March 29th, 10:30 am

The Liturgy of the Palms and Holy Eucharist

(One service only this day; gather at the Labyrinth)

The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday begins with rejoicing, waving palms, processing into the church as we remember Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem. But it doesn’t last long. Once inside the church, the tone of the liturgy shifts toward Maundy Thursday and Good Friday and things become more somber. We’ll listen to a dramatic presentation of St. Matthew's version of the Passion Narrative.

During Holy Week the stories of Jesus’ suffering, death, and resurrection are remembered and retold, both in words and in ritual actions, at services throughout the week. Holy Week ends at just before sunup on Easter morning with The Great Vigil of Easter.

Tuesday in Holy Week

March 31st, 6:30 pm

Artists' Stations of the Cross

The Stations of the Cross recalls the last events of Jesus’ life from his condemnation to his burial. The service imitates the practice of visiting the places of Jesus' Passion in the Holy Land by early Christian pilgrims. The Artists' Stations of the Cross service is a beautiful way to prayerfully engage in the journey toward the Cross and the hope of the Resurrection. Offerings of multi-faceted art will be displayed, including visual art, writing, and music. You can view the 2020 service via this link  here on YouTube.

Wednesday in Holy Week

April 1st, 7:30 pm

Tenebrae: A Service of Shadows

Tenebrae is a prolonged meditation on Christ’s suffering. Readings trace the story of Christ’s passion, music portrays his pathos, and the power of silence and darkness suggests the drama of this momentous day. As lights are extinguished, we ponder the depth of Christ’s suffering and death; we remember the cataclysmic nature of his sacrifice as we hear the overwhelming sound of the “strepitus”; and through the return of the small but persistent flame of the Christ candle at the conclusion of the service, we anticipate the joy of ultimate victory.

Thursday in Holy Week

April 2nd

Maundy Thursday with Footwashing and Holy Eucharist, 7:30 pm

“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another as I have loved you.” On Maundy Thursday, the Church universally remembers Jesus’ “last supper” with his disciples.  Scripture tells us that they gathered in an “upper  room” for the passover meal. The Maundy Thursday service focuses on the Last Supper as the institution of the Lord’s Supper, Eucharist, Communion. We will include a foot washing service before ending with the Stripping of the Altar. 

The Vigil in the Chapel of Repose, 9 pm

(Virtual service only.)

In the Chapel of Shalom is where the Altar of Repose will be setup. Parishioners will keep vigil virtually in prayer and adoration, recalling our Lord’s agony in the Garden of Gethsemane and his rebuke to his disciples: “What? Could you not watch one hour with me?” Those keeping vigil further recall and respond to Jesus’ admonition to his disciples to stay awake to pray with him until the Roman soldiers come to arrest and imprison him. The vigil will be streamed via YouTube only and will conclude at 8 am on Friday, April 3rd.

Friday in Holy Week

April 3rd, 7:30 pm

Good Friday

The Friday before Easter Sunday is when the church commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.  The service includes John’s account of the Passion gospel, a form of prayer known as the solemn collects (dating from ancient Rome), and optional devotions before the cross, commonly known as the veneration (or adoration) of the cross. The altar is unadorned, crosses are draped in black, and communion is distributed in silence from the reserved sacrament. 

Sunday

April 5th

The Great Vigil of Easter, 6:30 am

The Great Vigil of Easter, also known as the Paschal Vigil, is the first official celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus and is considered the most significant liturgy of the Christian year. Held after sundown on Holy Saturday and before sunrise on Easter Sunday, it marks the end of Lent and the culmination of the Sacred Triduum (the three days of Jesus' passion, death, and resurrection). The liturgy is traditionally divided into four distinct movements that take worshippers from darkness to light: The Service of Light, The Liturgy of the Word, The Liturgy of Baptism, and The Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Day

10:30 am & 6 pm

Easter is the principal festival of the church year, both the day and season. Easter Day is the annual feast of the Resurrection, the pascha or Christian Passover. Throughout the Easter Season, the acclamation The Lord is risen, the Lord is risen indeed will ring joyfully through Episcopal Churches in celebration of the mystery and miracle of Easter. The Easter Season lasts fifty days, from Easter Eve through the Day of Pentecost.

Easter Breakfast

April 5th @ 8 am

Easter Egg Hunt

April 5th @ 9 am

Easter Lunch

April 5th @ 12 pm

The Great Vigil of Easter, 6:30 am

The Great Vigil of Easter, also known as the Paschal Vigil, is the first official celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus and is considered the most significant liturgy of the Christian year. Held after sundown on Holy Saturday and before sunrise on Easter Sunday, it marks the end of Lent and the culmination of the Sacred Triduum (the three days of Jesus' passion, death, and resurrection). The liturgy is traditionally divided into four distinct movements that take worshippers from darkness to light: The Service of Light, The Liturgy of the Word, The Liturgy of Baptism, and The Liturgy of the Eucharist.

