Relent (verb): 
1. to soften in feeling, temper, or determination; to become more compassionate, forgiving
2. to become less severe; slacken syn.: abate, yield, relinquish, forbear, soften in temperament
syn.: abate, yield, relinquish, forbear, soften in temperament
The impact of the pandemic hit us in Lent of 2020. Maybe we feel like we never left the Lenten season, living with the weight of our collective sacrifice and awareness of life's fragility. In a world that is relentless, let us reLent.
Online Worship at 11:00am each Sunday on YouTube. Visit our online worship page for more details.
​For information on previous events during lent, scroll to the bottom of this page.

EASTER DAY!

April 4
Join us for worship on the lawn!
Sign up for any of four worship services planned for Easter Day​
  • 8:00am
  • 9:00am
  • 10:00am
  • 11:00am
Every person will need to check in before the service begins for a health screening.  Remember the 3 W’s: wash your hands, wear a mask, and wait 6 feet until the next person. 

Bring your flowers to add to the cross on Easter morning!
Easter Flowers and Butterflies
Order your Easter flowers, or sponsor a butterfly for the butterfly releases this year by completing the order forms below and returning them to the church office by March 19. 

Flowers will be displayed on Easter Day and can be taken home after the service you attend. Butterflies will be released following the 9:00, 10:00, and 11:00 services.

Previously in Lent

Ash Wednesday

February 17
Worship on Ash Wednesday
Online worship service available beginning at 8:00am on YouTube. You can watch it any time.
Imposition of Ashes
Drive through the porte cochere on Fisher Street between 2:00 and 6:00pm to receive ashes.

Sundays of Lent

February 21, February 18, March 7, March 14, March 21

A Hymn for the Season

His Mercy is More by Sovereign Grace Music

Listen for this hymn to be used in a variety of ways during worship throughout Lent.

Words & Music: Matt Boswell & Matt Papa
© 2016 Getty Music Hymns and Songs
February 21
A Cappella Sunday
​​To mark our entrance into this austere and penitential season, we will be joining other congregations around the country who are committing to singing a cappella (without accompaniment) in their Sunday morning worship. We hope you will join us in raising our voices in song as we gather virtually to sing some familiar Lenten hymns, and also learn a modern hymn “His Mercy is More,” which we will introduce on Ash Wednesday and will continue to sing throughout the entire season of Lent. 
March 14
UMCOR Sunday
The United Methodist Committee on Relief, or UMCOR, ​is the global humanitarian aid and development organization of the United Methodist Church. One of the blessings of being part of a connectional church is the ability to work together to support the amazing work organizations like UMCOR carry out year round. A special offering is collected on UMCOR Sunday each year for the purpose of funding the operational expenses so that one hundred percent of the money gifted to any UMCOR project will go directly to meeting the needs of people - alleviating human suffering around the world. 
Click here for more information about UMCOR Sunday
​Click here to visit the UMCOR home page
Youth Band
Our youth band will be leading the congregation in worship on March 14.

Lent at Home

A Guide for Families
The season of Lent is a poignant time in the church year. To help our families participate from their homes, we have created this book of devotions and activities to bring this holy season to life. 
The guide includes:
  • Reflections on traditions we observe during Lent, and the high holy days of the season
  • Activities to engage children and youth in prayer
  • The Story Bible readings for the week
  • Printed materials for the activities, and lists of materials needed of each activity
March 9
Pretzel Making: A Zoom Cooking Class

​​Pretzels have a long history as a popular food for people to make and eat during Lent. Make your own by following this recipe!

Stations of the Cross

Stations will be set up in the narthex during Holy Week. Pick up a Station Guide from the basket, and visit each station at your own pace. What is Stations of the Cross? Watch the 2 minute intro video below to find out!

Audio Guide

Press play to begin, pause this guide in between stations to give yourself more time for reflection.

Holy Week

March 28 - April 3
March 28
Palm Sunday
​Online worship service available at 11:00am on YouTube. The Children's Choir will be leading in worship on this day. If you have a child interested in singing, email josh@fumcsalisbury.org
April 1
Maundy Thursday
Outdoor vespers service is planned for Maundy Thursday. Use the link below to sign up to attend. 
April 2
Good Friday
Online worship service available at noon on YouTube.