Holy Week
Holy Week is the centerpoint of the Christian year, journeying from Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem through his betrayal, trial, and crucifixion, and finally culmiating in his glorious resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Palm Sunday
The commemoration of the day of Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem
Palm Sunday: A Rookie Anglican Guide
Palm Sunday is a day of palm fronds, outdoor processions, and loud praises to Christ. With these practices, we mimic…The Liturgical Home: Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the holiest week of the liturgical year. During Holy Week, we walk…10 Ways to Preach the Palm Sunday Sermon
In David Roseberry’s ongoing series of posts on 10 Ways to Preach, we come to Palm Sunday, the beginning of…Today in the Spirit: Palm Sunday A
In our walk with Jesus through the liturgical year, Palm Sunday is designed so that we might contemplate Jesus’ entry…
Holy Monday through Holy Wednesday
The days approaching Christ’s Passion
The History of the Holy Week Collects
In this post, we outline the history of the Holy Week Collects, which are found on pages 607-609 of the Book…The Liturgical Home: Fig Tuesday
As we continue through Holy Week, we find ourselves in the last days of Jesus’ earthly life. After his triumphal…The Way of the Cross: An Invitation to Holy Week
Holy Week is the high mark of the church’s liturgical year. In it, we celebrate Jesus’ final week in Jerusalem,…Holy Week: A Rookie Anglican Guide
Starting on Palm Sunday, we embark on what’s known as “Holy Week.” As I put it in my overview of…
Maundy Thursday
The commemoration of the night of Christ’s Last Supper, agony in Gethsemane, and betrayal
Maundy Thursday: A Rookie Anglican Guide
What’s “Maundy Thursday?” Has there ever been a child who didn’t think I was saying Monday Thursday during the Holy…10 Ways to Preach on Maundy Thursday
What is Maundy Thursday? The liturgy for Maundy Thursday begins a three-day observance of the most holy events in the…Maundy Thursday: A Collect Reflection
Maundy Thursday Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and…
Good Friday
The commemoration of the day of Christ’s trial, crucifixion, death, and burial
Good Friday: A Rookie Anglican Guide
Good Friday is the most somber day of the Christian year. On this day, we remember the death of Jesus…The Liturgical Home: Good Friday
Good Friday is the most solemn day of the church year. It holds profound significance for Christians, commemorating the crucifixion…10 Ways to Preach the Good Friday Sermon
As a pastor, when I encouraged people to attend our Good Friday liturgy, I would say something like this: “On…Hymn Guide: When I Survey The Wondrous Cross
“When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” is one of the first hymns written in the English language; three hundred years…
Holy Saturday
The commemoration of the day Christ’s body rested in the grave, while he preached to departed souls
3 Reasons Why Christ’s Descent into Hell Is Good News
Christ’s descent into hell is one of the strangest things Christians confess. Two out of the three ecumenical creeds confessed…Easter Vigil: A Rookie Anglican Guide
There may be no more powerful portrayal of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Christian liturgy than that which happens…Holy Saturday and the Easter Vigil: A Collect Reflection
Holy Saturday O God, Creator of heaven and earth: Grant that, as the crucified body of your dear Son was…On This Most Holy Night: An Easter Vigil with the Arts
An Ancient Tradition The first Easter Vigil I ever attended was in southern Ukraine, what is now annexed Crimea. I…
Easter Sunday
The celebration of Christ’s glorious resurrection
The Great Fifty Days of Easter: A Rookie Anglican Guide to Eastertide
Easter Sunday is only the beginning! A great fifty-day feast (known as “Eastertide,” “Easter Season,” or “Easter Time,” as well…The History of the Easter Week Collects
Easter is a long season of feasting, lasting a full 50 days. And the celebration is especially pronounced in the…The Liturgical Home: Preparing For All Of Easter
With our series on “The Liturgical Home,” we aim to support families in discipleship to Christ through the wisdom of…The Liturgical Home: The Significance of Eggs in Easter
With our series on “The Liturgical Home,” we aim to support families in discipleship to Christ through the wisdom of…
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