Holy Week and Easter Day
The season of Lent, the time during which Christians prepare for Easter, begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. The earliest Christians observed Lent through fasting and prayer in commemoration of Jesus’ own temptations, His entry into Jerusalem, and His Passion and death. The season of Easter (sometimes called “Eastertide”) begins on Easter Day, the Resurrection of the Lord.
Palm Sunday
Sunday, March 29, 2026
9:00 a.m.: Breakfast Potluck at University UMC (1509 S. Santa Fe Avenue) (Bring a dish to share!)
10:30 a.m.: Combined Sunday Service at University UMC
Holy Week begins on Palm Sunday when we celebrate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and hear the story of His passion.
Theology Class
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
10:00 a.m.: Conversation at Church of the Cross
6:00 p.m.: Conversation at University UMC (1509 S. Santa Fe Avenue)
We will explore the theories of Atonement, discussing how Christians understand what God did through Jesus’ death on the cross.
Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 2, 2026
7:00 p.m.: Holy Communion Service at Church of the Cross
We remember Jesus’ Last Supper and His mandate of love by celebrating Holy Communion.
Good Friday
Friday, April 3, 2026
7:00 p.m.: Solemn Service at University UMC (1509 S. Santa Fe Avenue)
We commemorate the suffering, crucifixion, and death of Jesus with a service of Scripture readings and music.
Holy Saturday
Saturday, April 4, 2026
No services.
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 5, 2026
7:00 a.m.: Sunrise Service at Kansas Wesleyan University (Graves Family Sports Complex)
9:00 a.m.: Sunday Service at Church of the Cross
We celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord gathering for worship, prayer, and Holy Communion.