Conversations heard by the Cross WK3

Conversations heard by the cross is a series of special Lenten services written by Arden W. Mead. This ecumenical series is being presented by local churches each in turn at First Congregational Church in McGregor. A meal is served at 5:00pm in the church basement and the program is presented in the church sanctuary at 6:00pm. The church is located at 429 Main St., in McGregor.
The third in the series was presented Wednesday March 10 by members of First Congregational Church, with Rev. William Gentry II as the service leader and Dorothy Peterson as the organist. The conversation was between Pilate (Ryan Rippentrop) and his wife Procula (Gayette Grimm) with intercession by the messenger (Jacki Sloan). Procula is extremely upset that Pilate did not prevent the crucifixion of Jesus. She protested the death of a religious holy man that could have been prevented. Pilate felt he had no choice because of the attitude of the mob of Jews, who were demanding he be crucified for blasphemy and stirring up people against the Roman government. Pilate thought it would be detrimental to his job and maybe his life if he had refused to have Jesus crucified. Another interesting and thought provoking presentation.
Thank you to the people of Living Faith Methodist Parish, Giard Center, for providing the delicious food and to the cast from our own church, First Congregational Church, UCC, for the program.
The next program will be held on Mar. 17, and the last on Mar. 24. Come join us for these performances and enjoy a delicious meal to dedicate the Lenten season. We would be privileged to have you as our guest.
May GOD who has called us forth from the dust of the earth and claimed us for CHRIST in the waters of Baptism, strengthen you on this journey to new life. Almighty GOD, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever. Amen.