April 3, 2026
Good Friday
April 3 Livestream Worship Online Bulletin for Good Friday
Opening Sentence
“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” — Psalm 22:1
Readings and Extinguishing of Light
Luke 22:39–46 (Jesus in the Garden)
Silence. Extinguish one candle.
Luke 22:47–53 (Betrayal and Arrest)
Silence. Extinguish one candle.
Luke 22:54–62 (Peter’s Denial)
Silence. Extinguish one candle.
Luke 23:26–31 (On the Way to the Cross)
Silence. Extinguish one candle.
Luke 23:32–38 (The Crucifixion)
Silence. Extinguish one candle.
Luke 23:44–46 (The Death of Jesus)
“Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.”
Remove the Christ candle (do not extinguish).
Silence
Remain in silence for 2–3 minutes.
Closing
Departure in Silence
Participants are invited to leave quietly, reflecting on the mystery of the cross.
Today’s worship participants
Our Pastor: Rev. Kelly Dotson
Music Director: Dr. Joel Reed
Worship Arts Associate: Patty Higgins
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