Holy Week is a special time of remembrance and worship during the Christian year. All are welcome and invited to participate in these worship opportunities as we commemorate the last week of Jesus’ life.
Palm Sunday, April 13th, as we recognize Jesus triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
Maundy Thursday, or Holy Thursday, April 17th, is a time of remembering the Passover, Jesus final time together with all His disciples. This ecumenical worship service will begin at 7:00 p.m. at LUMC.
Good Friday, April 18th, worship service will be at noon at the Lancaster Congregational Church. This ecumenical worship service will reflect on the crucifixion and the death of Jesus.
Easter Sunday, April 20th, will be celebrated with a sunrise service at 7:00 a.m. in the sanctuary and will recount the early morning hours of the first Easter. The 10:00 a.m. worship service will celebrate Jesus’ resurrection with special music and a time of joy!
Please join us in worship as we recall significant events of Jesus’ life during this Holy Week, the events that are the basis of our faith and ministry.
Announcements
Lenten worship opportunities
Join us in these worship opportunities during Lent.
Soup and Scripture, Wednesdays at noon, March 12 through April 9. Share in a special Lenten study while enjoying some lunch.
Palm Sunday worship, April 13 at 10:00, will be waving of palms and remembering Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
Maundy Thursday worship service will be Thursday, April 17th. We will be sharing foods reminiscent of the last supper Jesus had with the disciples.
Good Friday worship service will be an ecumenical worship service at the Congregational Church at 12:00 noon on Friday, April 18, when we remember Jesus death on the cross.
Easter Sunday, early morning worship at 7:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This will be an informal worship experience with music, scripture and celebration.
Easter Sunday worship service at 10:00 will be a joyous celebration of the resurrection of our risen Lord!
All are welcome and invited to join us for these meaningful worship services and opportunities for personal growth during Lent. If you have any questions, please contact the church office. 608-723-4384
February Pasty Dinner
Mark your calendars! Our next pasty supper is scheduled for Monday, February 10. Serving from 5:00- 7:00 p.m. Carry-out meals available.
Tickets: $10.00 in advance; $11.00 at the door; Kids ages 5-12 $6.00; Kids under 5 are Free.
If you request delivery service, please call the church office by Friday, Feb. 7. 608-723-4384
If you would like to order extra pasties, please call the church office.
Proceeds from the dinner support local community service projects and our mission of sharing the love of Christ with the world.
Christmas Eve worship
The Christmas Eve candlelight worship service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Please join us for carols, scripture and candlelight worship. If you have questions, please call the church office, leave a message and someone will return your call. If you would like to attend worship and need a ride, please call the church office. 608-723-4384.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Join us from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm on Thanksgiving Day for a Community Thanksgiving Dinner with turkey and all the trimmings sponsored by the Lancaster Area Churches. The meal is FREE and open to anyone who would like to join us. Cash donations for the Lancaster Food Pantry will be accepted.
You may download the poster.
UMW Fall Festival
The Fall Festival will be held Sunday, November 3rd, serving from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Menu: Chicken casserole, buns, squash, salads, apple or pumpkin cake and beverages.
Adults $12.00; Kids 6-12 $5.00; Children under age 6, FREE.
Carryouts also available.
Welcome Pastor Erika!
Beginning in July, we welcome Rev. Erika Jezael Martinez-Flores as our new pastor! She was born in Mexico City and has been serving the Viroqua and Westby congregations since 2019.
Her husband, Jorge, who is also a pastor, will be serving the Shullsburg and Lamont United Methodist Churches. They will be living in the parsonage in Lancaster.
Erika and Jorge have been married since 2007 and have a dog and two cats. Erika has been part of the Methodist Church of Mexico since she was born. She enjoys cooking and watching movies, and is anxious to meet the members of the congregation and to learn more about the Lancaster community.
Worship Time Changes to 10:00 as of July 7th
As part of Pastor Erika’s appointment, her ministry will include pulpit supply on Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. to the Potosi United Church of Christ. To accommodate the agreement the Wisconsin Conference has with Potosi UCC, as of July 7, 2024, the worship services at Lancaster UMC have changed to 10:00 a.m.
Coffee hour and fellowship time will continue to be held after Sunday morning worship. This will give Pastor Erika a chance to connect individually with members and visitors of our congregation.
We hope you will help Pastor Erika feel at home in Lancaster and welcome her and her husband to our wonderful community!
Many thanks to Pastor David Kim, who has served our congregation for the past 4 years. He has been called to serve the United Methodist Church in Kenosha. Our prayers go with him and his wife, Maria, as they move to a new home, new churches, and a different region of Wisconsin.
Congratulations Graduates!
Congratulations to all the area graduates! We are proud of all the students, from preschool through high school and college graduates! Always know that you have our prayers for God’s blessings and guidance as you go through your personal life journey.
UMW Spring Supper
Join us for a Spring Fling Supper on Thursday, May 2!
Menu includes BBQ, egg salad and turkey salad sandwiches, baked beans, potato salad, pie, ice cream and beverages. Serving from 5:00 – 7:00.
Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children under age 8.
Carryout meals are available.
Spring Happenings
There are lots of things happening in Lancaster within the next month!
The Lancaster Community Players production of “A Chorus Line” will be Thursday, April 25, Friday April 26, and Saturday April 27 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday April 28 at 2:00 p.m. Several members and friends of LUMC will be participating in this big musical production.
“Sonny Days in Lancaster” will be the week of April 22-27, with special events at the Grant County History Museum on Saturday April 27. Check out the posters for all the happenings, and spread some extra sunshine this week to those around you! For more information, talk to Cindy Busch, chairperson for the event.
Mark your calendars for the Spring Fling Supper on May 2, beginning at 5:00, here at LUMC.
Be sure to watch for announcements for other church suppers, fund raising events, and fun community activities!