Thank you to our church communities across Norfolk and Waveney for sharing their Easter celebrations on social media and tagging the Diocese of Norwich. Here are a snapshot of gathered posts;
The Churches of Dickleburgh and The Pulhams
In Eastern Europe it is traditional to bring baskets for a blessing at Easter. The baskets includes Pascha Breads, Cakes, cheeses, meats, herbs, salt, decorated boiled eggs and a candle. The Rector, Fr Carl and Fr Oswin from Mirfield had a good look at the beautiful baskets and spoke to families about their life here in the UK and Ukraine.
The GGM Benefice
The Northern Leg of The Pilgrims Cross visited St Botolph’s on their way to Walsingham for the Easter weekend.
St Mark’s Oulton Broad
Children enjoyed the Easter Egg and Easter crafts event at St Mark’s church. “My son had a lovely time! Thank you for organising and all at the little crafting tables.”
St Mary Magdalene Church, Gorleston
Hundreds of people joined a Community Easter Egg Hunt. A special shout out to Pakefield Pastures for bringing their wonderful animals – they were a real highlight.
Sprowston Group of Churches
Easter Sunrise Communion at Britannia Barracks, Norwich. Alleluia. Chris is Risen. He is risen indeed.
North Flegg Parish Churches
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Walk the Way of the Cross from West Somerton to Winterton on Good Friday. Special thanks to 901 Troop Marine Cadets for their help and support.
North Walsham Benefice
5.45am Easter dawn service at Edingthorpe. As the Body of the Resurrected Lord was elevated at the Consecration so did the sun rise outside!
Norwich Cathedral
On BlueSky, the Bishop of Norwich, the Rt Revd Graham Usher writes: ‘ From darkness to light. 7 baptised and 38 confirmed at Norwich Cathedral. Incredible stories of following Jesus. Alleluia! Christ is risen!
Swaffham Parish Church
On BlueSky, the Bishop of Lynn, the Rt Revd Dr Jane Steen writes: ‘Great Easter morning in Swaffham parish church and wonderful to baptise and confirm. Alleluia! Christ is risen.’
Great Yarmouth Minster
On Instagram, the Bishop of Thetford, the Rt Revd Ian Bishop writes: ‘Easter has been a journey. The quiet reflection of Good Friday at Wreningham, through the stormy winds of an Easter vigil at Great Yarmouth Minster and finishing with great celebrations at Wretham.
