As we enter the season of Lent, we embark once again on a journey of reflection, renewal, and deepened discipleship. This year, our Lenten series, The Last Supper, is based on a book by the same name by Bishop Will Willimon, who invites us to explore this season through Jesus’ most memorable parables. Through worship, study, and special services, we will examine stories of reckless sowers, searching shepherds, prodigal fathers, and open invitations, discovering a God who refuses to take no for an answer.
- Sunday Worship Series
- Special Worship Services
- Congregational Studies
- Order Easter Lilies for Easter Sunday
Sunday Worship Series: The Last Supper
Lent is a season of reflection and preparation, and our worship series this year invites us to listen to stories Jesus told around a table as we journey toward the upper room and the last supper.
Join us in worship each Sunday as we journey through The Last Supper: Conversations That Led to the Cross, culminating in Holy Week and the celebration of Easter. Worship is in-person at La Jolla UMC and live-streamed.
- February 22nd – Sowing, Seeking, Finding (Luke 8:5-15)
- March 1st – Open Invitation (Luke 14:16-24)
- March 8th – Feasting with the Found (Luke 15:11-32)
- March 15th – Crumbs from the Table (Luke 16:19-31)
- March 22nd – Refusing the Host (Luke 20:9-19)
- March 29th – (Palm/Passion Sunday) The Host Who Becomes the Meal (Luke 22:9-21)
Special Worship Services
Throughout Lent and Holy Week, we will gather for special services that invite us to reflect, remember, and celebrate the hope of Easter:
- February 18th – Ash Wednesday, 6:30pm at La Jolla UMC (livestream)
A time of repentance and reflection as we begin the season of Lent. - April 2nd – Maundy Thursday, 6:30pm at Pacific Beach UMC (livestream)
A service remembering Jesus’ Last Supper and the call to serve one another in love. - April 3rd – Good Friday, 6:30pm at La Jolla UMC (livestream)
A solemn service reflecting on the crucifixion and sacrifice of Christ. - April 5th – Easter Sunrise, 6am at Crown Point Park
- April 5th – Easter Worship, 8:30am and 10am at La Jolla UMC (10am livestream)
(If you wish to dedicate lilies for Easter Sunday, use this form)
Congregational Studies
During Lent, we encourage you to deepen your faith by participating in a study group. Our weekly Sermon Notes will continue to serve as a guide for personal reflection and group discussions. Sermon notes are included in our weekly email and on our website, and a printable version is available as well.
In addition, we offer the following study opportunities:
- Explorers – A Sunday morning discussion group that examines faith through various topics and perspectives. Meets Sunday mornings at 8:30am in the Fireside Library. A Zoom link is also available by contacting our church office.
- Wednesday Evening Men’s Study – This Lent, the group will be using Adam Hamilton’s video study, Forgiveness: Finding Peace Through Letting Go.
- Thursday Morning Bible Study – Meets weekly by Zoom to explore scripture together.
For more information on any of these study groups, please contact the church office. Wherever you are on your faith journey, there is a place for you to connect and grow this season.
We invite you to journey with us this Lent—through worship, study, and community—as we prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter morning.