Bethany signifies “Place of Tears” – the name of a small village about two miles from Jerusalem, where Jesus’ dear friends, Lazarus and his two sisters, Martha and Mary resided. It was here, at the tomb of Lazarus, where it is first recorded in the Gospel of John that “Jesus wept.” In a deep sense, our world, our nation, and all of us as partners in prayer at this time, have arrived at our “Bethany” – our “place of tears” – as we contemplate the outer appearances of death and loss. We know the Bible story of how Jesus’ visit to Bethany preceded His entry into Jerusalem, which we call “Palm Sunday.”
We want to remember together that even when all seemed lost, Lazarus – the vibrant youth that is the eternal nature of the true Self -- was restored to life and that the youth then accompanied Jesus and His other followers into the gates of the City on that happy day. We know that the story unfolds to include the Lord’s Supper, the Trial, the Crucifixion, and the Resurrection. Just as we’ve been advised that we are going through a very trying time right now, we are learning together how to come through our “Bethany” to a realization of “Hosanna!”
Come, learn and grow with us this Holy Week from a “place of tears,” to a realization of everlasting life!
Wednesday: 7:00 PM – “Spiritual Communion” – profound mystical prayer time
Friday: 7:00 - 7:30 PM – Contemplation of the 7 Last Words from the Cross (1/2 hour guided meditation)
Easter Sunday morning: 7:00 - 7:30 AM, Easter Sunrise Meditation Easter Sunday morning: 11:00 AM – “LOVE IS ALIVE!”
We're looking forward to being together! | 
