Journey to the Cross is a powerfully moving, multisensory family event that takes people along the path Jesus walked during his last days on earth. Activities focused on Jesus’ love and forgiveness demonstrate the real meaning of Easter: the victory of our risen Christ over death!

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Designed specifically for parents and their children to experience together, this event teaches about the life-changing message of the cross in a way that everyone can understand and will never forget.

During the 25-minute family experience (open from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.) on Good Friday, April 18, 2025, families will travel through 7 surprising and engaging stations and discover God's joy, sorrow, and incredible grace together.

The Journey begins when families are welcomed into the Kids Ministry lobby and given instructions on beginning the Journey to the Cross.

Station 1: Journey Snapshots

Families strike a pose in front of the Journey to the Cross pathway for a keepsake snapshot

Station 2: Jesus Is Coming

Families join the crowd of people who’ve gathered excitedly to catch a glimpse of Jesus as he enters Jerusalem.

Station 3: Jesus Loves Me

Families reflect on why Jesus came to be with us, help us, and love us. Jesus left heaven to be with us. They’ll enter into darkness and contemplate the effect our sins have in our lives.

Station 4: Jesus Institutes the Lord’s Supper

Families observe a live scene of the Last Supper, depicting the final meal Jesus shared with his disciples before his crucifixion. During this final meal, Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper. Families will learn the importance and meaning of the Lord’s Supper for believers today.

Station 5: Jesus Suffered for Us

Families experience the power of the eternal gift Jesus gave to us, a sacrifice that only he could make. Jesus paid the price for all our sins. They’ll discover how Jesus washed away our sins.

Station 6: Jesus Is Alive!

Families experience the joy of grace, forgiveness, and eternal life. Jesus defeated death and gave us eternal life!

Station 7: Journey Cafe

Kids and families pause, snack, and chat in the fellowship hall with volunteers who intentionally strike up conversations. It’s a great place to build friendships as you complete your Journey to the Cross family experience.

After the Journey

After your Journey to the Cross family experience, join us in the Worship Center for Cries from the Cross from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m., followed by a Good Friday Community Remembrance Service from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.