Lenten Resources
Download the New Holy Week Devotional Study from Sabeel.
This booklet, derived and expanded from the Sabeel Contemporary Way of the Cross to include the realities of Gaza within the Easter narrative, serves to aid participants of the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage. This initiative is a network of independent Christian groups united by a common belief, participating in a contemplative act of solidarity in various cities globally.
Through this booklet, Sabeel aims to vividly present Christ’s teachings within the historical and present-day adversities faced by our Palestinian community, particularly in Gaza. Holy Week does not only symbolize suffering and anguish but also Jesus’ approach of kindness, nonviolence, and, ultimately, resurrection—offering solace and motivation.
Movement 1: The Palestinian Narrative
The Great March of Return: The Triumphal Entry
Christian Zionism: Jesus Cleanses the Temple
International Responsibility: The Last Supper
Failure of International Community: Judas Plans to Betray Jesus
Nonviolence: Betrayal and Healing of the High Priest’s Ear
Nakba: Jesus Condemned to Die
Refugees: The Cross
Movement 2: Holy Week During the Gaza Genocide
South Africa and the International Court of Justice: Veronica Wipes Jesus’ Face
People who Carry the Cross: Journalists, Activists, and Advocates
Cutting of Access to Food, Water, and Electricity: Jesus Nailed to the Cross
Rafah and Ongoing Genocide: “My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me”
Engineered Famine: Jesus’ Death
31,000 killed: The Burial of Jesus
Resurrection
Together, Pursuing Life in the Face of Death
Join FOSNA, Sabeel Jerusalem, and the International Friends of Sabeel movement for a week of worship, lament, reflection, and resistance.
Holy Week: Schedule
(Palm Sunday) The Great March of Return: The Triumphal Entry
Struggle & Lament: Lenten Worship Series, with Kairos Center’s Freedom Church of the Poor (FCOP)
—> Take Action: Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimages (Sat & Sun): Chicago IL, Los Angeles CA, Washington DC, Phoenix AZ, East Bay CA, Atlanta GA, Minneapolis/St. Paul MN, Huntsville AL, Sacramento CA, Tacoma WA, Chattanooga TN, Davis CA, Fort Collins CO, Philadelphia PA (24-29), Chelmsford MA
(Holy Monday) Christian Zionism: Jesus Cleanses the Temple
Watch It Again - A Political Education Primer: Christian Zionism, BDS, and the Pursuit of a Christ-Centered Response to Apartheid, Dispossession, and Genocide in the Holy Land
Watch It Again - “The Stones Cry Out” Palestine and D.C. delegation webinar (Also: UCC delegation webinar)
—> Take Action: Join the Boycott Chevron Campaign
(Holy Tuesday) International Responsibility: The Last Supper
Kumi Now! Rise Up Together for Justice - Conditions in Gaza
The Palestinian Way of the Cross, with the Indiana Center for Middle East Peace
—> Take Action: Tell Congress, “Silence and Inactivity at a Time of Genocide is Complicity!”
(Spy Wednesday) Failure of International Community: Judas Plans to Betray Jesus
Sabeel Conference Webinar: Islam & Islamophobia
From Palestine to the Philippines: Stop the US-Backed Bombings and Build a Just Peace.
Wednesday Bible Study with Black Christians for Palestine - Struggle & Lament: Lenten Worship Series (FCOP)
—> Take Action: Tell Congress, “UNRWA Funding Must be Restored!”
(Maundy Thursday) Nonviolence: Betrayal and Healing of the High Priest’s Ear
Ministry of the Word: Thursday Service, with Rev. Naim Ateek
Struggle & Lament: Lenten Worship Series (FCOP) - Maundy Thursday
—> Take Action: Endorse Rev. Naim Ateek’s “A Prophetic Vision for Justice”
(Good Friday) Nakba: Jesus Condemned to Die
Struggle & Lament: Lenten Worship Series (FCOP) - Good Friday
—> Take Action: Organize locally a public vigil, demonstration, liturgy of lament or confession, or other creative action. (Example, Example, Example, Example)
—> Good Friday Vigil at The Pentagon, 7-8am, with the Lenten Ceasefire Campaign (D.C.): Contact
—> Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimages (Fri): New York City NY
(Great and Holy Saturday) Refugees: The Cross
Sabeel Online Easter Vigil, with Rev. Munther Isaac
—> Take Action: Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimages (Sat & Sun): Arlington TX, Nashville TN, Harrisonburg PA, San Diego CA, Spokane WA, Pittsburgh PA, Tacoma WA, NW Arkansas, Denver CO
Featured Actions, Events, & Resources
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Holy Week With Gaza: Devotional Study from Sabeel
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WEBINAR: THE STONES CRY OUT DELEGATION TO PALESTINE AND WASHINGTON DC
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2024 Lenten Worship Series with The Kairos Center’s Freedom Church of the Poor
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Pray-In for a Permanent Ceasefire: A Nonviolent Witness for Gaza
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Watch-Political Education Primer
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Resources for Lenten Worship (FCOP)
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Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage
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Becoming Apartheid-Free: A Three-Part Study
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Gaza Solidarity Day - "The Stones Cry Out" Campaign
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6-Week Lenten Series w/ Susan Brooksbank, Don Wagner & David Palumbo-Liu.
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Take the Apartheid-Free Pledge
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Fridays @ Fetterman's: Teach-In & Vigil
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Israeli Apartheid Week/Month
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The Contemporary Way of the Cross: A Liturgical Journey along the Palestinian Via Dolorosa
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Hosanna Preaching Project 2024
Welcome to FOSNAs new and expanding Lenten Resources page for upcoming events, archived videos, writings, and actions to take throughout the Lenten season.
Remembering the trials faced by Jesus in the wilderness, may we have the courage to reject the enticements of empire and political expediency and stand for truth regardless the cost. In our prayers, may we examine and repent of all the ways we find ourselves complicit in the suffering, dispossession, and dehumanization of others. In our fasting, may our hearts be turned to all those facing imminent famine, a result of deliberate policy choices. May we then be spurred into action for justice and peace, most especially for an immediate ceasefire, the provision of lifesaving humanitarian aid, and an end to Genocide.
Explore and Adapt A Wealth of Advent Resources from FOSNA’s Preach Palestine
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