You're invited to join Emanuel in person or via FaceBook livestream to celebrate Holy Week and Easter! During Holy Week, we travel to the cross with Jesus before celebrating his resurrection on Easter.

This year, our Holy Week and Easter services include:

Palm Sunday, March 24: Service in person and via livestream at 10:00 am. We wave palms and sing to celebrate Jesus' entry into Jerusalem. Then, we turn to the story of the last night of Jesus' life, his betrayal, and his death.

Maundy Thursday, March 28: Dinner at 6:00 pm (in person only) followed by a brief service at 7:00 pm (in person and via livestream). After dinner, we'll clean up together, then gather in the sanctuary at 7:00 pm for a brief service with music, scripture, communion, and the stripping of the altar. The service will be livestreamed. We gather as Jesus did with his disciples on the last night of his life to share a simple meal in our social hall and find Christ in community with one another. Then, we move to the sanctuary to reflect on Jesus’ new commandment to love one another, share Holy Communion, and witness the stripping of the altar, a tradition foreshadowing Jesus’ abandonment by his friends.

Good Friday, March 29: Candlelight and shadows at 7:00 pm. Through readings, music, reflections, and sacred art, we tell the story of Jesus' crucifixion and seek his presence at the heart of human suffering around the world today. Where is God when the worst happens? We seek the presence of the crucified Christ at the heart of suffering with this Tenebrae service of candlelight, shadows, music, reflections, and growing darkness.

Easter Sunday, March 31: Service at 10:00 am. Alleluia, Christ is risen! With festive music, chimes, beautiful flowers, and joy, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.

To participate in worship with us in person, please come to Emanuel and worship with us. Masks are welcome but not required.

To participate in worship with us online, livestream our service on our Facebook page. Feel free to say hello and to offer prayers in the chat.