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APRIL 2019 A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO
Welcome Welcome to the Worship Guide produced by the staff of The Sealy News.
This is a comprehensive listing of churches in Austin County, Texas, along
with a mix of faith-focused information.
This publication will provide information on service times and special
events, as well as information on what our local places of worship have to offer.
Whatever your faith, we hope that you find this publication
useful.
— The Sealy News staff
193 Schmidt Rd.
Sealy, TX 77474
979-885-3562
publisher@sealynews.com
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THE SEASON OF
Lent
Easter AND
S
pring is eagerly anticipated, as many people look forward
to enjoying the great outdoors once more. Spring is also a
special time of year for practicing Christians.
Beginning on Ash Wednesday and lasting 40 weekdays
until the arrival of Easter Sunday, the Lenten season is a very
important time of year for Christians. During Lent, Christians
prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance,
self-denial, and spiritual discipline. While the Bible does not
reference Lent, the practice of observing Lent has become a
standard.
The following focuses on each of the special days of this
church season as they pertain to Western Christianity (Eastern
Orthodox churches observe Lent somewhat differently).
ASH WEDNESDAY
The Day of Ashes commemorates the repentance of sin.
On Ash Wednesday, Christians have ashes placed on their Thursday celebrates the institution of the Eucharist as the
foreheads in the shape of a cross in recognition of their need true body and blood of Jesus Christ and the institution of the
to repent. Many churches host Ash Wednesday services, and sacrament of the priesthood.
those who receive the ashes are not only reminded of their
mortality and sinfulness, but also of the opportunity for GOOD FRIDAY
absolution. Christians typically fast on Ash Wednesday, though Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
some simply abstain from eating meat. Jesus was condemned by his peers as King Herod and Pontius
Pilate had found him not guilty of his crimes. But crowds were
PALM SUNDAY enraged, and Pilate reluctantly ordered his crucifixion rather
On what is now called “Palm Sunday,” Jesus Christ rode than face a mass riot.
a donkey into Jerusalem while villagers welcomed him and
waved palm branches. This is mentioned in each of the Biblical HOLY SATURDAY
Gospels and occurs a week before His subsequent resurrection. Holy Saturday marks the final day of the Triduum, or the
Jesus possibly rode a donkey rather than a horse as a sign of three days preceding Easter Sunday. Scripture states that Holy
peace, as a war-waging king might ride a horse. The “Passion of Saturday was when Jesus’ body was placed in the tomb.
the Christ” is typically read during Palm Sunday masses.
EASTER SUNDAY
HOLY THURSDAY A festive and celebratory day for Christians, Easter Sunday
Holy Thursday is sometimes referred to as “Covenant is a time for sharing the good news of Jesus’ resurrection. His
Thursday,” “Maundy Thursday” or “Thursday of Mysteries.” body is discovered missing from the tomb, and Jesus appears
Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ to his followers again showing proof that He is alive. Typically,
with the apostles. According to Catholic News Agency, Holy Easter Sunday is one of the most well-attended Sunday services
Thursday might be one of the most important, complex and for Christians. It also is a day to spend with family, and many
profound days of celebration in the Catholic Church. Holy families share large meals to mark the end of the Lenten season.
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EASTER
SUNRISE SERVICE
7:00 A.M. • April 21, 2019
Stephen F Austin Historical Site Park
FM. 1458, San Felipe, TX
Hosted by
San Felipe United Methodist Church
Rev. Joel McMahon
(in case of rain, services will be held at the historical San Felipe United
Methodist Church, corner of 1458 and 2nd Street)
“He is not here, he is risen, Just as he said...” – Matthew 28:6
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EXPLORE THE
TRUE
MEANING
OF EASTER
B
unnies and baskets, chocolates and candies. It’s that time of year
when parents scramble to ensure their children wake up to a trove
of treats, and families decide on who is serving the lamb dinner
this year.
These are some of the familiar Easter traditions, but much more is
involved with the holiday than egg hunts and brightly adorned bonnets.
For the religious, it can be important to delve into the true meanings
behind Easter and let those discoveries help shape celebrations.
