First Mennonite announces Holy Week services

Special services are announced by First Mennonite Church, Bluffton, for Holy Week, according to Steve Yoder, pastor.

A 7 p.m. Maundy Thursday service will take place in Fellowship Hall. Baptismal candidates will share their faith stories. Communion will follow. An offering will be received for the Deacons' Benevolent Fund.

An Easter sunrise service is at 7 a.m. at the east end of the Buckeye Park. Persons should bring their own lawn chairs. Parking will be available in the swimming pool parking lot. Singing, scripture and drama will be part of the service.

On Easter morning, in place of Sunday school, will be a brunch at 9:15 a.m. and a worship service at 10:30 a.m.