RELIGION IN BRIEF

FIRST LUTHERAN

■ The Church celebrates Easter Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with worship led by Pastor Ann Schmid.

Music will be provided from the Sanctuary Choir, the Exultation Bell Choir, guest brass musicians and guest conductor of music Basil Fett. A breakfast precedes the worship at 8 a.m.

■ “Christ is alive, and comes to bring good news to this and every age, till earth and sky and ocean ring with joy, with justice, love, and praise.” Text by Brian A. Wren.

FIRST BAPTIST

■ A sunrise service will be held at 8 a.m. followed by a continental breakfast. At 10 a.m. Easter Morning Worship will be celebrated with a message by Pastor Adam. Many additions will be enjoyed. No Sunday school or Adult Forum.

■ On Wednesday at 6 p.m. Bible study is held via ZOOM with a discussion of the book Enlighten Me by Rachel Martin.

■ On Saturday, April 6, at 9 a.m. the Ladies of First Baptist Church will meet for breakfast at Frisch’s Restaurant on East Main St.

■ First Baptist Church, 638 S. Fountain Ave., is a diverse congregation that reflects the population of Springfield. More information about the church and its activities can be seen on Facebook or at www. firstbaptistspringfield.org.

COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN

■ Services with Pastor Jody Noble are held in person and streamed live on Youtube every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for the children following the service. A child-friendly area is available in the sanctuary, and child care is available.

■ Covenant Presbyterian Church, 201 N Limestone St., is a welcoming and affirming congregation and member of PC(USA). Visit www. springfieldcovenant.org or call 937-325-2427 for more information.