"Entering the Passion of Jesus"
PICTURING OURSELVES IN THE STORY
Lent Worship Series
Inspired by New Testament scholar Amy-Jill Levine's book, Entering the Passion of Jesus, this worship series moves through the last week of Jesus' life over the course of 6 weeks, "freeze-framing" various parts of the Holy Week story so we can dive deep into the narrative–one that has as much relevance for our time and our lives as it did for the disciples who witnessed it first-hand. Every week a work of art from the Vanderbilt School of Theology's digital collection will inspire us to consider what it might have been like to be there. Getting people to Holy Week services can be difficult. This series will help your congregation be touched by the power of love, grace, forgiveness, and heartache that is part of Jesus' story, and ours.
"Entering the Passion of Jesus"
PICTURING OURSELVES IN THE STORY
Lent Worship Series
Inspired by New Testament scholar Amy-Jill Levine's book, Entering the Passion of Jesus, this worship series moves through the last week of Jesus' life over the course of 6 weeks, "freeze-framing" various parts of the Holy Week story so we can dive deep into the narrative–one that has as much relevance for our time and our lives as it did for the disciples who witnessed it first-hand. Every week a work of art from the Vanderbilt School of Theology's digital collection will inspire us to consider what it might have been like to be there. Getting people to Holy Week services can be difficult. This series will help your congregation be touched by the power of love, grace, forgiveness, and heartache that is part of Jesus' story, and ours.
Worship Series Synopsis
The events of Christ’s Passion, which take place during the last week of Jesus’ life, often don’t receive enough time in our worship and study. These stories are important to our faith journey and our identity as followers of Jesus. And yet we often move too quickly from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday with little time to take in the dramatic story of that last week. Throughout the six weeks of Lent we will “freeze-frame” moments in Holy Week so we might put ourselves in the picture, thereby “Entering the Passion of Jesus.” How might taking a closer look at the ancient story open us to deeper conviction for our role in its ongoing message?
Materials Included in the Series
Full scripts for Ash Wednesday, Lent 1-6, a "First Dinner" experience and a "Last Supper" ritual
Scripts for Children's Time by Guest Expert on Children and Worship, Mark Burrows
Original theme song music by Chuck Bell and Dr. Marcia McFee, plus bonus prayer song by Rev. Marsha Moors-Charles
Tons of suggestions and resources for bringing the series to life through visual, media, dramatic and music arts
Sermon Fodder
Small group study suggestions and individual reflection pages based on the books study by theologian Amy-Jill Levine
Series logo and trailer
Worship Series Synopsis
The events of Christ’s Passion, which take place during the last week of Jesus’ life, often don’t receive enough time in our worship and study. These stories are important to our faith journey and our identity as followers of Jesus. And yet we often move too quickly from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday with little time to take in the dramatic story of that last week. Throughout the six weeks of Lent we will “freeze-frame” moments in Holy Week so we might put ourselves in the picture, thereby “Entering the Passion of Jesus.” How might taking a closer look at the ancient story open us to deeper conviction for our role in its ongoing message?
Materials Included in the Series
• Full scripts for Ash Wednesday, Lent 1-6, a "First Dinner" experience and a "Last Supper" ritual
• Scripts for Children's Time by Guest Expert on Children and Worship, Mark Burrows
• Original theme song music by Chuck Bell and Dr. Marcia McFee, plus bonus prayer song by Rev. Marsha Moors-Charles
• Tons of suggestions and resources for bringing the series to life through visual, media, dramatic and music arts
• Sermon Fodder
• Small group study suggestions and individual reflection pages based on the books study by theologian Amy-Jill Levine
• Series logo and trailer
Free Get-Ready Webinar
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As I worked with the book that was the inspiration for this series (Amy-Jill Levine’s Entering the Passion of Jesus: A Beginners Guide to Holy Week), I was struck with how this Jewish New Testament scholar was helping us dive more deeply into each scene, "framing" the moment with the historical and cultural context.
The artwork on the cover of the book inspired me to create a way to incorporate the amazing collection of artwork at the Vanderbilt Lectionary website, which I have enjoyed for many years (special thanks to Anne Richardson, Special Projects Librarian at the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, for her assistance). I was also aware that they had recently added more contemporary works of art (aided by my friend, Dr. Kathy Black) by artists from a diversity of ethnic backgrounds.
