Earlham United Methodist Church, 145 NE Sycamore Avenue, Earlham, IA (2026)

04/05/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🌅 Easter Sunday – April 5, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning—Christ is risen! The waiting is over. The cup is filled again. Like the first joyful sip of coffee after a long fast, Easter morning bursts with hope, warmth, and new life.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 28:5–6 (NRSV)
“He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said.”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

The resurrection changes everything. Grief gives way to joy. Fear gives way to hope. Easter reminds us that love has the final word, and new life begins even after the darkest days.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Death does not win
• Love rises
• Hope is alive
• Joy returns

☕ Coffee Highlight – Celebration Coffee

This is abundant coffee—hot, shared, and joyful. Brewed without restraint and poured generously, this cup celebrates resurrection life and the joy of being together again.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Bright Citrus or Floral Tea

Citrus or floral teas are refreshing and vibrant, symbolizing renewal and new beginnings. This tea reflects the lightness and joy of Easter morning.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Celebrate joyfully today
• Share hope with others
• Reach out to someone who needs good news
• Carry Easter joy into everyday life

💭 Memorable Thought

Love rose.

📊 Poll Question

Easter fills you with:
A️⃣ Joy
B️⃣ Hope
C️⃣ Gratitude
D️⃣ Renewal

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04/04/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🕯️ Holy Saturday – April 4, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today we wait. Holy Saturday lives in the quiet space between heartbreak and hope. Like coffee brewed but not yet poured, or tea still steeping, God’s work is not finished—even when nothing seems to be happening.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 27:59–60 (NRSV)
“So Joseph took the body and wrapped it in a clean linen cloth and laid it in his own new tomb.”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Holy Saturday holds stillness. The disciples wait without answers, unsure of what comes next. This day reminds us that waiting is not empty—it is faithful. God is still working beneath the surface.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Waiting is part of faith
• God works in silence
• Hope rests before it rises
• Trust grows in stillness

☕ Coffee Highlight – Gentle or Decaf Coffee

Choose a gentle cup today—decaf or evening coffee. This slower, quieter cup honors the stillness of Holy Saturday. There is no rush, no urgency—only presence and trust.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Lavender or Chamomile Tea

Lavender or chamomile tea brings calm and rest. This tea symbolizes peace in uncertainty, reminding us that waiting with God is not wasted time.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Sit quietly with unanswered questions
• Resist rushing toward Easter
• Rest your body and spirit
• Trust God in the waiting

💭 Memorable Thought

God works while we wait.

📊 Poll Question

Waiting feels most like:
A️⃣ Trust
B️⃣ Uncertainty
C️⃣ Peace
D️⃣ Growth

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04/03/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🖤 Good Friday – April 3, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today we sit with the cross. Good Friday is not rushed, explained, or softened. Like an empty cup on the table, it asks us to pause, to feel the weight of love given fully, and to remain present in silence and reverence.

📖 Scripture

John 19:30 (NRSV)
“When Jesus had received the wine, he said, ‘It is finished.’ Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Jesus’ final words are not words of defeat, but completion. Love has been poured out completely. On this day, faith does not speak loudly—it listens. Good Friday reminds us that love sometimes looks like staying, even when nothing feels hopeful yet.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Love sacrifices fully
• Silence can be faithful
• Hope rests, even when unseen
• God is present in suffering

☕ Coffee Highlight – The Empty Cup

On Good Friday, consider leaving the coffee cup empty—or skipping coffee entirely. The empty cup becomes a symbol of loss, grief, and restraint. It invites us to feel absence rather than fill it, reminding us that love was poured out completely on the cross.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Bitter or Plain Tea

A bitter or unsweetened tea honors sorrow without disguising it. This cup reflects the truth of the day: grief is real, pain is acknowledged, and love is costly. There is no need to sweeten what must be felt.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Practice intentional silence today
• Avoid unnecessary noise or distraction
• Spend a few minutes reflecting on the cross
• Let grief and gratitude coexist

💭 Memorable Thought

Love stayed.

📊 Poll Question

How do you observe Good Friday?
A️⃣ Worship
B️⃣ Silence
C️⃣ Reflection
D️⃣ Still learning

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04/02/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🍞 Maundy Thursday – April 2, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today we remember love poured out through service. Like sharing coffee or tea, love is meant to be given.

📖 Scripture

John 13:34–35 (NRSV)

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Jesus shows that love is lived through action and humility.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Love serves
• Faith is practiced
• Community matters

☕ Coffee Highlight – Shared Coffee

This is coffee poured for others—refilled without being asked. It represents love shown through service.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Herbal Community Tea

Blended teas symbolize unity—many parts forming one body.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Serve quietly
• Forgive freely
• Practice humility

💭 Memorable Thought

Love kneels before it speaks.