Easter, above all, is a religious commemoration of the resurrection of
Jesus Christ. It is the culmination of the holy period known as Lent, and it
the most significant date on the Christian liturgical calendar.
Jesus Christ was the Son of God, who fulfilled the prophesies that he
would give his own life for his people so they could enjoy eternal life after
their own mortal bodies perished. Easter, from Jesus’ very own words,
marked a new covenant for the faithful.
According to scripture, Jesus was enjoying the Passover dinner when
he sat down with his disciples. Understanding that this would be his last
earthly meal and that someone close to him would betray him, he took
bread and gave thanks to God for it. He broke the bread and said it was his
body that should be given up so sins would be forgiven. He did a similar
gesture with wine, indicating that it was his blood that should be shed as a
sacrifice for all. Christ instructed the disciples to do the same ritual in the
future in memory of him.
Jesus was subsequently betrayed and turned over to the authorities.
He was sentenced to crucifixion and perished on the cross. His body
was cleansed and placed in a tomb sealed by a stone. His followers were
unaware of the miracle that would ensue in the days to come. On Easter
Sunday, the tomb was discovered open and empty. Jesus had risen from
the dead, providing irrefutable proof that he was the Son of God. In turn,
Jesus fulfilled all he was born to do and preached.
Easter did not always symbolize Christ’s resurrection when it was first
celebrated. It was once a pagan ritual of renewal and birth. However, when
early missionaries began spreading Christianity’s message, the holiday
— falling around the time of Christ’s actual resurrection — was adopted
to commemorate the religious miracle. Today it stands as a testament to
ultimate sacrifice and the promise of eternal life for all who believe in him.
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You are invited!
A growing church
with a rich heritage
of faith and family!
Sunday Services @ 11AM
Sunday School 10AM - Wednesday Youth & Kids Ministries @ 7PM
Small Groups throughout the week
www.fbcsealy.net I 979.885.3302 I 707 8th St., Sealy, TX 77474
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Communion?
S
WHAT IS
ome people, including young
children preparing to receive the
sacrament of Holy Communion,
may be confused by what it is all about.
Children may mistakenly think that
receiving Holy Communion is a singular
event. But First Holy Communion is
only the beginning of a potential lifelong
commitment to Jesus Christ.
WHAT IS HOLY COMMUNION?
Christians believe that Holy
Communion is the receiving of Jesus
Christ through the sacrament of the Holy
Eucharist. The Eucharist is comprised
of bread and wine, although some
denominations believe that it is not
necessary to receive the Lord’s body and
blood in each, instead feeling that Christ
is present fully in either the bread or wine.
Catholics believe that through the
process of transubstantiation the bread
and wine before the priest becomes the
body and blood of Christ. According to
catechism and the liturgy, as soon as the
Institution Narrative begins, the Lord
is present in the elements of bread and
wine.
The institution of Holy Eucharist
occurred during the Last Supper. As
stated in 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Jesus
instructed His followers to use bread and
wine to remember the sacrifice He was
going to make when He died on the cross
for people’s sins.
A CONTINUOUS ACT
While much fanfare is understandably as special as receiving it that first time in time they receive the host. Make the process
afforded to First Holy Communion, spring. more exciting for children by explaining
Christians receive the Eucharist every that Holy Communion is a party and a
day at church services all over the world. CELEBRATION NOT happy endeavor. According to the religious
Receiving communion is not a singular AN OBLIGATION resource CatholicCity, the only time people
act. People recognized that every time Although the Church advises all are obligated to receive Holy Communion is
they gathered around a table to eat and Christians to receive communion when during Easter and when in danger of death.
drink, it provided an opportunity to free from mortal sin and with the right Holy Communion is an opportunity
recognize and thank Jesus. intentions, Holy Communion should not to enter into an intimate union with Jesus
Adults can reinforce this concept to seem like an obligation. Rather, individuals Christ, who Christians believe provides
children by explaining that receiving can view it as a celebration and an holiness and grace to all who are willing
Communion each week at Mass is just opportunity to reconnect with Jesus each to receive Him.
