Palm Sunday

Hello All:

One more week until Easter. And, of course, today is Palm Sunday.

Palm Sunday

Jesus riding into Jerusalem with people laying palm branches is described in the following chapters of the Bible:

    • Matthew 21:1-11

    • Mark 11:1-11

    • Luke 19:28-44

    • John 12:12-19

In all four Gospels, Jesus is described as riding into Jerusalem on a donkey, while the people lay down palm branches and their cloaks in front of him. They shout "Hosanna!", which means "Save us now!", and "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!".

The triumphal entry into Jerusalem is a significant event in the life of Jesus. It marks the beginning of his final week on Earth, which culminates in his crucifixion and resurrection. It is also a reminder of Jesus' identity as the Messiah, the one who was sent to save the world.

Palm Sunday is a Christian holiday that falls on the Sunday before Easter. It commemorates Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, an event mentioned in each of the four canonical Gospels. Palm Sunday marks the first day of Holy Week. For adherents of mainstream Christianity, it is the last week of the Christian solemn season of Lent that precedes the arrival of Eastertide.

Palm Sunday is a day of celebration and joy, as Christians remember Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem as the Messiah. Many churches hold special services on Palm Sunday, and some people even attend a Palm Sunday parade. Palm branches are often used in the services and parades, as they were when Jesus entered Jerusalem.

Palm Sunday is a time for Christians to reflect on the meaning of Jesus' life and death. It is also a time to prepare for Easter, the most important holiday in the Christian calendar.

Here are some of the ways you can celebrate Palm Sunday:

    • Attend a Palm Sunday service at your local church.

    • Read the accounts of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

    • Wave palm branches and sing hymns as part of a Palm Sunday procession.

    • Make a cross out of palm fronds and place it in your home or yard.

    • Give alms to those in need in honor of Jesus' compassion for the poor.

Palm Sunday is a special day to reflect on the meaning of Jesus' life and sacrifice. May you have a blessed Palm Sunday! 

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