Two Rivers Church

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  • Holy Week at TRUMC

    Holy Week at TRUMC

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    Thursday, Friday, and Sunday March 24, 25, and 27 form the holiest three days of the Christian year. Known sometimes as Holy Week, these three days are a chance to remember Jesus’ final acts of life, service, sacrifice, and resurrection.

    While the powers of the world wanted to crush the dreams and visions of God, Jesus revealed to us the path of love, forgiveness, and grace. The dreams and visions of God could not be erased with a Cross.

    Maundy Thursday 6:30 – This strange word means “Commandment.” On this day we remember Jesus command to his disciples to love like he loved. We remember Jesus enacting what we now call Communion. We break the bread and share the cup to re-member Jesus.

    Good Friday 3-6 p.m. It is on this Friday that Jesus was crucified. People are invited to come any time between 3 and 6 p.m. to participate in a self-guided tour. Right inside the front door, a booklet will be available for people to pick up. They will then be guided in readings and prayers as they walk along the Stations of the Gospel, remembering Jesus life, teaching, and death.

    Easter Sunday. In the South Parking lot we will gather to meet the Risen Christ under the rising sun. It was at dawn that the women found the empty tomb and first encountered Jesus resurrected. After this service, we will share a breakfast inside with pancakes and sausage. Kids will enjoy a fun Easter egg hunt at 9 a.m. before starting a glorious Easter celebration. A brass combo will be a part of the celebration.

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  • Youth Retreat at Camp Milan

    Youth Retreat at Camp Milan

    20-Hour YAROn April 22-23, Camp Milan Retreat Center will host the 2nd 20-Hour YAR (Youth Annual Retreat). This event is sponsored by the Illinois Great Rivers Conference Camping Ministries. All youth in grades 7-12 are invited to this 20-hour retreat.

    The event will feature speaker Rev. Sarah Renfro and music by My Anchor Holds. For more information, and for registration, go to the IGRC Website.

     

     

     

  • Lenten Series

    Lenten Series

    Dreams & VisionsOne of the most powerful ways that God communicates to humanity is through dreams and visions. In Lent, we will examine different dreams and vision that God has revealed to the people.

    Feb 14; Vision of Dry Bones, Ezekiel 37:1-9

    Feb 21; God’s Perspective, Genesis 16:6-13

    Feb 28; Vision of Victory, Exodus 15:19-21

    Mar 6; Dreams of a Generation, Genesis 48:1-11

    Mar 13; Dreams and Nightmares, Daniel 7:1-7

    Mar 20; Palm Sunday, Dream of a Father, Luke 1:8-20

    Mar 27; Easter, Vision of New Life, Luke 24:1-2, 13-23

     

     

  • Corey Kilgannon Concert Feb 12

    Corey Kilgannon Concert Feb 12

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    Corey Kilgannon, a singer and songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee, will give a free concert in the sanctuary of Two Rivers United Methodist Church on Friday, February 12 at 7 p.m.

    Kilgannon released a set with Daytrotter in July 2015. Daytrotter, formerly in Rock Island, is a popular recording studio, working with up and coming talents and music legends. After hearing one of his songs on Daytrotter, Pastor Robb commented to Corey through twitter. The two connected there, and the idea of a concert was born.

    Corey is a part of a growing independent American folk scene. His music, though not explicitly Christian, deals with spiritual elements such as love, loss, faith, and doubt. The stripped-down set will be just him and an acoustic guitar. This is a great chance to meet a rising artist in an intimate setting.

     

  • Lenten Concert Series

    Lenten Concert Series

    Noon Concert Series

    The Silver Season of the Lenten Concert Series is one to remember. Featuring a wide variety of music, these concerts are free to the public. Every Wednesday at noon in Lent, there will be a wonderful display of music and Spirit.

    February 17 – Richard Bruxvoort Colligan. Richard appeared at the 2015 Lion and Lamb Festival, and is a regular on Pastor Robb’s Pulpit Fiction Podcast. He is an independent folk singer from Strawberry Point, Iowa who has a deep love for the Psalms.

    February 24 – Edgar Crockett and David Holcomb. This jazz duo is well known in the Quad Cities, and are regular guests at Two Rivers Church. They will also be a part of our worship on Sunday, February 7.

    March 2 – The River Music Experience featuring Ellis Kell and Bret Dale. With Ellis and Bret on guitar, RME Ambassadors Nick Vasquez on keyboards, and Terry Hanson on drums, this promises to be an exiciting concert. Their set of American roots music will get everyone involved, toe-tapping, and singing along.

    March 9 – The Rock Island High School Chamber Singers. Directed by Scott Voight, these young people are a vocal performance group in high demand. They perform a wide variety of choral literature.

    March 16 – Theresa Yarger and Ryan Van Wassenhove. Theresa is the organist at First United Methodist Church in Kewanee. Ryan is her student.

    March 23 – Marc Zyle and Benjamin Loeb. Marc is the primary French Horn for the Quad City Symphony Orchestra. Benjamen is a renowned pianist and the Executive Director of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra.

     

  • Mardi Gras Sunday

    Mardi Gras Sunday

    Mardi Gras Sunday FBSunday, February 7 will be a special time of worship and celebration. Edgar Crockett and his jazz combo will join us for worship on the last Sunday before Lent. Dr. Crockett is a renowned jazz trumpeter, and he is bringing his friends.

    They will lead all of the music, including the worship songs. So bring your beads, your dancing shoes, and be ready for a joyful morning.