March 19, 2026

Walking together
This Lent we’ve been living into the theme of walking together. Last Sunday we walked our labyrinth together on the paths of purgation, illumination, and reunion. This Sunday, March 22, we will walk together in another symbolic pilgrimage – The Way of the Cross, walking with Jesus through the streets of Jerusalem from Gabbatha to Golgotha and the tomb.

Walking as prayer is a good thing. Walking as pilgrims to sites that carry moments and memories is a wonderful practice. But walking is also supposed to get you to a destination. Next Sunday, March 29 (Palm Sunday), we will walk together with Christians from around Eugene and Springfield not in prayer, nor in memory, but for a purpose. The details are below. I hope you will bring your palms and join us as we walk to reclaim the voice and image of what it means to walk in the Way of Christ.

Palm Sunday Action
Reclaiming Christianity in the Public Square
Stranding up & Speaking against White Christian Nationalism

On Palm Sunday, Christians remember that Jesus did not enter the city as a ruler or conqueror. He came riding a donkey, a symbol of humility and peace. To counter the message of Christian Nationalism, this is the message we would like to demonstrate publicly this year! 

Event: Palm Sunday Action: Reclaiming Christianity in the Public Square

Where: First Christian Church, 1166 Oak Street, Eugene (Park in Overpark on 10th & Oak, consider carpooling if possible), and 799 Oak Street, Eugene, Wayne Morse Free Speech Plaza

When: Palm Sunday, March 29th. Meet at the Church at 2 pm, March begins at 2:30, arrive at 2:45 (or shortly after) at Wayne Morse Free Speech Plaza (Please feel free to meet us at the Plaza at 2:45 as needed)

What: At First Christian Church’s sanctuary, we will practice our songs for the event. Then we will march together to the Free Speech Plaza, where there will be songs, speakers, and chants! Please join us for this demonstration in the powerful bond of conviction and community!

What to bring:

Participating faith communities are welcome to bring their congregation’s banner and hold sign-making parties to prepare

Clergy, please wear full vestments for this event, as you are invited to lead the March to the Plaza

Palms/Oregon Ferns to wave as we march and sing

Banners with themes of Peace/ Love /Justice  are welcome and encouraged

For free downloadable Palm Sunday “No Kings” Protest Posters and other products, visit https://www.illustratedministry.com/2026/palm-sunday-no-kings/ (Scroll about halfway down the page and submit your name and email, and they will email you a free package of materials to download!)