Holy Week
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The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.” Matthew 28:5-6 “It was early one Sunday Morning…” Those […]
“For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his.” (Romans 6:5 ) Can you imagine what the disciples were going through after that frightful Good Friday? We have the benefit of hindsight and […]
Today, as we read John 13 together, we are confronted with the meekness of our lowly King. We’ve arrived to the part where Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. That part! This kind of bold servanthood speaks volumes about Christ’s humility and his service to others. And it moves […]
“She has done what she could; she has anointed my body beforehand for burial. And truly, I say to you, wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will be told in memory of her.” (Mark 14:8-9) Today, we find ourselves right at the Anointing […]
Monday of Holy Week commemorates the Cursing of the Fig Tree, the Temple Cleansing, and Jesus Authority Questioned. As we read the passages of scripture that describe Jesus and the temple traders, we are reminded of Pastor Hillman’s visit to Israel. In 2016, Pastor Hillman visited the very spot archaeologists […]
April 5, 2020 Hosanna in the highest! Thank you to those of you who already joined us for Online Worship and Holy Communion this Palm Sunday. The enthusiasm for Holy Communion was palpable as we received your messages showing us your worship set ups in your home. The moment was […]
In 18 years of hosting the Bay Area’s 7 Last Sayings of Christ, we have never had a roster of women lined up to exegete the scriptures from Christ’s passion. This year, during unprecedented times, we’re excited to see these anointed vessels go forth on Good Friday. Holy Week will […]
Here is how we want you to prepare for this special Sunday at home. At church, we use Welch’s Grape Juice and a communion wafer. But since you’re preparing Holy Communion at home, you have a few options! grape juice, cranberry juice, or water make your own communion bread using […]