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Church listings
BAPTIST NEW BEGINNING BAPTIST CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY
BAPTIST BELIEVERS IN CHRIST 114 South Front St., Bellville 114 Hilburn at Bell
Hwy. 6 N. Sage Lane Rev. Herbert M. Long II, Pastor Bellville, Texas 77418
Power Up 9:30 a.m. Church Service 10:30AM
A.W. Campbell, Min.
Sunday School 10:30 AM
S.S. 10 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m.
Wed. Service Noon 1st Wed. only
Wed. 7 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. (979) 865-5605
Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m.
PLEASANT HOME BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHRIST
Willow River Farms NEW PRAIRIE VIEW BAPTIST
ANDERSON STREET CHURCH OF CHRIST
4073 FM Road 3318 4303 Sealy Rd., San Felipe
803 Liveoak St. in Sealy
Brookshire, Tx 77423 Charles Tompkins, Min., 885-6830 S.S. 10 a.m.; W.S. 11:15 a.m.,
S.S.- 8am W.S.- 9am S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10:45 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m
Tuesday Bible Study 7pm Wed. 7 p.m. (979) 885-1953
979-327-3277
Marvin Morris Pastor WEST END BAPTIST SEALY CHURCH OF CHRIST
Dennis Keen, Min. 201 Sixth at Fowlkes, 885-3277
GRACE FELLOWSHIP www.westendchurch.net David Massey, Min.
Temporarily meeting at 1115 Miller Rd. S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School 9:30AM
Rev. Tony Ramos & 6 p.m. Wed. 7 p.m.
Worship Service 10:45AM
281-702-5602 or 281-702-5601 S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10:45 a.m.
W.S. 10:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST
Wed. 7 p.m. Men’s & Ladies Bible Study Tuesday 6:30PM OF LATTERDAY SAINTS
Youth Group (LIT) Wednesday 6:00PM THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST
FIRST BAPTIST BELLVILLE Adult Prayer & Bible Study Wednesday OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
504 E. E. Strauss St. 865-3644 7:00PM 600 West, 832-474-6387
S.S. 9:20 a.m.: W.S. 10:45 a.m. Bishop Bounds
& 6 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. S.S. 11:20 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m.
CATHOLIC
FIRST BAPTIST SEALY ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC
Frydek
EPISCOPAL
707 8th St., 885-3302
Thuy Quang Nguyen, Min. ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL
Robby Magee, Min. S.S. 9:45 Meyer at Sixth Street, 885-2359
a.m.: W.S. 11 a.m. Sat. Mass: 4:30 p.m.
The Rev. Eric LeBrocq, Pastoral
Wed. 7 p.m. Sun. Mass 7:30 a.m. Leader
Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
FIRST WALLIS BAPTIST IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
Hwy. 60, Wallis, 478-6595 608 5th St., 885-3868 LUTHERAN
S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10:30 a.m. Eric J. Pitre, Min. LIFEBRIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH
& 6:30 p.m., Wed. 6:30 p.m. W.S. Sat 5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. Pastor Dale Leland
Noon – Bilingual 2162 FM 2187
MACEDONIA MISSIONARY BAPTIST Fellowship at 9:15 a.m.
1807 Grubbs Rd. GUARDIAN ANGEL Worship Service at 10 a.m.
Ernest Lampkin, Min. Wallis
S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. Thuy Quang Nguyen, Min. ST. JOHN AMERICAN (ELCA) LUTHERAN
W.S. Sat. 6:30 p.m., Corner of Rogers and Third, Wallis
Pastor Karen Wilhelm
MISSION BAUTISTA HISPANA Sun. 9:30 &11 a.m.
W.S. 8:30 a.m. with communion the
1115 Maler Rd., Bellville
1st and 3rd Sun of the mont
Alex R.Garcia, Min.
S.S. 11 a.m.; W.S. 12 noon CHRISTIAN Adult Bible study is every Sunday from
10am – 10:30am
Wed. 7:30 p.m. CHRISTIAN FAITH Worship Service is 10:45am – 11:45am
620 S. Front St., Bellville,
MT. ZION BAPTIST 865-5464 ST. JOHN LUTHERAN
FM 1489 at Mixville Rd., Frydek Lynn Burling, Min. 520 North Holland St., Bellville
Edward Joiner, Min. S.S. 9:30 a.m. Rev. Andrew Bell, 865-2081
S.S. 10 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. W.S. 10:30 a.m. S.S. 9:15 a.m.; W.S. 8 &
Wed. 7 p.m. Wed. 7 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Sat. 6 p.m.