📊 Poll Question

How do you show love best?
A️⃣ Service
B️⃣ Words
C️⃣ Time
D️⃣ Listening

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04/01/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🌒 Holy Wednesday – April 1, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today holds tension—faithfulness and betrayal side by side. Like coffee mixed with cream or tea sweetened with honey, loyalties can blur.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 26:14–16 (NRSV)

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Judas’ story warns us that compromise often begins quietly. Lent invites honest self-examination.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Temptation is subtle
• Faithfulness requires awareness
• Grace remains present

☕ Coffee Highlight – Coffee with Cream

Cream changes coffee’s character, reminding us how easily devotion can be diluted.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Honey Tea

Honey adds warmth, symbolizing God’s grace even in difficult moments.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Reflect honestly
• Choose faithfulness
• Ask God for clarity

💭 Memorable Thought

Grace remains, even when faith wavers.

📊 Poll Question

What helps you stay faithful?
A️⃣ Prayer
B️⃣ Accountability
C️⃣ Scripture
D️⃣ Grace

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03/31/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🌱 Holy Tuesday – March 31, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Holy Tuesday is filled with teaching and listening. Like sipping coffee slowly or waiting for tea to steep, understanding grows when we take time to listen.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 21:42 (NRSV)

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Jesus speaks truth that challenges listeners. Faith deepens through humility and reflection.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Listening is part of discipleship
• Truth shapes willing hearts
• Growth requires patience

☕ Coffee Highlight – Slow-Sipped Coffee

This is coffee meant to cool slightly—inviting reflection rather than rushing. It mirrors a faith that listens deeply.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Oolong Tea

Balanced and complex, oolong tea represents thoughtful learning and reflection.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Read scripture slowly
• Listen more than you speak
• Reflect before responding

💭 Memorable Thought

Faith grows when we listen.

📊 Poll Question

How do you best learn?
A️⃣ Reading
B️⃣ Listening
C️⃣ Discussion
D️⃣ Reflection

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03/30/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

✝️ Holy Monday – March 30, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today Jesus clears the temple, reminding us that faith is not about appearance but devotion. Like cleaning a coffee pot or rinsing a teacup, Holy Monday invites us to remove what clutters our spiritual lives.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 21:12–13 (NRSV)

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Jesus disrupts what distracts from prayer. This is not anger—it is love for genuine worship.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• God desires sincerity over performance
• Clearing space is an act of faith
• Disruption can lead to renewal

☕ Coffee Highlight – Plain Black Coffee

Black coffee is honest and unadorned. It mirrors the clarity of Jesus’ actions—nothing hidden, nothing unnecessary.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Plain Black Tea

Strong and straightforward, black tea reminds us that faith does not need embellishment to be true.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Remove one distraction from your day
• Create space for prayer
• Simplify one routine

💭 Memorable Thought

Clearing space makes room for God.

📊 Poll Question

What most distracts your faith?
A️⃣ Busyness
B️⃣ Worry
C️⃣ Technology
D️⃣ Expectations

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03/29/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

Holy Week

🌿 Palm Sunday – March 29, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today begins Holy Week with palms waving and voices shouting praise. Like a fresh pot of coffee shared among a crowd, Palm Sunday feels full of energy and excitement. Yet beneath the celebration, Jesus is moving steadily toward sacrifice. Lent reminds us that faith must grow deeper than enthusiasm.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 21:8–9 (NRSV)
“Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

The crowd celebrates Jesus, but many misunderstand who he is and what he has come to do. Palm Sunday invites us to examine whether our praise is rooted in convenience or commitment.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Praise is easy when expectations are high
• Faith is tested when joy turns to challenge
• Jesus enters with humility, not force

☕ Coffee Highlight – Celebration Coffee

This is coffee brewed for a gathering—poured quickly, shared freely, and full of excitement. It reflects the crowd’s enthusiasm. Yet celebration coffee reminds us that faith must move beyond moments of excitement into lasting devotion.

🍵 Tea Highlight – Green Tea

Green tea is fresh and energizing, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. Like Palm Sunday, it carries anticipation without yet knowing what lies ahead.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Praise God today without conditions
• Reflect on why you follow Jesus
• Stay present for the full journey of Holy Week

💭 Memorable Thought

Faith that lasts goes deeper than celebration.

📊 Poll Question

What does Palm Sunday feel like to you?
A️⃣ Celebration
B️⃣ Anticipation
C️⃣ Confusion
D️⃣ Reflection

❤️ Engagement

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03/28/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

📅 Saturday, March 28, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. Today we stand at the threshold of Holy Week. Lent has asked us to slow down, let go, trust, repent, and persevere. Now we are invited to watch—to stay present with Jesus as the story turns toward love, sacrifice, and hope. Like lingering over the last warm sip, this is a moment not to rush.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 26:40–41 (NRSV)
“Then he came to the disciples and found them sleeping… ‘Keep awake and pray that you may not come into the time of trial; the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.’”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Jesus does not scold the disciples for being human—he invites them to remain attentive. Watchfulness is not about fear, but presence. Lent has trained our hearts for this moment: to stay awake to what God is doing, even when it is uncomfortable or hard to understand.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Faith sometimes means staying present, not fixing
• Watchfulness is an act of love
• Prayer keeps us grounded when strength fades
• Jesus invites us to remain with him

🎶 Song to Listen To

Stay With Me
This simple chant is a prayer of presence. Let it play quietly as you sit with your drink, allowing stillness to prepare your heart for Holy Week.

