Holy Week

The Church observes Holy Week as a solemn time to remember and reflect on the final week of Jesus' earthly life. The services offered give us the opportunity to participate as we learn and remember what Jesus has done for us. By recalling and participating in the sadness of his passion (suffering), we prepare our hearts to rejoice more fully and vibrantly on Easter Sunday as we celebrate together his amazing resurrection. Everyone is welcome to participate. Children and families are invited to all our services. We hope that the following information will inspire you to invite your friends to join in too.

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Palm Cross Making

Saturday, April 8 at 9am

in the Community Room

No experience necessary. We will teach you the ancient practice of Palm Cross Making. No The environment is friendly as we sit around the table, enjoy some donuts, and create the crosses that will be distributed the next day for our Palm Sunday celebration. Children 7 and up are likely to enjoy learning this tradition and working to help prepare for Palm Sunday.

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Palm Sunday

April 10, 2022

9am - We invite anyone who’s interested to join us In person as we take our faith to the streets and walk over to Ventura County Medical Center to offer prayers for healing.

10am - Children and Families gather around the fountain at St. Paul's to learn about Palm Sunday and help bless the water and the palms that will be used in the service. All are welcome.

10:15am - Traditional Palm Sunday Service begins around the fountain at St. Paul’s with the Procession of the Palms that will lead us to the church for our Palm Sunday service.

We'll hear the scripture that describes Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem to the joyful and hopeful shouts of praise from the people then walk along Loma Vista Road, making our way to the church. Once inside, we'll hear amazingly beautiful music, inspiring prayers, and uplifting sermon and hear about the final days of Jesus' life on earth.

Join us as we remember the events of Palm Sunday. Though we follow Jesus into the darkness, we know how the story ends. After all the powerful events of Holy Week, we will emerge into the bright light of Easter and celebrate the resurrection of the Lord. Join us as we remember in such a way that the past comes to life in the present. Come get inspired!

Join us ONLINE at facebook.com/saintpaulsventura or youtube.com/stpaulsventura
or IN-PERSON at 3290 Loma Vista Road, Ventura

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Maundy Thursday

April 14, 2022

Join us as we remember Jesus’ last supper and the mandate that we must love one another as he has loved us.

7pm – You are invited to come wash one another’s feet outside on the labyrinth (optional)

7:30 – service with Holy Eucharist and Stripping of the Altar. A very moving service!

9 pm - Keeping the Watch begins. “Stay with me, remain here with me. Watch and pray, watch and pray.” We will “Keep the Watch” from our homes remembering the time when Jesus prayed in the garden and was arrested. Sign up for 1-hour shifts to watch and pray from home. Sign up in the narthex (lobby) or by emailing us at [email protected]

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Good Friday

April 15, 2022

6am - 3pm WALK THE LABYRINTH Looking for a meaningful way to remember Jesus’ sacrifice on Good Friday? Come and walk the Labyrinth anytime between 6am and 3pm. Walk, pray, be grateful.

Noon - GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE Traditional Good Friday service with Veneration of the Cross. The church will remain open until 3pm when the bells will ring and the doors will be locked.

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