ASH WEDNESDAY PRAYER STATIONS
February 17, call/email office to register for a time
Come spend time in the sanctuary in prayer and meditation to ready yourself for the journey of Lent. To be Covid safe, individuals will be allotted their own time. Single use ash containers will be available. Register with Debbie in the office, debbie.wise@secondfirst.org or 815-963-8431.

ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP ON ZOOM
February 17, 6:30 p.m.
Grab a potted plant and use the dirt to remind yourself of your connection with all living things, the delicate nature of our lives and our the constant strength of the God who made us, claims us and calls us by name. Even in this unusual format, we will find peace and joy in the Holy Spirit that will propel us into our Lenten journey. Zoom meeting ID: 869 0281 1469 Password: 0701216564 or Call in: 312-626-6799

DAILY READING
Were You There? Lenten Reflections on the Spirituals by Luke A Powery
Looking for joy in the midst of a global pandemic? African American spirituals were born out of seeing God within hard circumstances. Dr. Luke Powery, the Dean of the Chapel of Duke University, explores one song each day in a short, simple and inspiring format. Books are available at your favorite bookstore or in the church office, $10 suggested donation. Let’s come together and be encouraged by soul stirring spirituals.

STORIES OF THE BIBLE
Tuesdays, noon-1:00 p.m. on Zoom
Following the Narrative Lectionary and using the stories of the Bible for the Sunday to come that lead us to the cross and resurrection, we will ask good questions of the Bible, of Jesus and of ourselves. No Bible experience necessary. Led by Rev. Rebecca. Zoom meeting ID: 841 9910 2715 Password: 5160900791 or Call in: 312-626-6799

MIDWEEK WORSHIP
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. on Zoom
Based off of the week’s readings from Were You There? Lenten Reflections on the Spirituals by Luke A Powery, come be uplifted by the powerful words and tunes of these African American Spirituals. (No prior reading necessary to enjoy). This will be a time of prayer and reflection, meditation and sharing led by Rev. Rebecca and Pastor Jermel Flannigan, former pastor New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. Let’s be together virtually. Zoom meeting ID: 867 3178 6108 Password: 5668102835 or Call in: 312-626-6799

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION WITH SANDY WILLIAMS
Thursdays, March 4 – 25, noon to 12:55 p.m. on Zoom
Sit back, relax and be blessed by these guided mediations focusing on mindfulness of breath and body with loving kindness. Come learn this sabbath practice with SecondFirst member Sandy Williams, a complimentary health care provider who focuses on the interplay of mind, body and spirit. Zoom meeting ID: 818 7271 8223 Password: 6660658599 or Call in: 312-626-6799