Easter Breakfast

April 5th @ 8 am

Easter Egg Hunt

April 5th @ 9 am

Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Day

10:30 am & 6 pm

Easter is the principal festival of the church year, both the day and season. Easter Day is the annual feast of the Resurrection, the pascha or Christian Passover. Throughout the Easter Season, the acclamation The Lord is risen, the Lord is risen indeed will ring joyfully through Episcopal Churches in celebration of the mystery and miracle of Easter. The Easter Season lasts fifty days, from Easter Eve through the Day of Pentecost.

Easter Breakfast

Parish Life invites you to join everyone for the Easter morning Breakfast following The Easter Vigil. Breakfast will be around 8 am. St. Bart’s beloved Kenny will be preparing an abundant Easter breakfast!

Easter Day Festive Luncheon

Following the 10:30 am service, Parish Life will be hosting a Festive Easter Luncheon!

Easter Lunch

April 5th @ 12 pm

We will celebrate with bourbon glazed hams, hashbrown casseroles (funeral potatoes), potato salad, broccoli salad, and chilled shrimp adorned with lemons and fresh dill, and an abundance of food from our parish family!

Parish Life will be supplying hams, hashbrown casseroles, potato salad, broccoli salad and shrimp and are requesting the Parish family to provide as listed below: 

Last names beginning with A-F / savory items

Last names beginning with G-L / desserts

Last Names beginning with M-R / Veggies, chips, and dips

Last Names beginning with S-Z / sparkling beverages (cider, soda, water, wine)

If your last name does not align with your famous and amazing recipe or dish, then we will not mind a bit if you bring your delicious dish to share! We also encourage everyone to bring beverages to add to the day’s festivity and Parish Life pantry.

Bishop Wright invites all to take part in a Holy Lent through a five-week Lenten teaching series titled We Confess.

Each Sunday in Lent, we will gather in The Meeting Room at 9:30 am for discussion based on the week's video and reflection guide.

Easter brings members and friends of St. Bartholomew’s the opportunity to thank God for the blessings and special people in their lives and to remember loved ones at this holy time of year, by making a special donation to the Music or Flower ministry or to both ministries. 

A dedication from the donor

will be included in the Easter Day bulletin. You can use this form to provide your dedication. 

A link to pay via Realm will

be included in your dedication confirmation email; you can use the printed form, write a check, and place in the offering plate; or you can submit a dedication, to admin@stbartsatlanta.org. 

Any donation amount is welcomed.

Confirmation is the sacramental rite in which individuals make a mature commitment to Christ and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and

the laying on of hands by a bishop. It is a time of deepening faith, affirming

baptismal vows, and taking an active role in the church community. Whether you

were baptized as an infant, youth, or adult, confirmation is an opportunity to explore

your faith, understand Episcopal traditions, and embrace your calling to serve Christ and the Church.

To prepare for confirmation, Hazel+ and Mark+ will lead a five-session class on Mar. 15, Mar. 29; Apr. 19, May 3,

and May 17 at 9:15 a.m. (location TBD). This class in in preparation for the rite of confirmation to be performed at 4:00 PM on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. Philip. We have a core group of young people who are participating, but confirmation is for everyone. If you've been considering it for a while, please join us. To indicate

interest or learn more, please email Mark+ at mark@stbartsatlanta.org .

Are you curious about the preparation for the services? Our ministry revolves around the care of eucharistic vessels, linens, and preparing the nave for all services. Whether you are a life-long Episcopalian or new to the church, the altar guild is a wonderful way to learn more about our faith and liturgy. 

If you would like to learn more, please contact David Watkins at davidw48@comcast.net.

We’re excited to invite you to take part in a living expression of our shared faith, gifts, and service. 

The Stewardship Tree is an interactive display that grows leaf by leaf as we name the many ways we give of ourselves to our church and the world. 

Each leaf represents a beloved member of our community and the unique ways they offer their time, energy, and care.

Here’s how it works: 

Simply write your name on one side of a leaf and list the ministries, activities, or acts of service you’re part of on the other.

As the weeks go by, our tree will grow with the richness of our collective offerings. Whether you serve on a ministry, bring snacks for coffee hour, volunteer at the food bank, offer prayers at home, or even bring your compost to the garden—every act of love counts. Let’s fill the branches

with gratitude, presence, and joy. Every leaf is a testament to how we embody the heart of St. Bart’s. 

Come add your leaf!

You can fulfill your pledge in three ways:

• Online: through onrealm.org

• By Check or Cash: mailed or brought to the church

• By Check mailed to: St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church,

2897 N Druid Hills Rd, #508, Atlanta, GA 30329

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to the life and mission of St. Batrholomew’s.

Please fill out a pledge card (found in the inner narthex).