☕ Coffee Highlight

Evening Coffee (or Decaf)
A gentle cup, meant for staying present without rushing—symbolizing watchfulness without strain.

🍵 Tea Highlight

Lavender Tea
Known for calm and clarity, lavender tea invites peace and attentiveness as we prepare for the days ahead.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Set aside a few quiet minutes each day of Holy Week
• Attend or reflect on at least one Holy Week service
• Pray simply: “Jesus, help me stay present with You.”

💭 Memorable Thought

Love stays awake.

📊 Poll Question

How do you plan to engage with Holy Week?
A️⃣ Worship services
B️⃣ Personal prayer and reflection
C️⃣ Scripture reading
D️⃣ Still deciding

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03/25/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

📅 Wednesday, March 25, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. As Lent nears its end, the invitation shifts once more—from perseverance to surrender. We are not asked to arrive at Holy Week polished or complete, but open. Like setting down an empty cup after the last sip, this moment asks us to release control and trust that God will fill what we cannot.

📖 Scripture

Philippians 2:5–8 (NRSV)
“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus… he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death—even death on a cross.”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Paul reminds us that Jesus’ journey toward the cross was marked by humility and obedience. Jesus did not cling to power or comfort; he chose love through surrender. Lent prepares us to walk this path—not by understanding it fully, but by following faithfully.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Surrender is an act of trust, not defeat
• Humility opens space for God’s work
• Jesus shows us how to let go with love
• The cross comes before the resurrection

🎶 Song to Listen To

Take My Life, and Let It Be
This hymn offers a prayer of surrender. Let it play softly as you sit with your cup, offering God what you’ve been holding too tightly.

☕ Coffee Highlight

Plain Black Coffee
Unadorned and honest, black coffee mirrors the simplicity of surrender—nothing added, nothing hidden.

🍵 Tea Highlight

White Tea
Delicate and subtle, white tea reminds us that humility is often quiet, not showy.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Name one thing you need to release into God’s care
• Practice saying: “Not my will, but Yours.”
• Simplify one part of your day to create space for prayer

💭 Memorable Thought

Surrender makes room for resurrection.

📊 Poll Question

What feels hardest to surrender to God?
A️⃣ Control
B️⃣ Fear
C️⃣ Expectations
D️⃣ Timing

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03/21/2026

Brewed For The Soul: A Lenten Coffee and Tea Scripture Journey

Brewed for the Soul — Steeping faith slowly through Scripture, reflection, and the quiet rituals of coffee and tea

📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026

☀️ Good Morning

Good morning. As we near the end of Lent, it’s natural to feel tired—spiritually, emotionally, even physically. The journey has required reflection, honesty, and patience. Like finishing the last cup in the pot or savoring the final steep of tea, this moment invites us not to rush ahead, but to stay present and grateful for how far God has carried us.

📖 Scripture

Galatians 6:9 (NRSV)
“So let us not grow weary in doing what is right, for we will reap at harvest time, if we do not give up.”

🔍 Understanding the Scripture

Paul acknowledges weariness—not as failure, but as part of faithful living. Perseverance is not flashy or loud; it’s steady obedience when enthusiasm fades. Lent teaches us that faithfulness matters even when progress feels slow or unseen.

⭐ Key Takeaways

• Weariness does not disqualify faithfulness
• God honors steady obedience
• Gratitude sustains perseverance
• The harvest comes in God’s timing

🎶 Song to Listen To

I Need Thee Every Hour
This hymn reminds us that dependence on God isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. Let it play quietly as you reflect on where God has strengthened you during Lent.

☕ Coffee Highlight

Last Cup of the Pot
That final cup may not be the hottest, but it’s often the most appreciated—symbolizing endurance and gratitude for what remains.

🍵 Tea Highlight

Oolong Tea
Oolong tea sits between green and black tea—balanced and steady. A reminder that perseverance lives in the middle spaces, not just beginnings or endings.

👣 Real-Life Take Action Ideas

• Name one way you’ve grown during Lent—even if it feels small
• Thank God for the strength to keep going
• Encourage someone else who feels weary this week

💭 Memorable Thought

Faithfulness is choosing to keep going, even when the journey feels long.

📊 Poll Question

What helps you persevere when you feel weary?
A️⃣ Prayer
B️⃣ Encouragement from others
C️⃣ Rest
D️⃣ Remembering God’s promises

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