Church invites public to view 14 Stations of the Cross

Published 2:02 pm Saturday, March 31, 2007

As a special feature of its observance of Holy Week, the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, invites the public to review the Stations of the Cross while strolling along the tranquil Nature Walk on the grounds of the church.

The Rev. James Benbrook is pastor of the church, located at 806 Concordia Ave. in Vidalia.

The 14 Stations of the Cross are representative of the last tortuous steps of Jesus, while carrying his cross to Calvary.

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Visitors are invited to come alone or in a small group and, amid the beauty and serenity of this natural setting, reflect on the significance of Christ’s journey toward the crucifixion.

The walk is open any day of the week during Holy Week, April 1 to 8.

The Church of the Good Shepherd welcomes anyone who wishes to participate in this spiritually enriching experience during Holy Week. The path is open at all times to the public.

All are invited to join in special worship services during Holy Week, as well.

Those services include Palm Sunday, April 1, Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m.; Maundy Thursday, April 5, Holy Eucharist at 6 p.m.; Good Friday, April 6, at 6 p.m.; Easter Vigil, April 7, at 6 p.m.; and Easter Sunday, April 8, Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m