Palm Sunday Promise
On Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem with nothing but truth, humility, and an unshakeable love for the world. That spirit brings us together to walk to the Capitol, and it calls us forward into what comes next.
The Palm Sunday Promise is an invitation to carry that spirit beyond a single day. It is for those who will be with us in Lansing and for those who will be praying along with us from across the state. For those in the pews and those outside them. For anyone who believes that the values of compassion, justice, and welcome are too important to set down. The Promise asks three things of each of us: Pray. Learn. Act.
This is my Palm Sunday Promise:
I will pray for healing and justice in my community, in America and the world.
I will learn about how today’s issues affect the county where I live.
I will act to serve God and my neighbor and to strengthen democracy.
On Palm Sunday we remember that Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a simple donkey.
He challenged the greedy and powerful of his day with humility and peace.
Authorities crucified him on Friday. But God raised him from the dead on Sunday.
The power of God’s love is greater than the powers of this world.
This Palm Sunday, we want the world to know:
We stand with Jesus Christ in his love for all.
When others forget, we will remember the way of Christ.
We will feed the hungry, welcome the stranger, and heal the sick.
We will practice loving all our neighbors, including our enemies.
We will teach that the whole earth is God's good Creation placed into our care.
And we will organize for a country that reflects these Christian values.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Our volunteer team has gathered resources to help you with each part of your Palm Sunday Promise to pray, learn, and act.