Good Friday is a major event in the Christian calendar, when we recall Jesus' crucifixion. Crucifixion is a particularly nasty form of execution, reserved in Roman times for the lowest in society. Jesus was executed like a common criminal.
There were two events to mark this important day. Firstly, there was a Walk of Witness in Branston, where a small group from our local parishes walked around Branston behind a wooden cross, held aloft in turn by members of the group. We stopped at various points to mark the Stations of the Cross, with each stopping point being marked by a reading and a prayer. The walk started and finished at All Saints, Branston, and we were glad of the (hot) drink and (not hot) hot cross buns which greeted our return. I'm not sure that everyone who saw us understood what we were doing, but it was good to demonstrate that there is a worshipping Christian community in the locality.
The second event was at Dunston Methodist Chapel, when nearly 30 children from five local parishes, including Nocton, came together for a packed programme of activities and worship. All involved thoroughly enjoyed the day. Further children's activities are planned for later in the year - keep checking the blog to find out more!
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