March 27, 2025
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THIS WEEKEND
The CHOSEN Returns
The table is set.
The people of Israel welcome Jesus as king while his disciples anticipate his crowning. But—instead of confronting Rome—he turns the tables on the Jewish religious festival. Their power threatened, the country’s religious and political leaders will go to any length to ensure this Passover meal is Jesus’ last.
Shot in a beautiful cinematic format, The Chosen: Last Supper brings the most pivotal week in history to audiences in this special three-part theatrical release.
Our Journey to Easter
Good Enough Lenten Series
We live in a culture bent on definitions of a good life as continuous upward mobility– climbing ladders of prosperity with increasingly fabulous experiences that we can post to ever-morelikable social media accounts. We may comb the shelves of the self-help section in search of just the right formula to gain success. Perhaps we even gravitate towards spiritual leaders who promise great rewards if we only do “the right thing.” But life happens, right?
Most times we are not moving upward but trying to repair the rung we’ve just slipped from. So what if we stopped climbing and started fertilizing, watering, and blooming right where we find ourselves? Welcome to a Lent of affirming a faith in which we are blessed, regardless, and where we can lean into embracing our “good enough” lives.
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The series is based upon the book Good Enough: 40-ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection by Kate Bowler.
Good Enough: 40-ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection by Kate Bowler
Written gently and with humor, Good Enough is permission for all those who need to hear that there are some things you can fix—and some things you can’t. And it’s okay that life isn’t always better. In these gorgeously written reflections, Bowler and Richie offer fresh imagination for how truth, beauty, and meaning can be discovered amid the chaos of life. Their words celebrate kindness, honesty, and interdependence in a culture that rewards ruthless individualism and blind optimism. Ultimately, in these pages we can rest in the encouragement to strive for what is possible today—while recognizing that though we are finite, the life in front of us can be beautiful.
Upcoming Events for AHA! Spring 2025
Sunday, April 13 after worship - Mounds State Park Kids and volunteers will go on a hike with clues to figure out and follow like the National Park Mystery Series we're reading together. Ashley and Andrew will be setting up this fun adventure. (Weather permitting)
Saturday, May 3 - Fort Wayne Zoo - We'll take a walk on the wild side on this exciting trip! (Weather permitting)
Got questions? See Barb Broyles
Praise, Prayers, & Pause
a weekly look at things we can pray about together as a church family.
This week's entry highlights the opportunity to introduce someone you know to Jesus.
Welcome to Praise, Prayers, & Pause,
Praise - This week, let us thank God for the various ministries here at Eden that touch all of our lives. Paris Him for the leadership and volunteers and members and attendees of our church, that we may follow His vision for us in our community.
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Prayers - Let us pray that God will continue to bring others to our church, as well as inspire us to invite people around us in our daily lives to come to church with us. By listening to His leading on this, you will be emboldened in this venture.
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Pause - Take a pause today - even if it's just for one hour - from something that keeps you from spending time with God. Whether it's your phone or the television or other technology, give yourself a break from them and get quiet.
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Let us know if you've got a ministry, person, or situation you'd like us to include!
How's YOUR Reading Going, Eden?
Missed a day? NO PROBLEM! You can catch up, or simply get to where you need to be! Download the Bible Study Together App and start today!
Do you feel like the Bible is an outdated resource? Give us a chance to Change Your Mind...
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The 730 Challenge: Living God's Story Genesis to Revelation is a 730 Day journey through the Bible that will transform the way you look at God and His Story. And it takes just 10 minutes a day!
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If you haven't already, go ahead and click the link below and download the Bible Study Together App. The best part is, once you connect with the app, it'll take you to the current day - no judgement if you've missed some!
Reading the Entire Bible Doesn't Have to Be Overwhelming!
The exciting thing about The 730 Challenge using the Bible Study Together App and materials is that it makes reading the entire Bible so doable! By breaking it down into daily segments that only take 10 minutes a day, you can make progress you'll be proud of. And best of all? We'll all be on the same page when we come to church on Sundays!
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Got questions? See the staff for assistance!
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Need to Speak with a Pastor?
If you would like to meet with Lead Pastor Tammy Hallam, Worship and NextGen Pastor Matt Thornburg, or Staff Pastor Phil Freel, you can schedule an appointment to meet in person or virtually. Please know that your pastoral staff is here to support and encourage you through counseling, spiritual direction and practical guidance.
