February 18, Ash Wednesday
This holy day reminds us of our mortality and need for God.
“Ashes to Go” – February 18 at 7-8 a.m., Drive through the Crossroads Circle on  where a pastor will pray and impose ashes on your forehead. Join us for a bilingual service of repentance and renewal in the sanctuary at 7 p.m., held jointly with Fiesta Cristiana. Nursery is available.

March 29, Palm Sunday
In our 8:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Traditional services, the Chancel Choir and Chamber Orchestra will present “Once Upon a Tree”, a cantata by Pepper Choplin. This moving work uses music and narrations to explore Jesus’ ministry as a royal servant, rejected friend, and the risen Christ. Children are invited to join the palm branch processional at the beginning of the 9:35 and 11:00 services. Nursery is available.

April 2, Maundy Thursday
Join us on Thursday, April 2 at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for a Maundy Thursday sensory worship service. Together we will remember Jesus’ last supper with his disciples and his command to love one another, entering the story through Scripture, prayer, smell, taste, and music. We will share Holy Communion, reflect on the Passover meal, and remember Jesus’ love and humility. Near the close of the service, we will move to the Prayer Labyrinth, recalling his walk to the Garden of Gethsemane, where we will end with a blessing. Nursery is available.

April 3, Good Friday 
Join us at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary for a service remembering the seven last words spoken by Jesus Christ before his death. This service features Scripture readings, poignant meditations, extinguishing of candles, and music led by organ and the Chancel Choir. Nursery is available. This service will be live streamed on our YouTube Channel.

April 5, Easter Sunday
Join us to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ! A sunrise service in the Memorial Garden will begin at 6:30 a.m. We will gather for traditional services in the sanctuary at 8:15, 9:35, and 11 a.m. We will gather for contemporary services in the Christian Life Center at 9:35 and 11 a.m.  Nursery is available at 9:35 & 11 a.m. The 9:35 a.m.contemporary  & 11 a.m. traditional service will be live streamed on our YouTube Channel.

*Easter Sunday Greeters Needed!
Greeters are needed on Easter Sunday to welcome all at Apex UMC. Please sign up for one of the slots for Sunday, April 5 here.

G.I.F.T. GROUPS
GIFT is an acronym for Growing in Faith Together, and that is the best way to describe GIFT Groups. These small groups are designed to be the best part of a person’s week! If you join a GIFT Group, you will discover a welcoming community that will: 1) encourage you to grow deeper in your faith and relationship with Jesus by reflecting on the previous Sunday’s Scripture and by praying together, 2) help you foster meaningful relationships with other participants in the group, and 3) inspire you to carry the love of Christ into the world. Lent GIFT groups beginning the week of February 22. Don’t forget to register for childcare if needed. We look forward to growing  together with you! Register HERE via Church Center, the QR code on flyers around campus, or call the church office (919-362-7807). Questions? Call Ellen Rose at 919-608-2821 or email ellen.rose@apexumc.org.

An Unlikely Lent by Rachel Billups
This 6 week study invites us into Lent by shifting our gaze from the spotlight to the margins, exploring the Easter story through the lives of unexpected and often overlooked people such as the servant girl who challenged Peter, Simon of Cyrene, Barabbas and more. Several of our Sunday School classes and small groups invite you to join them in this study.

SALT | Sundays at 9:35 am | Discipleship Center (DC) #409

Connected | Sundays at 9:35 am | Christian Life Center (CLC) #217

Feasting on the Word | Sundays at 9:35 am | Parlor

LIFT | Mondays at 7 pm | Crossroads (Begins on Feb 23)

Next Chapters | Tuesdays at 6 pm | CLC 217 (Begins on Feb 17)

Sunday School Classes Beginning Lenten Studies
The Shepherd’s Journey Sunday School class invites you to join them on Sundays beginning on February 22 from 9:35 a.m. for Kyle Idelman’s The Easter Experience. Join together as we go through the passion and resurrection of Jesus to life through dramatic storytelling and challenging teaching done in a highly cinematic style.

Why Did Jesus Have to Die? by Adam Hamilton
Sundays, February 22 – March 29 from 5 – 6 p.m., in DC 407
Join Pastor Daeho in this Lenten study by Adam Hamilton as we reflect on the meaning of the cross at the heart of Christian faith. The New Testament offers many images for the crucifixion, yet rarely explains exactly how or why Jesus’ death saves, leaving us with a holy mystery. What if the cross is not a problem to solve, but a living Word from God meant to transform who we are and how we live each day? Together we will listen, reflect, and explore how the cross speaks to our lives now. Register on Church Center.

US Presidents of the Past and their Faith, and Billy Graham
Sundays, April 12-May 3, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Choir Room (next to the Sanctuary)
Join us for a four-week class discussion class in the spring on the religion of past presidents on Sundays, April 12 to May 3 from 7 – 8 p.m. We will study the faith of a number of past presidents including Thomas Jefferson Abraham Lincoln, and Jimmy Carter. We will also look at Billy Graham, who personally knew eleven presidents. Each of those presidents held dramatically different religious views, including Billy’s relation to them. Register on Church Center.

Wonderful Wednesday Dinners
Dinners return on February 4! Ruckus will be catering all of our Wonderful Wednesday meals for this series.
The menu plan is as follows, though may be subject to change. Gluten-friendly and vegetarian options will be available for every meal.  Please indicate dietary needs as part of the registration process.

• Feb. 4 – Pasta Bar
• Feb. 11 – Pot Roast with Veggies
• Feb. 25 – Boxed Wraps/Subs in Crossroads Lobby
• March 4 – Chicken and Dumplings
• March 11 – Taco/Nacho Bar
• March 18 – Hibachi
• March 25 – Fried Chicken

Dinner is from 6-7 pm each night in the CLC Gym. Register week to week for $12 per adult, $6 per child (12 and under), $36 cap for families. Weekly registration will be open Thursday-Sunday before each Wednesday’s meal. Registration for each dinner is available on Church Center.

Annual Pancake Supper
Join the United Methodist Men on February 18 from 5-7 p.m. in the CLC gym for our Annual Pancake Supper before the Ash Wednesday service. UMM will be preparing pancakes, apples, sausage and potatoes. $12 for adults, $6 for kids, $32 cap for families. All receipts go to the pastor’s discretionary fund, used to respond to emergencies and special needs. Register on Church Center.

Light of the World Movie Event

Join us for a church wide movie event for all ages on March 14 in the CLC Gym. Doors open at 3 p.m. and the movie starts at 3:30 p.m. Witness the life and resurrection of Jesus through the eyes of young teenage John. Freshly popped popcorn and water will be provided. The ticket price is $5 for adults and free for ages 18 and under. Please use this purchase link to buy your tickets by March 10. Nursery is available with advance registration at this link. For questions, contact Pastor Daeho or Ellen Griffin.

Easter Lilies:

Order a lily to be displayed in our worship spaces on Easter Sunday, April 5, in honor or in memory of loved ones. Lilies are $20 per dedication and can be ordered on Church Center The deadline to place an order is 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 29.