Holy Week and Easter at All Saints

This year we will hold reduced capacity in-person services and will also livestream all of the services on our website and on Facebook. Please RSVP online or by calling (503) 777-3829. If there is a service you are interested in attending that is full, please email priest@allsaintspdx.org as spots may open up. Mask wearing and physical distancing will be required. Singing by cantors only at this time.

New Holy Week Offering: This year we have a modern rendition of Stations of the Cross by a guest artist. You can come pray through the Stations any time from Noon to 1pm on Tuesday and Thursday in a calm space with contemplative music. There will be a booklet including special prayers and the artist's notes to follow along with. You can also come pray with them up to 30 minutes before or after any of the Holy Week services. Booklets will be available starting on Tuesday (3/30). Please observe physical distancing as you move through the Stations.

Maundy Thursday, April 1

We call to mind the Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples and the new command he gave to love one another.

• 7:00pm - Service in the Nave (worship space) with music, Communion and the Stripping of the Altar.
• Observing the rituals of footwashing and an Agape Meal at home is encouraged. You can find instructions for doing these rituals at home here.
• There is a modern, artistic rendition of the Stations of the Cross that people can pray with up to 30 minutes before or after the 7pm service. It is available during the Noon hour on Thursday (4/1) as well.

Good Friday, April 2

We remember Christ’s Passion and death on the cross.

• 7:00pm - Service in the Nave (worship space) with music, St. John’s Passion and the Veneration of the cross.
• This Stations of the Cross at All Saints devotional video is available on our website can be done at any time that day.
• There will be a modern rendition of the Stations of the Cross that people can pray with on Good Friday 30 minutes before or after the 7:00pm service. It is available during the Noon hour on Tuesday (3/30) and Thursday (4/1) as well.

The Great Vigil of Easter, April 3

Beginning with darkness, we light the new fire and hear a re-telling of the stories of God’s love for us. With the announcement that the Lord is risen and the ringing of bells, we celebrate the first Eucharist of Easter.

• 8:00pm - Abbreviated Vigil Service begins outside and moves into the Nave (worship space).

Easter Day, Sunday of the Resurrection, April 4

Christ is risen! Festive Alleluia-filled services

• 8:00am - Service in the Nave (worship space) with music and Communion.
• 9:00am - Service outside with music, weather permitting. Service will move inside if it’s raining. Bring lawn chairs if you have them. Folding chairs will also be provided.
• 10:15am - Service in the Nave (worship space) with Communion.