Our Cross Shines
Purple ​for Lent

Lent

Our cross shines purple for the season of Lent. Lent is a time of reflection on how we are doing in our personal and shared spiritual lives. It’s a time of getting back to basics and learning some new ways to connect with God and to reach out in faith to our community. Getting back to basics means renewing our practices of prayer, alms giving (charitable acts), and fasting. Each of these 3 practices are meant to help us deepen our relationship with God and with one another. 

This season of the church year is represented by the color purple. Purple is associated with mourning and symbolizes the pain and suffering of Jesus as he was crucified. It is also associated with royalty and celebrates Jesus's resurrection and sovereignty.

Cross History

Beginning in 1956, our 60 foot, illuminated cross shone as a beacon in the neighborhood. Over time, the cross fell into disrepair and was no longer lit. But Hayshire UCC’s light has never gone out. We have remained a passionate, vibrant, and welcoming congregation who shines God’s love and light on the community and beyond.

​In 2017, with overwhelming support from our congregation, we were able to get the cross repaired. On April 30, 2017, a dedication was held, and at dusk, the cross was once again lit and has been shining over our community ever since.