Prep Time

Lent a season of preparation for the joy of Easter. This year, we’re journeying through Lent with a series called Prep Time: 40 Days Through the Gospel of Mark.

Think of it this way. When you host a meal, you don’t just show up and serve it—you spend time preparing for your guests. You clean the house, prep the food, set the table, maybe even iron the cloth napkins! You prepare, you plan, you anticipate. Long before anyone sits down, hard work and careful attention have already been given.

Of course, you don't have to do all that work. A quick, microwaved burrito fills our stomach just the same. But the meals we remember are intentionally prepared.

Lent invites us into that same kind of intentionality. We prepare not because we have to, but because it betters the celebration. The more space we make during Lent, the fuller and more abundant the joy of Easter becomes.

Below, you find events and services we'll be celebrating during this season!

New to Revive? Learn a little more about us here! We look forward to meeting you!

UPCOMING EVENTS 

Good Friday

Date:
Campus: McKinley

Easter Sunday

Date:
Campus: McKinley,  Bayview Chapel,  South Creek,  Springville Crossing,  East Aurora

Baptisms

Date:
Campus: McKinley,  Bayview Chapel,  South Creek,  Springville Crossing,  East Aurora

PREP TIME RESOURCES

In the 40 days of Lent, we take up sacred practices that reveal our sin, renew our need for Jesus, and ready our hearts for resurrection hope. Like preparing for a meal, these practices awaken our hunger, teach us to wait, and make space at the table—not to fill ourselves, but to receive what Christ alone can give.

Each week in service, we'll focus on a different faith practice that brings us closer in communion with God. But faith isn't just a Sunday thing. Here are some tools to help you stay engaged with and practice living out the Gospel:

Prep Time Reading Plan (PDF)

A Beginner's Guide to Fasting for Lent (PDF)

 

 

Invite Someone to Easter!

Easter is the time of year—more than any—where most people are considering attending church. One simple invitation might earn you a yes!
Start praying now about who God would have you invite to experience the Good News. To make it easier, we made some graphics for you to download and post on your social media feeds to invite friends and family to services! Check out how to download and share online and find some caption ideas below.
Tip: Not on social media? No worries! You can use these graphics to text/email people in your life and personally invite them to service. 

EASTER INVITE GRAPHICS (SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS)

Use these images to make posts on your Facebook, Instagram, X, or other social media feeds!

Photos

EASTER INVITE GRAPHICS (SOCIAL MEDIA STORY POSTS)

Use these images to post on your Facebook or Instagram stories!

Photos

HOW TO DOWNLOAD:

On Desktop...

  1. Click on the image(s) you'd like to download and share.
  2. Right-click on the image and select "Save image to download" or "Save Image As..." to select a folder on your computer where you want to save the image.
  3. Click "Save" to download the image.

On Mobile...

  1. Choose the image(s) you'd like to download and share.
  2. Press and hold the image and select "Save to Photos" or a similar option.

HOW TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA:

  1. Go to the social media platform where you want to share the image (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, X, etc.).
  2. Start a new post or upload a new photo. Select the image(s) from your computer or phone and upload it to the platform.
  3. Write a caption inviting people to service (we have some ideas for you below!) and click "Post" or "Share".

CAPTION IDEAS:

Stuck on what to say? 🤔 Here are some caption or text ideas to get you started! Feel free to personalize them – you can include which campus/service you're going to, what Easter means to you, invite people to message you for more details, etc. Don't forget to tag @revivewesleyan!

Good Friday (April 3 | 5:30 & 7:00 pm at the McKinley Campus)

  • Good Friday helps me remember just how deep God’s love runs. If you’re craving some space to reflect, I’ll be at the [service time] service and would love to go together.
  • I’ll be at Good Friday service this week—it’s one of the most moving times of the year for me. If you’ve never been, I’d really love to go together. ❤️
  • This Friday, we pause to remember what Jesus did for us. It’s heavy, but also beautiful. Let me know if you want to come with me!

Easter Sunday (April 5 | Click here for service info)

  • I’m heading to church this Easter and honestly would love some company. If you don’t have plans yet, come sit with me at Revive Wesleyan [campus name]. 🕊️🌿
  • Easter always reminds me that hope isn’t dead, and that’s something I need lately. I’ll be at the [service time] service at Revive Wesleyan [campus name] if you want to come with!
  • If it’s been a while since you’ve been to church (or if you’ve never really gone), Easter is a beautiful time to come back! I’d love to go with you 😊

Ash Wednesday (February 18 | 5:30 & 7:00 pm at Bayview Chapel | 7:00pm at Springville Crossing Campus)

  • Ash Wednesday is simple, quiet, and honest—and honestly, I need that right now. I’ll be at the service at Revive Wesleyan [campus name] if you want to join.
  • No pressure, no expectations—just a moment to pause and remember what really matters. Ash Wednesday service tonight—I’d love to go together. 🖤
  • Ash Wednesday always helps me slow down and reset my heart a bit. I’m going this year at [service time]—if you’ve ever been curious, come with me!
  • Starting Lent by slowing down instead of rushing ahead feels right this year. Come to Ash Wednesday service with me on 2/18!