Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday
Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday
Almighty and everliving God, who, of thy tender love towards mankind, hast sent thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our flesh, and to suffer death upon the cross, that all mankind should follow the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may both follow the example of his patience, and also be made partakers of his resurrection; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
8:00 a.m.
This 35 minute service in the Chantry Chapel includes the Blessing of the Palms, a lesson, a reading of the Passion according to Saint Matthew, a homily, prayers, and a Said Mass. ‚ñ∫The Rector speaks of Holy Week in his Weekly Audio Message. ‚ñ∫Download a printable 4-page brochure for Holy Week and Easter.
9:00 a.m.
This 45 minute service at the High Altar includes the Blessing of the Palms, a lesson, the reading of the Passion according to Saint Matthew, hymns, prayers, and a Sung Eucharist. Music is sung by the younger choristers and probationers of the choir. ‚ñ∫The Rector speaks of Holy Week in his Weekly Audio Message. ‚ñ∫Download...
9:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Join us for coffee, tea and cookies in the Parish House Living Room and Dining Room following the 9am Eucharist.
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Join us for classes for all youth and children from 3 years old to high school seniors. Engaging lessons are prepared for the students in keeping with our commitment to the Christian formation of our young members. For more information, or to register, please contact Father Spurlock. Sunday School classes are held on the third...
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Over the course of a few weeks, this study will look at happiness in both Testaments, with particular attention to Deuteronomy and the Gospel according to Saint John.
11:00 a.m.
Above: Using the aspergillum, Fr Mead blesses the palms held by the people. Please note: There is no coffee hour in the Parish House following. The Bookstore, however, will be open following the 11am Solemn Eucharist.  ►The Rector speaks of Holy Week in his Weekly Audio Message. ►John Scott discusses the music of Holy Week...
4:00 p.m.
Choral Evensong is often sung four times a week from September through May. Because Holy Week and Easter involves many unique and special liturgies throughout the week, Choral Evensong is sung only on Sundays in Holy Week and Easter Week. You may read more about Choral Evensong here. ‚ñ∫The Rector speaks of Holy Week in...