"Into the Deep: Spiritual Conversation Circle for Lent"
Mar
4
to Apr 1

"Into the Deep: Spiritual Conversation Circle for Lent"

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“Into the Deep” Spiritual Conversation Circle for Lent  

10:00-11:30 AM, Tuesdays, March 4-April 1 – in Fellowship Hall

A spiritual conversation group is being offered at OVUCC on Tuesday mornings during Lent, facilitated by Karen Gatlin. A form of group spiritual companionship, these conversations will be based on a weekly theme from “Into the Deep: 2025 Lent Devotional” (from Pilgrim Press). These are not “teaching” sessions. We will check in with each other weekly, hear the devotion for that week, reflect and have conversations in small groups of 2 or 3, pray together as a group, and set our spiritual intention for the coming week. We’ll begin with the theme “Going Deep.”

An RSVP to Karen or to the Church Office is required so that the devotional materials may be prepared for each participant before our first meeting. (Rides can be arranged for those who need one.)

Karen Gatlin is a retired UCC pastor, a member of OVUCC, an Interfaith Spiritual Director/Companion and a lifelong journeyer with the Divine.

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Mar
5
12:00 PM12:00

Ash Wednesday

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ASH WEDNESDAY – A SACRED BEGINNING TO LENT

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

11:00-11:45 AM | Ashes-to-go on El Conquistador, near La Reserve gate (for those who are on the go)

12:00 PM | Sanctuary Worship

On Wednesday, March 5th, we invite you to take a holy pause as we step into Lent together.

Our Ash Wednesday service will be a quiet, reflective time to receive ashes, hear sacred words, and start this season with intention and grace.

  • Maybe you’re carrying a heavy heart.

  • Maybe you're searching for a deeper connection.

  • Maybe you just need a moment of stillness.

Whatever brings you, you are welcome here. This season is about reflection, renewal, and God’s deep, abiding love for us all.

Join us in the Sanctuary at 12:00 Noon for this short but meaningful time of worship. EVERYONE, EVERYONE, EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

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Mar
4
5:30 PM17:30

Fat Tuesday Celebration at Tap & Bottle

Tuesday March 4, 5:30-7:30 PM - Mardi Gras is not only a ridiculous event in New Orleans. It actually is a Christian tradition marking the end of the feasting of the Season of Epiphany and preparing for the fasting of Lent. We will gather to break bread with the traditional King Cake and share drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks are available for purchase). You are welcome to bring outside food for your own personal dinner. Or live on King Cake. All ages welcome to this joyous fellowship.

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