Holy Week and Easter 2026 Services

1 p.m., The Way of the Cross (Every Friday in Lent)

For centuries, Christians of many denominations have conducted services (known as the Way of the Cross or the Stations of the Cross) that commemorate Jesus’ journey from being condemned to death by Pilate to his entombment. 

The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday (March 29)

10 a.m., Liturgy of the Palms and the Holy Eucharist

     We shout “Hosannah!”, our palms are blessed, and we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Yet triumph turns to tragedy, shouts of “Hosanna” to “Crucify him,” as the Passion Gospel of St. Luke is read at the end of the service. 

Maundy Thursday (April 2)

5:30 p.m., Maundy Thursday Liturgy

The word “Maundy” comes from the Latin “mandatum” which means “command;” Christ’s Great Commandment is that we love one another as he has loved us.   At this service we reenact his demonstration of this commandment through the ritual of foot washing (optional). We will also commemorate the first Lord’s Supper. The service concludes with the solemn stripping of the altar. 

Good Friday (April 3)

12 noon, The Good Friday Liturgy

This solemn service includes the reading of St. John’s Passion Gospel and the veneration of the Cross.

Easter Eve (April 4)

8 p.m., The Great Vigil of Easter (at St. Mary’s)

The kindling of new fire; dramatic readings of the stories of Israel’s redemption; renewal of Baptismal vows; the first Eucharist of Easter; a festive gathering afterwards. St. Thomas is joining with St. Mary’s, St. Matthew’s, and St. John the Divine in celebrating the central feast of the Christian year.

The Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Day (April 5)

10 a.m., Festal Eucharist

Friends old and new join the St. Thomas family to celebrate the Sunday of the Resurrection. All are welcome. An Easter Egg Hunt for children will follow the 10 o’clock service.