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Church listings
ST. JOHN LUTHERAN (ELCA) PRAIRIE VIEW AME OTHER
Cat Spring 4806 Fannin St., San Felipe, ALL AROUND COWBOY
Kevin Haug, Min. 885-2172 5812 Crosstree Lane
W.S. 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Alma Phillips, Min. at Hwy. 36 North
S.S. 9 a.m.; 2nd & 4th Sun. Sonny Rice, Min., 885-1155
S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. &
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, MISSOURI SYNOD 10 a.m. Wed. 2nd & 4th
5 p.m. Wed. 7 p.m.
Wallis 7:30 p.m.
Ray Spitzenberger, Min. CHRIST OUR REDEEMER
S.S. 10:15 a.m.; W.S. 9 a.m. SAN FELIPE UNITED METHODIST Faith Christian Academy,
Rev. Joel McMahon 9 mi.south of Hwy. 36
Jerry C. & Debbie McKinney, Mins.
TRINITY LUTHERAN, MISSOURI SYNOD FM 1458 & 2nd Street
W.S. 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.
4th & Atchison Sts., 885-2211 (936) 488-8633
Rev. Ken Bersche, Min. W.S. 10 a.m.
CHRISTIAN CITY FELLOWSHIP
S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. 5243 Hwy. 36 N.
ST. PAUL AME Rusty Griffi n, Min.,
979-885-3113
METHODIST 400 San Felipe Rd.
S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m., Wed.7 p.m.
COLE’S CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST Alma Phillips, Min.
S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 1st & 3rd
438 San Felipe Rd., Sealy
Sun. 11 a.m.; Wed. 6 p.m.
GRACE BIBLE
Steffon Arrington, Min., 885-3182 707 W. Main, Bellville
Second and Fourth Sunday Wayne Martin, Min.
S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. WALLIS UNITED METHODIST S.S. 9:15 a.m.; W.S. 10:30 a.m.
Wed. 7 p.m. 123 Birch
Wallis, Texas 234-2112 MILL CREEK Church
Ric Walters, Min., Pastor Monte Byrd
DOWNEY-WESLEY CHAPEL 631 S. Mechanic, Bellville
281-384-8437
UNITED METHODIST 865-8064
W.S. 10:30 a.m. www.millcreekchurch.org
5158 Front St., San Felipe
Steffon Arrington, Min., 995-0434 S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m.
S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 1st & 3rd PENTECOSTAL
Sun. 11 a.m.
MORNING STAR COWBOY
BROOKSHIRE TABERNACLE 1566 South Loop 497
UNITED PENTECOSTAL Harry Brisco, Min. 277-5988
EVANS CHAPEL 5th and Otto W.S. 10 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m.
7115 Marek Rd., Wallis Samuel T. Taylor, Min.
Revs. Grace Hall Johnson and W.S. 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. MT. NEBO COMMUNITY
T. Hordge, 532-3752 103 Main St., 885-6651
Tues. 10 a.m.; Wed. 7:30 p.m. S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.
S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m.
2nd & 4th Sun. Wed. 6:30 p.m.
NEW LIFE SANCTUARY NELSONVILLE BRETHREN CHURCH
UNITED PENTECOSTAL 352 Nelsonville Church Road in Bellville
FIRST UNITED METHODIST Rev. Michael Groseclose
129 2nd Street, Sealy
200 Atchison, Sealy (979) 865-3026
(979) 627-7194 9 a.m. Sunday School
Rev. Curtis Matthys, Min.,
(832) 876-9011 10:15 a.m. Worship Service
885-2223
S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 8 & 10 a.m. Martin Villarreal, Min.
