Holy Week and Easter Activities
March 29 Palm Sunday
10:30–11:30 am
Remembering Jesus’ celebrated entry into Jerusalem, we gather outside before the service starts to wave “palm branches” to declare allegiance to peace, love, and justice rather than to any particular ruler, monarch or dictator. We also shift our gaze toward the events of Holy Week.
April 2 Maundy Thursday
5:30–6:30 pm, Oak Bay United Church
Remembering the last time Jesus ate with the disciples before his execution, we share in a “Last Supper” together. We will take Communion then ritualistically wash each other's feet or hands. Joint service with Oak Bay United Church.
There is no livestream.
April 3 Good Friday
10:30–11:30 am
We gather at 10:30 am to read the events of Good Friday, or God's Friday, as described in the Gospel of John. Joint service with Oak Bay United Church.
April 4 Holy Saturday Vigil
1:00–3:00 pm
Folks gather to hold vigil in silence and meditation in the sanctuary. You are invited to bring cut flowers or potted plants.
There is no livestream.
April 5 Easter
7:30–11:30 am
We gather at 7:30 am in Beacon Hill Park (at Douglas & Michigan) to celebrate the risen Christ. We then make our way back to the church for a light breakfast. If you’d like to come for breakfast only, we’ll be ready to serve for 8:30. All are welcome.
There is no livestream for the sunrise service.
We gather again at 10:30 in the sanctuary to continue to celebrate the Resurrection.
