With over 100 churches in the Huntsville/Madison County area, there is a wide variety of opportunities to experience some unique and moving services during Holy Week. Some activities are just for fun, like the many Easter Egg Hunts for the kids. Some are social, like the many Easter Brunches to chose from after church on Sunday. Then there are the religious ceremonies and services that help people meditate and appreciate the true meaning of Easter.
April 9-11 at 7 pm and April 12 at 10 am & 7 pm
Calvary Assembly of God: "The Whip, Hammer & CROSS"
Passover Unity Banquet & Seder Demonstration
VBC; North Hall at 6:00 p.m.
The Whip, Hammer and Cross is a presentation that depicts the last week of Christ life, death, and resurrection. The cast and crew is made up of volunteers from the church family of Calvary Assembly of God in Decatur, Alabama. This presentation contains a cast of hundreds in authentic costumes with lavish sets, live animals, chariot, living waters and special effects depicting: Triumphal Entry of Jesus, Pilate's Judgment Hall, Crucifixion Scene, Christ's Resurrection and The Ascension of Christ.
Reserved tickets are $2.50 each. Can order online.
Where: 1413 Glenn Street SW Decatur (Beltine & Glenn St, next to Publix shoppig center)
For more info, call (256) 355-7440.
Tuesday, April 7, 2008
Christ Our Savoir City Wide Christian Unity Banquet
Passover Unity Banquet & Seder Demonstration
VBC; North Hall at 6:00 p.m.
This yearly Christian event has been celebrated in Huntsville, Alabama, for the past 21 years. Brotherhood and deliverance are key themes.
The banquet ticket price goes entirely for expenses. Our desire is for everyone to attend; therefore, there is a sponsorship program for those who may need assistance to attend.
Seats are limited, so call for tickets early: (256) 882-7651.
Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary
Maundy Thursday Service at Trinity United Methodist Church
607 Airport Rd. Huntsville
Jesus' last supper with his disciples prepares them to travel the world. Share the reconciling love of Christ in the celebration of Holy Communion. Experience the loss of God's presence in the world symbolized by the stripping of sacred symbols from the Sanctuary. The Trinity Singers, Sanctuary Choir and Carillonneurs will lead music. For more information, call the church at (256) 883-3200.
Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary
Maundy Thursday Service at First Baptist Church
600 Governors Dr. Huntsville
FBC Orchestra and First Fellowship Musicians Celebration of Communion in Fellowship Hall.
For more information, call the church at (256) 428-9400.
Friday, April 10 at 7:00 pm in the New Room
"Service of Light & Darkness" at Trinity United Methodist Church
607 Airport Rd. Huntsville
Service based on the Passion of Christ, with have scripture readings and special music.
For more information, call the church at (256) 883-3200.
Friday, April 10 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary
Good Friday Service at First Baptist Church
600 Governors Dr. Huntsville
Service of Tenebrae Music from Sanctuary Choir
For more information, call the church at (256) 428-9400.
Sunday, April 12 at 6:30 am outside
Sonrise Service Outside at Big Cove Presbyterian Church
145 Camp Ground Road. Brownsboro
For more information, call the church at (256) 518-9480.
Sorry we can't list each church Holy Week services in our area, but please check out the individual church websites for more detailed information.
Easter Brunch in Huntsville
Easter Egg Hunts
If you're going to be doing the cooking for Easter this year, check these great Easter Menu & Recipe Ideas from About's Southern Cooking site.
You can download Easter Clip Art of Easter bunnies, baskets, eggs, chicks, flowers, lambs, rabbits, crosses, lilies, gifts, crosses, and other holiday clip art on this About site.
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