S.S. 10:30 a.m.; THE SHEPHERD’S WAY
W.S. 11:30 a.m. 1225 Eagle Lake Rd., 885-1225
ORCHARD UNITED METHODIST End Time Ministries Irvin Baxter Frank Lucas, Min.
Rev. Bobbie Knowles, W.S. 10 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m.
DVD’s Wed. 7:30 p.m
W.S. 9 a.m.
NEW DAY DELIVERANCE CHURCH
PARKER CHAPEL PRESBYTERIAN On campus at Willow River Farms
4073 FM 3318 in San Felipe
21107 Hwy. 36 S., Wallis FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 281-770-9328
Revs. Grace Hall Johnson and 172 Selman Drive. Sunday fellowship 8-11 a.m.
T. Hordge, 532-3752 S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. Sunday service at 9:15 a.m.
W.S. 1st & 3rd Sun. 11 a.m. www.fi rstpresbyterian.org Rev. Anthony R. Dabney, Jr.
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First United
Methodist Church
Sealy
200 Atchison St. 979.885.2223 fumcsealy.org
Caring for the needs of our church
and community through prayer,
deeds, inspiration and love in the
Spirit of Christ.
Sunday Worship
8am & 10am
Adult & Children/Youth
Sunday School 9 am
First Kids Mother’s Day Out (Ages 1-3)
Eggstravaganza * VBS
Summer Day Camps * Harvest Festival
Fantasy of Lights * SERVE Day
Pastor Ed Hilliard
10 WORSHIP GUIDE APRIL 2019St. John Lutheran Church
520 N Holland St Bellville, TX 77418
phone 979-865-2081
website: www.stjohn-bellville.org
email: sjlc@stjohn-bellville.org
Rev. Andrew Bell, pastor
Worship & Communion Services:
Saturday 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School for all ages 9:15 a.m.
Learning, Living, Leading in Love
Through God’s grace!
APRIL 2019 WORSHIP GUIDE 11Christian Science Society of Bellville, Texas
Services: Sunday at 10:30 am
114 E Hilburn St / PO Box 284 , Bellville, TX 77418 / 979-865-5605
Science and Health with “The Bible has become a new
revela�on to me, and I can read
Key to the Scriptures it much more understandingly
by Mary Baker Eddy by the light received through the
reading of Science and Health.”
“He that believeth
— A reader from Fairmont, MN
on me, the works
that I do shall he do
also ... “These words
of Christ Jesus are a Mary Baker Eddy
sweet promise that
we can still expect
transformative, Mary Baker Ed-
Christian healing dy’s early life was
today. Science and Health opens up the steeped in the Bi-
Word of the Bible as a divine Science ble. Reading from
“The ques�on then as now was, of laws that bring healing, redemp�on, it was part of the
How did Jesus heal the sick?” and restora�on to individual lives and to daily rou�ne of
— Mary Baker Eddy, the wider world. It enriches faith with her New England
Science and Health a deeper understanding of God and of farming family. As
our inseparability from God’s boundless an adult, she con-
love. �nued to turn to it through personal
losses and chronic ill health. But it was
The Bible For over a century, readers have shared
her immediate recovery from a severe
how Science and Health has touched
their hearts and transformed their lives. accident through reading one of Jesus’
Reading this book has resulted in physical accounts of healing that proved pivotal
The Bible has been loved by genera�ons healing of both chronic and acute in what became a new understanding of
of readers. They have found guidance illnesses as well as a renewed sense of the Bible.
and comfort in the courage and spiritual joy and purpose. Its last one hundred She wrote, “In the year 1866, I discov-
vision of the Old Testament prophets, pages are le�ers from some of those ered the Christ Science or divine laws
the inspiring words and works of Christ readers. of Life, Truth, and Love, and named my
Jesus, and the ministry of the apostles.
discovery Chris�an Science.” Through
For those who have pondered this
con�nued study of the Bible, she came
sacred text, a yearning for a deeper Christian Science Quarterly to understand the spiritual laws under-
understanding of God grows, along with
a desire to find in God answers to the
Bible Lessons lying Jesus’ healing ministry. She devot-
ed the rest of her long career to prac-
spectrum of human needs. Weekly Bible lessons, comprised of �cing this Science, teaching others how
selec�ons from the Bible and Science to heal, and sharing her discovery with
A lifelong student of the Bible, Mary and Health, provide for daily individual the world.