I am excited to introduce you to the collection if you do not already know about it. Throughout the season, we will "frame" our own current events and stories so that we might dedicate ourselves again to our work as disciples of Jesus. My prayer is that you and your congregation will learn much from Levine’s resource as well as from your own experience of reframing life along the lines of the Divine Artist.
Peace & Passion,
Dr. Marcia McFee
Series Inspiration
As I worked with the book that was the inspiration for this series (Amy-Jill Levine’s Entering the Passion of Jesus: A Beginners Guide to Holy Week), I was struck with how this Jewish New Testament scholar was helping us dive more deeply into each scene, "framing" the moment with the historical and cultural context.
The artwork on the cover of the book inspired me to create a way to incorporate the amazing collection of artwork at the Vanderbilt Lectionary website, which I have enjoyed for many years (special thanks to Anne Richardson, Special Projects Librarian at the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, for her assistance). I was also aware that they had recently added more contemporary works of art (aided by my friend, Dr. Kathy Black) by artists from a diversity of ethnic backgrounds.
I am excited to introduce you to the collection if you do not already know about it. Throughout the season, we will "frame" our own current events and stories so that we might dedicate ourselves again to our work as disciples of Jesus. My prayer is that you and your congregation will learn much from Levine’s resource as well as from your own experience of reframing life along the lines of the Divine Artist.
Peace & Passion,
Dr. Marcia McFee
Who is Dr. Marcia McFee?
This worship series was created by Dr. Marcia McFee. For the past 20 years Marcia has been known for creating deeply meaningful and memorable worship. In her Worship Design Studio (WDS) online coaching website, subscribers have access to 12+ years of worship series with ideas for every type of Sunday, designed specifically for mainline Protestant churches with a variety of worship styles.
These fully-scripted worship series have become the "go-to" for churches across the country. They come complete with prayers, litanies, communion liturgy, familiar hymns, and song suggestions (with alternatives for various styles of worship), original music, leader transitions completely written out, and ideas for visual and media elements–all adaptable for your context.
Click the button below to check out. If you would like to become an all-access yearly subscriber, there will be a chance to upgrade, giving you access to all our resources, all year long (including next Lent)!
***After purchasing, you will immediately get an e-mail receipt and "thank you for purchasing" e-mail with a VERY important link that you MUST click to get access to the materials on the WDS website. If you do not see that e-mail, PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK OR SPAM FOLDERS (and if you don't see it there, contact us at [email protected]).***
If this theme isn't speaking to you, peruse our complete list of ready-made, fully-scripted Lent series at worshipdesignstudio.com/lent. Get access to ALL our fully-scripted series by becoming a full-year Worship Design Studio Subscriber!
Who is Dr. Marcia McFee?
This worship series was created by Dr. Marcia McFee. For the past 20 years Marcia has been known for creating deeply meaningful and memorable worship. In her Worship Design Studio (WDS) online coaching website, subscribers have access to 12+ years of worship series with ideas for every type of Sunday, designed specifically for mainline Protestant churches with a variety of worship styles.
These fully-scripted worship series have become the "go-to" for churches across the country. They come complete with prayers, litanies, communion liturgy, familiar hymns, and song suggestions (with alternatives for various styles of worship), original music, leader transitions completely written out, and ideas for visual and media elements–all adaptable for your context.
Click the button below to check out. If you would like to become an all-access yearly subscriber, there will be a chance to upgrade, giving you access to all our resources, all year long (including next Lent)!
***After purchasing, you will immediately get an e-mail receipt and "thank you for purchasing" e-mail with a VERY important link that you MUST click to get access to the materials on the WDS website. If you do not see that e-mail, PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK OR SPAM FOLDERS (and if you don't see it there, contact us at [email protected]).***
If this theme isn't speaking to you, peruse our complete list of ready-made, fully-scripted Lent series at worshipdesignstudio.com/lent. Get access to ALL our fully-scripted series by becoming a full-year Worship Design Studio Subscriber!
