Weekly Message

March 24th 2024 – Palm Sunday

It was on a Palm Sunday a few years ago that, because of a sore throat, 5-year-old Annie stayed home from church with her mother. When the rest of the family returned home, they were carrying palm leaves. Annie asked them what they were for.

“People held them over Jesus’ head as he rode by on a colt,” her father explained.

“Wouldn’t you know it,” Annie fussed, “the one Sunday I’m sick and Jesus shows up and offers pony rides!

This Sunday throughout our churches we will celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, fully aware as to what will happen by the end of the week. Once again there is something happening across our team of churches on everyday in Holy Week.  I do hope you will join us on this pilgrimage of faith. It really does make coming to church on Easter Day that extra bit special when you have travelled with Jesus through Holy Week.  Please see the attached Notice Sheet for worship times, there really is something for everyone.

Another reason to shout “Hossana” and wave your palms in the air this week in Elstow Abbey, is because the heating is now fixed and working with a thermostat. Those who came last Sunday and attended funerals here this week have all commented how lovely and warm it was.

A real answer to prayer…

 

Fr. Paul

Team Rector,
Elstow Abbey & Elstow Team Ministry.
Assistant Area Dean of BedfordAbbey Vicarage
Church End
Elstow
Bedford MK42 9XT

01234 261477

07711098209

vicar@elstow-abbey.org.uk

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