First United Methodist Church will lead its traditional one-mile community walk with the cross through downtown Hendersonville on Good Friday, April 19, starting at 11:00 a.m. in the church parking lot on Buncombe Street.
“Each year, Christian pilgrims walk the Via Dolorosa (Way of the Cross) in Jerusalem,” says Rev. Mark Ralls, Senior Minister. “We feel called to do the same on the streets of our beloved Hendersonville. Come join us on this pilgrimage.”
The event is open to all, including families with children. Rain or shine, the procession begins in the church parking lot, then moves in silence down Main Street, before returning to the church. Arriving at the church’s Sanctuary, walkers will continue their observance with the Good Friday Service at noon.
Prior to the Crosswalk, the community is invited to a reception beginning at 10 a.m. to enjoy freshly baked Hot Cross Buns, a traditional Easter sweet roll decorated with a sugar glaze in the shape of a cross.
First United Methodist Church is at 5th and Church in Hendersonville.
