Few moments in Scripture have the cinematic feel of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It’s no wonder that for centuries and across traditions Christians have reenacted this on Palm Sunday and had planned to do so again this Sunday…at least until the emergence of the novel coronavirus and COVID-19.
You want to encourage people to open their lives and let Jesus ride in, just like you do every year. But this year, there’s no way to gather together and spread out palms down the isles of your sanctuary.
So do this instead: create an online worship experience using songs, readings, and—most importantly—house plants!
Organizing the Liturgy
Use the following steps to invite your congregations to share in House Plant Palm…
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