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All Souls Holy Week Schedule

Holy Week is a special part of the holy season of Lent. It is a time to observe what God has done for us and allow that reality sink into our hearts.

Come celebrate what God has done, and is doing, for us. The growth and appreciate is best experienced if you can make as many services as possible. However, each service stands on its own.


Holy Week Services

Palm Sunday - April 5

In Hanover High School: We gather in the atrium area and bless palm branches, which worshipers then carry into the church, reenacting Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem.

Tenebrae - Wednesday, April 8

At 7:00pm at Burkwood Swim Club Clubhouse: Tenebrae provides an extended meditation upon and a prelude to the events of our Lord's life between the Last Supper and the Resurrection.



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Holy Week Services

Maundy Thursday - April 9

At 7:00pm at Burkwood Swim Club Clubhouse: Worshippers are invited to participate in the ritual of the washing of feet, done by Jesus on the night of his arrest, and to share in Holy Communion.

Good Friday - April 10

At 7:00pm at Burkwood Swim Club Clubhouse: Worshipers venerate the cross and offer solemn collects before receiving Communion from bread and wine reserved on Maundy Thursday evening.



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Holy Week Services

Easter Vigil - April 11

At 7:30pm in Hanover High School: Jesus arose from the grave during the night between Saturday and Sunday.. The readings and prayers celebrate the history of salvation.

Easter Sunday!!! - April 12

At 9:30am at Hanover High School: We shall gather to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. After the service, the youngsters will enjoy an Egg Hunt and we will enjoy breakfast snacks.



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Responding to God's seeking love, we endeavor to create a vital Christian community in Central Hanover County by committing ourselves to God, serving Christ in the people of Central Hanover, sharing the story of God's love shown in Jesus Christ, and living out the meaning of that story in our worshipping, serving, and relating to one another.