Join us for Lent
Lent begins Wednesday, February 18th and is 40-day season where we intentionally prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter Resurrection. This year, we are using Rev. Rachel Billups “An Unlikely Lent” to guide our journey.
Upcoming Lent Events
Ash Wednesday Services
Worship with us in-person and online
Ashes to Go
Wednesday, February 18 | 7:30-8:30AM | SNC Parking Lot
Drive by or walk up to receive ashes and a blessing. Questions? amy@shortnorthchurch.org
Ashes on the Oval
Wednesday, February 18 | 10AM-12PM | OSU Oval
Stop by for ashes and a moment of reflection on campus. Questions? dustin@srumc.org
Labyrinth
Wednesday, February 18 | 6:30-7:00PM & 8:00-8:30PM | SNC
Experience a time of prayerful reflection by walking the labyrinth before and after worship.
SNC Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday, February 18 | 7PM | SNC
Join us for a meaningful time of worship as we begin the Lenten season.
Lent Calendar of Events
Lenten Opportunities
Save the date for upcoming Lent events at Short North Church
“An Unlikely Lent” Bible Study
Begins week of February 15th | Multi-Campus Study
Explore the Easter story through overlooked voices with Rev. Rachel Billups, Senior Pastor at New Albany UMC. CLIICK HERE TO RSVP FOR A STUDY.
- Thursdays, February 19–March 26 | 7PM | Online (Microsoft Teams) | Led by Rev. Heather, hnordgren@shortnorthchurch.org
- Fridays, February 20-March 27 | 12PM | Online (Microsoft Teams) | Led by Terese Loudner, tloudner@north-broadway.org
- Sundays, February 22–March 29 | 11:15AM | at SNC | Led by Rev. Heather, hnordgren@shortnorthchurch.org
- Sundays, February 22-March 29 | 12PM | Corner Café | Led by Pastor Kristen Lawson, klawson@north-broadway.org
- Available starting Sunday, February 22 | Lent Devotional Packets for families to use | Questions? Anna Field, afield@shortnorthchurch.org
Love Your Neighbor YoWo™
Tuesday, March 10th | 7PM | SNC
Gentle flow of movement, breath, and prayer, reminding us of Jesus’ command to love our neighbors. Scan QR Code to RSVP.
Social Justice Team Small Group
Saturday, February 21st | 10AM | SNC Gathering Space
This small group will focus on conversation, visioning, and dreaming together about how we live out God’s call to love and justice. Questions? hnordgren@shortnorthchurch.org
Community Dinner
Wednesday, February 25th | 6-7:30PM | SNC Lower Level
Wednesday, March 25th | 6-7:30PM | SNC Lower Level
Come join us for food and fellowship as we extend the table to all. As Jesus taught by example, gathering together matters. It nourishes our bodies and feeds our souls through community. Scan the QR code to learn more about each dinner or to volunteer. Questions? hnordgren@shortnorthchurch.org
SNC Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, March 29th | After Worship | Thompson Rec Center
A free community Easter Egg Hunt event for kids 5th grade and under. Children can bring their own egg baskets; we will also provide bags. No RSVP required.
Holy Week Worship Services
Worship with us in-person and online
Sunday, March 29th | 8AM Breakfast Church at Short North Church
Sunday, March 29th | 10AM at Short North Church
Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 2nd | 7PM at North Broadway UMC (48 E. North Broadway)
Good Friday
Friday, April 3rd | 7PM at Short North Church
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 5th | 8AM Breakfast Church at Short North Church
Sunday, April 5th | 10AM at Short North Church
2026 Lent Offerings at North Broadway
North Broadway is the Parent Campus of Short North Church located at 48 E. North Broadway Columbus, Ohio 43214. CLICK HERE FOR THEIR LENT OFFERINGS.