HOLY WEEK 2026
DURING HOLY WEEK
Stations of the Cross: In addition to the services of Holy Week, the Way of the Cross is an edifying devotion to walk us through the final days of Lent. This practice arose from the custom of pilgrims praying at a series of locations in Jerusalem traditionally associated with our Lord’s passion and death. Adapted for local use in churches and other appropriate places, the ‘Stations of the Cross’ may serve as a mini-pilgrimage of sorts. The Stations will be available beginning on Palm Sunday and open for self-guided reflection several days throughout Holy Week.
Home Liturgy: During Holy Week, you are invited to "keep watch with Christ" and pray at home for an hour. A liturgy is provided to direct your time if desired. You can find a pdf of the liturgy here. Deacon Jeremiah has also recorded an audio guide through the liturgy, which you can access below.
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Sunday, March 29
Palm Sunday Service/ 10:00 a.m.
Join us for this special Sunday morning service as we enter Holy Week and walk with Jesus from the triumphal entry through his Passion. This service begins outside with the Liturgy of the Palms, then moves into the sanctuary where we join in an interactive reading of the passion narrative and prepare ourselves to walk through the final days of Lent. Note: if for any reason you would rather not walk in with the crowd, feel free to sit in the sanctuary and wait to welcome the procession!
Parents: We will have limited children's classrooms available on Palm Sunday. Everyone will meet before service outside in the front of the church for the Liturgy of the Palms. Then, parents of kids 0-5 years old will be able to check their children into classrooms downstairs during the processional into the sanctuary. Older children are invited to participate in the main service (activity packets will be provided).
Wednesday, April 1
Midweek Morning Prayer / 9:00 a.m.
This service combines the morning prayer liturgy with listening prayer and Lectio Divina. Typically attended by 10-15 people seated in a circle, this is a time of strong connection—both to God and each other. On April 16, we will focus on readings specific to Holy Week.
Thursday, April 2
Tenebrae / 7:00 p.m.
The name Tenebrae (the Latin word for “darkness” or “shadows”) is an extended meditation upon, and a prelude to, the events in our Lord’s life between the Last Supper and the Resurrection. The most conspicuous feature of the service is the gradual extinguishing of candles and other lights in the church until only a single candle, considered a symbol of our Lord, remains. Please note that while children are welcome, no childcare will be available for this service and it may be challenging for younger children.
Friday, April 3
Good Friday Service/ 7:00 p.m.
On this most somber day of the church year, we call to mind Jesus' suffering and death, and our great redemption through his work on the Cross. The midday service is offered by Advent Anglican, and includes time for silence, meditation on scripture, prayer, and devotion before the cross. The evening service is offered by WCC.
Saturday, April 4
Holy Saturday Easter Vigil & Break-the-Fast Feast / 5:00 p.m.
This is the moment when we cross over with Christ from Lent into Easter, from the grave to resurrection! Join us as we light the Easter fire and Christ's light breaks into the darkness, trace God's story of redemption through scripture readings, renew your baptismal vows, and add your volume to the "Great Noise" as we ring in the first Alleluia of Easter (bring a noisemaker with you for this)! Afterward, we continue the celebration with the Break-the-Fast potluck feast!
Sunday, April 5
Sunrise Service / 6:30 a.m.
Join us outside on the lawn by the playground (weather permitting) for a simple, joy-filled service and communion. Seating and coffee will be provided.
Easter Sunday Service / 10:00 a.m.
The Lord is risen! As our journey through Holy Week reaches its culmination, come celebrate the resurrection with us at this joyful Sunday morning service. This service will include baptisms. Please note: no children's classes will be open on this day, but activity packets will be provided. After the service, kids 11 years old and younger are invited to join us in the playground area for an egg hunt!