Join us for a moving and immersive Palm Sunday and Holy Week experience. Starting with this Live Stream we will bring the heart of our faith directly to you, capturing the profound journey from Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem to the reflective path of the Last Supper, betrayal, through the torture and death of Jesus on the cross. Palm Sunday is the beginning of what Christians call Holy Week, and AdventELC invites you to be part of a community in reflection, no matter where you are. Together, we'll explore the deep contrasts of joy and sorrow, celebration and lamentation, that define these sacred days. Experience the humanity of Jesus through the vivid narratives of the Gospel—his courage, his despair, and ultimately, his unwavering love for us all. This is a time to renew our faith, to feel the collective thirst for God's astonishing work to be completed in our lives. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, reflect, and prepare your heart for the resurrection joy that Easter brings. Set a reminder, bring your palm branches, and ready your spirit for a Holy Week journey that promises to deepen your faith and uplift your soul. Subscribe and join us live as we embark on this sacred journey together. Procession with Palms Mark 11:1-11, Jesus enters Jerusalem ------- AdventELC.org Facebook, Instagram, and X @AdventELC

This evening our Lenten observance comes to an end, and we gather with Christians around the world to celebrate the Three Days of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Tonight we remember Christ’s last meal with his disciples, but the central focus is his commandment that we live out the promise embodied in this meal. As Jesus washed his disciples’ feet, so we are called to give and receive love in humble service to one another. Formed into a new body in Christ through this holy meal, we are transformed by the mercy we have received and carry it into the world. Departing worship in solemn silence, we anticipate the coming days. Readings and Psalm Exodus 12:1-4 [5-10] 11-14, The passover of the Lord Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19, I will lift the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord. (Ps. 116:13) 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes John 13:1-17, 31b-35, The service of Christ: footwashing and meal

Join Pastor Aaron Layne and Advent Lutheran Church as we witness life and death standing side by side as we enter into Good Friday. In John’s passion account, Jesus reveals the power and glory of God, even as he is put on trial and sentenced to death. Standing with the disciples at the foot of the cross, we pray for the whole world in the ancient bidding prayer, as Christ’s death offers life to all. We gather in solemn devotion, but always with the promise that the tree around which we assemble is indeed a tree of life. We depart silently, and we anticipate the culmination of the Three Days and the dawn of resurrection. Readings and Psalm Isaiah 52:13--53:12, The suffering servant Psalm 22, My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? (Ps. 22:1) Hebrews 10:16-25, The way to God is opened by Jesus’ death Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9, Jesus is our merciful high priest John 18:1--19:42, The passion and death of Christ

Introduction Christ is risen! Jesus is alive, and God has swallowed up death forever. With Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome, we may feel astonished and confused, unsure of what to make of the empty tomb. But this is why we gather: to proclaim, witness, praise, and affirm the liberating reality of Christ’s death and resurrection. In word and feast, we celebrate God’s unending love, and depart to share this good news with all the world. Alleluia! Readings and Psalm Acts 10:34-43 God raised Jesus on the third day Isaiah 25:6-9 (alternate) The feast of Victory Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (Ps. 118:24) 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Witnesses to the risen Christ Acts 10:34-43 (alternate) God raised Jesus on the third day Mark 16:1-8 The resurrection of Jesus is announced, and the response is one of terror and amazement. John 20:1-18 (alternate) Seeing the risen Christ The healing of Peter’s mother-in-law