Palm Sunday - The Sunday of the Passion
March 29, 2026 12:00am
Services on the Sunday before Easter recall Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and reflect on his subsequent death upon the cross. At 9 am and 11 am, services include the blessing of palm branches, the reading of the Passion, and Holy Communion. The 5 pm service offers a slower, more contemplative experience, with periods of silence as well as Holy Communion. The 9 am and 11 am services are identical, featuring music from the combined choirs of St. Bartholomew’s Church. The Reverend Canon Stephanie Spellers, Canon in Residence, will preach at all services.
9 and 11 am (Church) The Liturgy of the Palms, The Passion Gospel & Choral Eucharist
On Palm Sunday, our 9 am and 11 am services are identical and feature music from the combined choirs of St. Bartholomew's Church.
Wonder Church for Kids will be offered during the 11 am service only. Please note Nursery Care, Kids Club and Youth Group are on hiatus for Palm Sunday and Easter.
The 11 am service will be livestreamed.
10:15 and 12:15 pm (Great Hall) Palm Sunday Fête for All Ages
Come to the Great Hall on Palm Sunday for a special Palm Sunday Fête for All Ages featuring traditional palm cross making, hot cross buns, coffee, tea.
5 pm (Chapel) Contemplative Eucharist
An intimate service of holy communion held in our candlelit chapel. Rhythms of silence, singing, scripture, and prayer are woven together into a quiet hour of spiritual renewal
We provide parking free of charge for our Palm Sunday services. The garage is at 136 E. 51st Street on the south side of East 51st Street, between 3rd and Lexington Avenues. Ask an usher or someone at St. Bart’s Central for a voucher. Vouchers are good for 12 hours of parking or until midnight, whichever comes first.
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