Journey through Holy Week
Beginning April 13, we join Christians around the world and across the centuries in observing Holy Week.
From Palm Sunday to Easter, we walk Christ’s journey to the cross—praying, sharing the Last Supper, and reflecting on our own betrayals. With the women at the tomb, we witness the miracle of resurrection. Through ancient and modern liturgies, we embrace God’s grace and love.
Join us as we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. Come join us.
Palm Sunday
Sunday, April 13 | 8am & 10am
We celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem and hear the Passion according to Luke as we begin Holy Week. The Rev. Paul Keene will preach.
10am service livestream available here.
Holy Week Morning Prayer
Monday–Friday | 8:30am
Start your day in prayer and reflection with our Morning Prayer service. Join service by Zoom
here.
Holy Week Evening Prayer
Monday, Apr. 14 & Tuesday, Apr. 15 | 7pm
Join us in the Baptistry Chapel for the quiet beauty of this traditional Anglican service. Join service by Zoom
here.
Tenebrae Service
St. Stephen’s, Millburn
Wednesday, Apr. 16 | 7:30pm
A solemn contemporary service of light and darkeness, where candles are gradually extinguished, leaving only the Light of Christ.
Service livestream available
here.
Maundy Thursday Service
and Simple Supper
Thursday, April 17 | 6:30pm
We meet in the Parish Hall for supper at 6:30pm as we live our own way into the story of Jesus’ Last Supper with his disciples. Foot washing will be offered – a powerful exercise of faith instituted by our Lord. The service progresses into the Church for the stripping of the altar. Then we process to and keep vigil in the Memorial Garden remembering Jesus’ final hours in the Garden of Gethsemane, where he was arrested.
You are invited to bring a pot of soup to share on Maundy Thursday. Let Rev. Paul know if you can help.
Vigil in the Garden of Repose
Thursday, April 17 | 8:00pm
Jesus prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane following the Last Supper and asked his disciples to pray with him. Following Maundy Thursday’s service, we too will keep watch in the garden with the reserve sacrament. This year, we will do so by praying through the whole Gospel according to Luke. Join us as we read together from The Saint John’s Bible and keep vigil in prayer with our Lord.
Rite of Reconciliation
Friday, April 18 | 9-10:30am
Receive counsel, encouragement, and absolution through the Rite of Reconciliation – aka confession. You are invited to participate in the rite on Good Friday or by appointment throughout Holy Week.
Stations of the Cross
Friday, April 17 | 3pm
Join us in the field as we walk the Stations of the Cross, a service designed for children, youth, and families. All are welcome.
Good Friday Liturgy
Friday, April 17 | 7pm
We mark Good Friday and gather in somber contemplation of Jesus’ crucifixion, the ultimate sacrifice. And we join with Anglicans around the world in a freewill offering for the church in Jerusalem. The Rev. Bowie Snodgrass will preach.
Service livestream available here.
The Great Vigil of Easter
Saturday, April 19 | 7pm
As the sun goes down, we light the new Easter fire. Together we tell the stories of our redemption as we transition from the darkness of Lent into the joy of Easter. This ancient service from the early church is a deep and mystical liturgical experience with beautiful music, candles, flowers, baptism, and Eucharist. The Rev. Paul Keene will preach.
Service livestream available here.
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 20 | 10am
On Easter morning, we celebrate the resurrection and God’s unfailing love, filling the church with music, flowers, and Easter Joy. Easter Music for Choir, Brass and Organ by Peeters, Rutter, Hancock, and Callahan. The Rev. Bowie Snodgrass will preach.
Service livestream available here.
The joy will continue after the service as we invite the children to our Easter Egg Hunt!
You are invited to bring a batch of cookies to share during coffee hour on Easter.
