Why do we call this Sunday both "Palm" and "Passion"? In this message, we reflect on how Holy Week embodies God going "all in" for creation. From the exuberant shouts of the Jerusalem crowds to the quiet intimacy of a final meal and the lifegiving terror of the cross, we see a God who refuses to play it safe.

Drawing on the poetry of R.S. Thomas and Rumi, we explore why the "best and most fruitful people" are those who don't dispense with the storms. We also celebrate the unique way our community practices this—sharing both our deepest joys and our heaviest griefs—as we answer Christ's call to "remain awake" to the fullness of what it means to be alive.

Scripture Reading: Matthew 21:1-11

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All In: Liturgical Theme All in for the Highs and the Lows © 2025 Barn Geese Worship. Used by permission.

Children's Story referenced - The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld

This sermon was preached in Winnipeg on March 29, 2026.