Conversations heard by the Cross WK2

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 second in the series was presented Wed. Mar. 3 with Rev. Dennis Gilbert from Giard Center of Living Faith Methodist Parish as the service leader and Margaret Schultz as the narrator. The conversation this night was between Barabbas (Bob Meyer) and Caiaphas (Ray Powers) with intercessions by the maid (Kate Trudo). The organist was Dorothy Peterson.
In this conversation Barabbas requested to talk to Caiaphas about what had just happened. He wanted to thank Caiaphas for his release, however, he was confused and wondered why he had been released and another (Jesus) had been put to death instead. After all, Barabbas was a convicted thief and murderer. He wondered what Jesus had done to deserve to be crucified. Caiaphus told him that it was a political cleansing and to just be happy, enjoy his newfound freedom and to live a better life.
Thank you to the people of First Lutheran Church, Swede Ridge, for providing the delicious food and to the people of the Giard Church for the program.
The next programs will be held on Mar. 10, 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.