Baker Eddy established Christian study and serve as the Sunday sermons
Science, a prayer-based system of for Chris�an Science church services She wrote several other books on Chris-
healing, on the spiritual laws at the worldwide. The Chris�an Science �an Science in addi�on to Science and
heart of the Scriptures. This is the Quarterly Bible Lessons Health, and established ongoing publi-
Science of Christianity anyone can are available in ca�ons, including The Chris�an Science
learn and practice. “The Bible has 10 languages Monitor. In 1879 she founded The First
been my only authority,” she wrote, in various print, Church of Christ, Scien�st in Boston,
having experienced and proved that audio, and Massachuse�s, USA, which today has
it “contains the recipe for all healing.” digital edi�ons. branches in 67 countries.
12 WORSHIP GUIDE APRIL 2019EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE
IN THE COUNTRY
April 21 @ 7 AM BY THE LAKE
BREAKFAST TO FOLLOW
BIBLE STUDY AT 9 AM –
REGULAR SERVICE AT 10 AM
FOLLOWED BY EGG HUNT - For 12 AND UNDER
ALL AROUND COWBOY CHURCH
5812 CROSSTREE LN.
(BETWEEN SEALY & BELLVILLE ON HWY.36)
SEALY, TX
979-885-1155 OR 979-885-2799
Pastors Sonny & Gloria RiceUNBREAKABLE
EASTER EGGS
E SEW SOFT EGGS
aster is one of the most important and decorate eggs for Easter to mark
days of the year for Christians. the joyous celebration and cessation of Those who are handy with a needle
Easter Sunday is filled with penance and fasting. and thread can explore patterns for
symbolism and tradition, some of which Even though these traditions have making soft, stuffed eggs. Cozy fleece
harken back to early Christianity, while endured, Easter eggs themselves might or other fabrics can be sewn together to
others trace their origins to paganism. not be so strong. This year, Easter make the general egg shape. Then the egg
The Easter Bunny and Easter eggs celebrants may want to experiment is filled with polyester filling, feathers or
are two Easter traditions with less with different materials that are more another soft material. Ribbons, buttons,
extensive histories. The Easter Bunny, forgiving and more enduring than trims, and other decorative touches can
according to sources including History. standard eggs. personalize the eggs and add a touch of
com, first arrived in America in the 1700s whimsy. Check out www.sew4home.com
via German settlers who brought with WOODEN EGGS for their ideas on handmade Easter eggs.
them their tradition of an egg-laying Families may find that wooden eggs
hare called “Osterhase.” Children would are much more forgiving than standard MODELING CLAY
make nests where the rabbit could lay eggs. Wooden eggs don’t have to be Children who love to get their hands
its colored eggs. Eventually, the custom boiled, and they don’t need time to dirty may enjoy making Easter eggs out
spread from Pennsylvania, where many harden, and they’re quite maneuverable of modeling materials. Colors can be
German immigrants settled, to other for young fingers. blended together to create a marbleized
areas around the country. Decorators can explore different effect. Depending on the clay medium,
Eggs are symbolic of new life and ways to color wooden eggs. Acrylic the eggs may air-harden or may need to
rebirth in many cultures. To Christians, paints are readily available and safe for be heated at a low temperature in the
eggs represent the resurrection of Jesus users of any age. Wood stains or wood oven to fully cure.
Christ. markers also can be used to give the Easter eggs are a fun tradition that
Another theory suggests that eggs a natural finish. Others may want adds to the festivity of spring. While
Christians were once forbidden to eat to rip small pieces of decorative paper traditional eggs can be used, many
during the Lenten season preceding to create a decoupage effect on their different, more long-lasting materials can
Easter. Therefore, Christians would paint wooden eggs. be used as well.
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brunch
You can create a crowd-
pleasing brunch with affordable,
high-quality ingredients, wine and
tablescape decor.
CROWD-PLEASING
aster is a time to celebrate
with friends and family.
