Holy Week 2024
Holy Week is the name for the week leading up to Easter, starting with Palm/Passion Sunday and continuing through Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. We gather in worship to hear the sacred stories of Jesus’ final week on Earth, and his journey to the upper room, garden, cross, and tomb.
The online Sunday Worship Server Sign-up has been updated for Holy Week. Please sign-up to serve during worship for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter morning. Several additional readers are also needed for Good Friday. If you have questions, please let Pastor Tania know.
Palm/Passion Sunday - March 24 at 9:00 am
Readings: Mark 11:1-11; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Philippians 2:5-11; Mark 14:1–15:47
Spark Story Bible: “Palm Sunday,” p. 454
The Lenten journey comes to an end with Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The confirmation students will also share the Passion story from Mark’s gospel. We pray, share in the Lord's Supper, sing, and find ourselves in Jesus’ story.
Worship online available on Zoom: Palm Sunday Online
Meeting ID: 468 805 568 Passcode: Grace
After worship, families and kids will enjoy the annual Easter Egg Hunt outside!
Maundy Thursday - March 28 at 7:00 pm
Readings: Exodus 12:1-4,11-14; Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; John 13:1-17, 31b-35
Spark Story Bible: “The Last Supper,” p. 462
“A new commandment I give you: love one another.” Jesus showed his love by washing the feet of his disciples, teaching them to love one another, and giving his very life for them. That same love is for us who follow him now. We receive forgiveness of our sin through absolution and receive God's grace through the bread and cup given for us in Holy Communion.
Worship online available on Zoom: Maundy Thursday Online
Meeting ID: 881 6820 8284 Passcode: Grace
Good Friday - March 29 at 7:00 pm
Readings: Isaiah 52:13--53:12; Psalm 22; Hebrews 10:16-25; John 18:1–19:42
Spark Story Bible: “The Day Jesus Died,” p. 476
Service of Tenebrae (Light and Darkness) and Prayer around the Cross
"Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end." On Good Friday, we remember that not even death itself could stop Jesus from living out his love for the world. Gathered around the cross, we hear the story of the crucifixion and pray for this world God so loves.
Worship online available on Zoom: Good Friday Online
Meeting ID: 881 6820 8284 Passcode: Grace
Easter Sunrise service - March 31 at 6:30 am
Readings: Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:1-2,14-24; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Mark 16:1-8
Spark Story Bible: “The Empty Tomb,” p. 482
Celebrate the joy of the resurrection as we gather outside around the bonfire to proclaim “Christ is Risen!” Online worship will not be available. Worship will be outside, weather permitting, so dress accordingly.
Join us for fellowship with cinnamon rolls and coffee between services!
Easter Festival service - March 31 at 9:00 am
Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! In song, story, and meal, we celebrate the good news of Christ’s resurrection and are sent to share this good news with all the world. Alleluia!
Worship online available on Zoom: Easter Festival Online
Meeting ID: 468 805 568 Passcode: Grace