At St Aidan’s we have a set of images depicting Jesus’ journey to Calvary from the trial by Pilate to placing his body in the borrowed tomb. On Fridays in Lent we walk round these images or ‘stations’ and meditate on this journey, using short bible readings and prayers. A printed order of service is available. A different set of readings prayers and meditations will be used for a service on Good Friday which includes singing verses from suitable hymns.

A sung service of holy communion during which Palm crosses are distributed in remembrance of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem when Palm branches were waved in welcome.

We commemorate the institution of Holy Communion by our Lord on the night before his passion. At the end of the service the altar is stripped of all furnishings, the Blessed Sacrament is transferred to the Altar of Repose and a silent vigil commences. Stay for any or all of this special evening.

On this the most solemn day of the church’s year we follow Christ on his last journey to the Cross, walking (if able) or sitting and joining in short prayers interspersed with readings, meditations and hymns. We are encouraged to reflect on the meaning of Christ’s suffering and our response to it, while anticipating the mystery of the resurrection, two days later.

A celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus with sung Eucharist. NB incense will be offered during this service.