Palm Sunday marks the beginning of what is called holy week, the last week of Jesus’ ministry before His crucifixion, death and resurrection. The observance originated in Jerusalem where Christians gathered on the Mount of Olives and marched into Jerusalem waving palm branches in remembrance of Jesus’ entry into the city. As we prepare for Easter celebrations, it is worth more than a passing mention. It is a picture of Jesus, the humble king turned conquering hero.

The palm branch is a thread connecting an old testament practice with our worship and our final redemption with the thread of the palm branch.