served each week.
We would love to have you join us as we journey through the Lenten season together and lift high the cross. We encourage you to attend these Wednesday evening Lent services as a family. You won't want to miss this special worship series.
Ginger Harris — Artist of the Week
On March 31st, Ginger Harris’ drawing will be featured on the cover of the Lent Service Worship Guide. The daughter of Angie and Stephen Harris and sister of Lindsay, Ginger is a member of Kids R.O.C.K, Mission Possible Kids, Way Kool Kids choir and 5th grade Sunday school. She has also participated in Created by God, Bible studies and Upward Basketball.
Ginger is an 11-year-old 5th grader at Prince of Peace Christian School in Carrollton. She enjoys school and is in the gifted and talented program. She likes to read and play the piano as well as play softball and snow ski. Ginger is also a member of Girl Scouts. Swimming and diving are among her favorite summertime activities. This busy and talented young artist has plans to attend Baylor, Yale or Harvard and room with her good friend, Erin. Ginger wants to be a fiction writer or a clothing designer when she grows up. She is the proud owner of an American Eskimo and Sheltie mix named Jackson and a hamster named Pea. Ginger would like to visit Australia someday.
Ginger loves to read before bedtime, help others and spend time with family and friends. Her family is very proud of her and describes her as interesting, high energy, intelligent, willing to try new things, and fun to be around.
Congratulations to Ginger for being the Lenten Artist of the Week!
Robert McCullough — Artist of the Week
On March 24th, Robert McCullough’s drawing will be featured on the cover of the Lent Service Worship Guide. The son of Matt and Linda McCullough and brother of Rachel and Reid, Robert is a member of Kids R.O.C.K and 5th grade Sunday school. He has also participated in Upward Basketball and the Created by God class.
Robert is an 11-year-old 5th grader at Saigling Elementary. He enjoys school and is a fan of Star Wars. He has played soccer for seven years and is forward and mid-field for the “Interceptors” team. This busy and talented young artist is a member of Boy Scouts and plans to be an Eagle Scout. Robert wants to create video games when he grows up. He is the proud owner of two cats, one dog and a hamster named Fluffy. Robert’s favorite vacation spot is Legoland in California.
Robert loves to read, help others and spend time with family and friends. He is also very spiritual. He believes that “Jesus died on the cross for people like us so we can to Heaven.” His family is very proud of him and describes him as inquisitive, friendly, very bright, a problem solver and someone who prefers to not be the center of attention.
Congratulations to Robert for being the Lenten Artist of the Week!
Luke Thomson — Artist of the Week
On March 17th, Luke Thomson’s drawing will be featured on the cover of the Lent Service Worship Guide. The son of Rick and Ronnie Thomson and brother of Mark, Luke is a member of Kids R.O.C.K and 5th grade Sunday school. He has participated in Upward Basketball since he was five years old. Luke is also a House on the Corner volunteer as well as in the CUMC library training others on PowerPoint and animation.
Luke, an 11-year-old 5th grader, is a member of the Student Council at Rosemary Haggar Elementary. He enjoys studying history. The Civil War is his favorite era because of the “strategies and complications that were involved in the battles”. This busy and talented young artist is a member of Boy Scouts and plans to be an Eagle Scout. Luke is also very involved in sports. He enjoys baseball, soccer and wants to try fencing. Luke’s first choice for college is West Point Military Academy and he wants to be a military officer, be involved in computer technology or be a historian – or maybe all three! He is also the proud owner of a bearded dragon named Fred.
Luke loves to read, help others and spend time with family and friends. He is also very spiritual. He believes that “Jesus guides us in making good decisions in life, pulls us to Him and is always there to help us out”. His family is very proud of him and describes him as very bright, an avid reader, keen sense of humor and a model citizen. According to Luke’s mother, Ronnie, “he has a beautiful, living faith and applies his understanding of God in his faith.”
Congratulations to Luke for being the Lenten Artist of the Week!
Krista Barnard — Artist of the Week
On March 10th, Krista Barnard’s drawing will be featured on the cover of the Lent Service Worship Guide. The daughter of Michael and Janet Barnard and sister of Matthew and Andrew, Krista is a member of Kids R.O.C.K and 5th grade Sunday school.
Krista, a 10-year-old 5th grader, likes science, health and animals. She has plans to attend Texas A&M University and become a veterinarian when she graduates. This busy and talented young artist also attends four dance classes a week. She is a member of the safety patrol and STOP (Students Thinking of Peers) as well as a participant in the Pace program at Andrew Elementary. In her spare time, Krista likes to ride her bike and participate in history and science fairs. When she grows up, she would like to visit Paris, France, to sight-see and try new foods. Krista is also the proud owner of a 4 year old American tabby named Athena.
Krista likes to help others, spend time with friends and wants to lead a Christian life. Making friends is a priority for Krista. Her family is very proud of her. They describe her as smart, active, and funny.
Congratulations to Krista for being the Lenten Artist of the Week!
Steven Rogers — Artist of the Week
On March 3rd, Steven Roger’s drawing will be featured on the cover of the Lent Service Worship Guide. The son of Doug and Susan Rogers and brother of Rachel, Steven is a member of Kids R.O.C.K and 5th grade Sunday school.
Steven, an 11-year-old 5th grader, loves gymnastics especially the pummel horse, high bar, rings, floor exercises and vault. He also takes piano lessons and plans to play the cello next year. Steven is on a soccer team and plays left mid-field. Pace is his favorite subject at school. In his spare time, Steven plays video games. He would like to attend Stanford and become an attorney when he graduates.This talented young artist also enjoys vacationing in Colorado at Aspen Canyon Dude Ranch with his family where his favorite activities are riding horses and archery. Steven is also the proud owner of a 7-year-old Golden Retriever named Mattie that the family rescued from a shelter. Mattie curls up with the family’s 3-year-old cat named Trouble.
Steven’s family is very proud of him. They describe him as smart, energetic, loving, very talented in gymnastics and “all boy”.
Congratulations to Steven for being the Lenten Artist of the Week!
Jared Atkins — Artist of the Week
On February 24, Jared Atkin’s drawing will be featured on the cover of the Lent Service Worship Guide. The son of Blake and Beth Atkins, Jared is a member of Kids R.O.C.K and Sunday school. He is also active in Webelo Scouts, enjoys sports such as tennis and boogie boarding and likes to play pranks on his 12 year old sister, Lindsay.
Jared, a 10-year-old 4th grader, “really likes school”. Science is his favorite subject because he enjoys conducting experiments. One of his favorite experiments was to build a bio-dome at home. Jared advised that he wants to be a scientist, possibly in the field of biology. He also enjoys robotics, especially the Lego NXT Mindstorm. He is in the music club at school and is a gifted pianist taught by Cheryl Salmon, also a member of Christ United Methodist Church. This talented young artist also enjoys vacationing at the beach with his family. Jared is also the proud owner of a 4 year old Schnauzer and terrier mix named Gus.
Jared’s family is very proud of him. They describe him as fun, helpful, loving, generous, bright, creative and thoughtful about other people’s feelings.
Congratulations to Jared for being the Lenten Artist of the Week!
