Palm Sunday
Sunday, March 29, 2026
A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds … were shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest heaven!”
Matthew 21:8–9
Palm Sunday is the day we remember Jesus triumphantly entering Jerusalem, hailed as king. In ancient times, kings were welcomed with palm branches strewn before them and waved in the air. The people welcoming Jesus greeted him as a leader they hoped would free them from Roman rule, shouting “Hosanna” (or “save now”).
As we walk with Jesus through Holy Week, we’ll reenact that triumphant entry – and all that followed after.
Intergenerational Holy Eucharist with Passion Story
8:30am • Garden Close & Parish Hall
This service will start outside in the garden close, where we’ll wave our own palm branches as we remember the crowd surrounding Jesus. After processing inside, we’ll hear readers tell the story of Jesus’ passion. This service uses inclusive language and is planned for all ages, and it includes music and Holy Eucharist.
Ecumenical Palm Procession
10am – Meet in Parish Hall to walk to First Presbyterian
10:15am – Walk begins from First Presbyterian’s rear doors
During the formation hour, we’ll join with other neighborhood churches for an ecumenical palm procession. The route begins at First Presbyterian’s rear glass doors and processes around our neighborhood. We’ll be back at St. Philip’s in time for the 11am Eucharist.
Holy Eucharist with Choir and Passion Story
11am • Church & Online
This service will start outside the church, where we’ll wave our own palm branches as we remember the crowd surrounding Jesus. After processing inside, we’ll hear readers tell the story of Jesus’ passion. This is a traditional worship service with music and Holy Eucharist. Social hour with palm cross making to follow.