Journey to the Cross: A Week That Changes Everything
Join us for a powerful week of worship, service, reflection, and fellowship as we walk step-by-step through the final days of Jesus’ earthly ministry. From the celebration of Palm Sunday to the solemn reflection of Good Friday, each day invites us deeper — to serve, to grow, to love, to remember, and to stand at the foot of the cross. Come experience Holy Week not just as observers, but as disciples.
The purpose of this journey: To move beyond simply attending services and instead engage in worship, service, prayer, fellowship, and reflection as we fix our eyes on Jesus throughout the week.
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*Journey to the Cross – Weekly Summary
A church-wide Holy Week experience designed to help us intentionally walk through the final days of Jesus’ earthly ministry.
Palm Sunday – The King Who Comes in Peace
Welcoming Jesus not just with palms in our hands, but surrender in our hearts.
- Sunday, March 29th - 10:30 am - Worship and celebration of Christ the King
Monday – Faith in Action
Preparing the house of God with willing hands and servant hearts.
- Monday, March 30th - In-house service projects throughout the day at the church (see schedule below)
Tuesday – Follow the Rabbi
Sitting at His feet, listening to His Word, and learning the way of the cross.
- Tuesday, March 31st - Discipleship through Scripture reflection and intentional time in the Word through out your day. (print out coming soon)
Wednesday – Focused Day of Prayer
Seeking God Together
- Wednesday, April 1st - throughout the day. Pick a time to stop and pray. Sign up sheet located within our welcome area. Guided prayer sheets coming soon
- Wednesday, April 1st - 6:30 pm - Prayer gathering in the sanctuary.
Thursday – Fellowship through a Poor Man's Supper, Communion and Love Beyond the Walls
Gathering in simplicity, remembering the sacrifice, and sharing in His grace for others
- Thursday, April 2nd - 5:30 pm - Poor Man's Supper in Barclay Hall & Coffee Area
- Thursday, April 2nd - 5:30 pm - Mission Project during supper in Barclay Hall.
- Thursday, April 2nd - 6:30 pm - Communion in the Sanctuary.
Friday – The Seven Last Words (Reflective Journey)
Standing at the cross, hearing His final words, and receiving His finished work.
Walking journey through each word Jesus expressed in his final moments.
- Friday, April 3rd - 4 pm - for those who have mobility issues (Please meet in the Sanctuary to start).
- Friday, April 3rd - 5 pm - 6:30 pm - Please meet in Barclay Hall to start
Saturday – The Day of Waiting
When heaven seems quiet, God is still working.
- Saturday, April 4th
Below are some options to complete on Saturday
- Reflect on these Scriptures verses: Psalm 27, Lamentations 3:21–26, Matthew 27:57–66
- Complete an encouraging act of quiet kindness: Write notes of encouragement, deliver meals or visit someone who is grieving or lonely
- Or complete the "A Holy Saturday Family Devotional Guide"
A Holy Saturday Devotional Guide
Short Scripture
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.” — Lamentations 3:22–23
Family Reflection Questions
- Have you ever had to wait for something important? How did it feel?
- What do you think the disciples were feeling on the day between the cross and the resurrection?
- Where do we need to trust God right now, even if we don’t yet see what He is doing?
(Encourage everyone — children included — to share.)
Family Prayer
Heavenly Father,
Today we remember that there was a day of waiting between the cross and the resurrection. When things felt quiet and uncertain, You were still faithful. Help our family trust You in the waiting seasons of life. Teach us to rest in Your promises and hold on to hope, knowing that You are always working — even when we cannot see it. Prepare our hearts for the joy of Resurrection Sunday. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Practice for Today
- Unplug from unnecessary screens for a few hours.
- Light a candle and spend a few quiet minutes in prayer.
- Take a slow walk by yourself or with someone and thank God for His faithfulness.
- End the evening by talking or praying about what you’re most thankful for.
Rest. Reflect. Hold on to hope.
Sunday is coming.
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*For our online worship friends, this can easily be adapted for you to do at home each day.
Palm Sunday – Attend worship online with Norwood Baptist Church RI
Monday – Faith in Action - serve locally in your community
Tuesday – Follow the Rabbi - Scripture & Reflection can be sent via email. (leave us your email below)
Wednesday – A Day of Prayer - Pick a half hour time slot from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm and spend it in prayer. (You can send your time via email, and we will fill it in the overall chart) again, we will send you a prayer guide.
Thursday – The Table of Humility (Poor Man’s Supper & Communion) & Love Beyond the Walls (Community Mission) Plan a dinner of soup and bread, - be sure to set time aside to have communion. Complete some hygiene kits and provide them to a local shelter.
Friday – The Seven Last Words (A Reflective Journey) - guide will be sent via email
Saturday - see the note above for Saturday, and complete the "A Holy Saturday Devotional Guide
