New Music Sunday – Palm Sunday | March 29
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
Join us for Palm and New Music Sunday, featuring the premieres of works by two local DMV composers, Justine Koontz and Patrick Flannery, along with music by nationally known composer Noah Michael Smith and internationally recognized Ola Gjeilo. The music will be offered by the Govans Chancel Choir under the direction of Marie Herrington.
Palm Sunday is known for its processional that starts on the Peace Terrace, as we wave our palms high and shout, “Hosanna!” Hosanna is an interesting word often used as a word of praise, but unlike Hallelujah or Amen, it is a calling out to God for help. The full use in scripture is Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord, Hosanna in the Highest! Join us as we “call forth” God into our midst and remember Jesus’ entry to Jerusalem through story, scripture, and song.
Maundy Thursday | April 2
6:00 p.m. Supper, 7 p.m. Worship Service
Join us during Holy Week for Maundy Thursday as we gather for food, fellowship and worship. A soup and bread supper will be served at 6:00 p.m., provided by the Worship Committee. Worship will follow in the sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. as we remember Jesus’ last supper with his disciples and enter into the sacred story of Holy Week.
Easter | April 5
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
Join us for Easter Sunday, April 5! Experience the joy of the resurrection as we come together to sing Easter hymns, reflect on scripture, and offer prayers of gratitude.
Easter Egg Hunt following the service
The Easter Bunny will pay a visit, and children are invited to take part in an Easter egg hunt and other family-friendly activities on the church lawn. Come enjoy this festive time of fellowship and celebration as we rejoice in the hope and new life of Easter. Children of all ages – and their families – are warmly welcome to join in the fun.
All worship services will be in-person and broadcast on Facebook and Zoom. Please email us at wilson@govanspres.org for a Zoom link.