SPIRAL HAM WITH RED
WINE AND CITRUS GLAZE
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10-12 minutes per pound of ham
Ham:
ham in roasting pan on rack. Pour reserved
liquid over ham and cover tightly with foil.
Bake 10-12 minutes per pound.
To make glaze: In small pan, combine
wine, orange juice, syrup, brown sugar,
Elevate your holiday brunch • 1 Appleton Farms Spiral Cut Double rosemary and salt. Heat to boil then lower to
beyond an egg casserole with a Glazed Brown Sugar Ham (about 4 pounds), rapid simmer until mixture begins to thicken
Spiral Ham with Red Wine and reserving liquid and reduce, about 10 minutes, stirring
Citrus Glaze as the centerpiece for frequently. Remove from heat and whisk in
your table. Glaze: mustard.
Find ingredients for these recipes • 1/2 cup Intermingle Red Blend wine When ham is 10 minutes from being done,
at ALDI, which offers high-quality, • 1/4 cup Nature’s Nectar orange juice remove from oven and increase temperature
fresh and affordable foods to help • 1/4 cup Specially Selected 100% Pure to 400 F. Remove foil and brush ham
you put together a vibrant spread. Maple Syrup thoroughly with glaze.
From brunch essentials and • 1/2 cup Simply Nature Organic Light Place ham back in oven, uncovered, about
beverages to fruits, veggies, snacks Brown Sugar 10 minutes, or until ham reaches internal
and more, you can make Easter pop. • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary temperature of 140 F.
Plus, there are chocolates, candy • 1 dash salt Remove ham from oven and let sit 10
and flowers to add a splash of color • 2 tablespoons Burman’s Dijon Mustard minutes. Slice and serve.
to your table or any Easter basket. — Recipe courtesy of Rebecca Gallop (@
Find additional recipes at ALDI.us. To make ham: Heat oven to 325 F. Place adailysomething) on behalf of ALDI
APRIL 2019 WORSHIP GUIDE 15Sweet EASTER TREAT
T
his Easter, satisfy guests of all ages • 3 tablespoons white nonpareil To make frosting: In large bowl, beat
with festive cupcakes modeled sprinkles butter and remaining lemon extract
after the Easter bunny. Prepare cake mix as directed until light and fluffy. Gradually add
on package, adding 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar, beating well after
BUNNY CUPCAKES lemon extract and vanilla. Spoon 3 each addition and scraping sides and
Prep time: 45 minutes tablespoons batter into 24 paper- bottom of bowl frequently. Add milk;
Cook time: 20 minutes lined muffin cups. Bake as directed on beat until light and fluffy. Remove half
Servings: 24 package for cupcakes. Cool cupcakes on the frosting and place in medium bowl.
• 1 2-layer size white cake mix wire rack. Add green food color; mix until evenly
• 1 tablespoon, plus 2 teaspoons, To make bunny feet: In medium, blended. Spoon into pastry bag fitted
McCormick Pure Lemon Extract, divided microwave-safe bowl, microwave white with grass decorating tip. Set aside.
• 1 tablespoon McCormick Pure Vanilla chocolate chips on high 30 seconds. Stir Remove half the remaining frosting
Extract until completely melted and smooth. into small bowl. Add red food color;
• 3/4 cup white chocolate chips Spoon into pastry bag or re-sealable mix until light pink. Spoon into another
• 2 sticks butter, softened plastic bag. Snip small corner from pastry bag.
• 16 ounces confectioners’ sugar bag. Pipe 24 pairs of bunny feet onto Using pink frosting, pipe three toes
• 2 tablespoons milk parchment or wax paper-lined cookie and padding on each bunny foot. Once
• 10 drops McCormick Green Food sheet. Use toothpick to smooth out frosting has set (about 1 hour) gently
Color bumps or rough edges, and gently tap press down on pink frosting to create
• 1-2 drops McCormick Red Food Color cookie sheet on counter to help settle. smoother look.
• 12 large marshmallows, halved Allow to harden 2 minutes in freezer or — Recipe courtesy of Amanda Rettke
crosswise 15 minutes in refrigerator. of “I am baker”
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