Palm Sunday Action

3pm - 5pm
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Terry Schrunk Plaza, Downtown Portland

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An Invitation to Action

Christians are called to love our neighbors—healing the sick, feeding the hungry, welcoming the stranger, and honoring the dignity of every child of God. On Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, Christians across the country will stand together against authoritarianism and white Christian nationalism, rejecting a politics rooted in greed, cruelty, and oppression. As Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey—symbolizing humble, just leadership that cares for the poor and vulnerable—we will follow his example and embody the heart of our faith. Join us from 3-5pm at Terry Schrunk Plaza in downtown Portland as we proclaim that love of God and love of neighbor is the way forward.

Together, we join thousands of Christians around the country in witness to the violent power of Empire, just as Jesus did when he entered Jerusalem on a humble donkey.

Liturgy 

Assemble

Gather & Ground

Connection

Singing, Scripture, and Story

Commotion

Palms and Procession around the Block 

Communion

Shared Gifts and Shared Meal

Closing

Collective Action Today and Tomorrow

Why this

and Why now?

Christians stand for loving our neighbors. We stand for healing the sick, feeding the hungry, and welcoming the stranger.  We stand for telling the truth and honoring the dignity and worth of every child of God.  On Palm Sunday, March 29th 2026, Christians across the country will stand up to the rise of authoritarianism and white Christian nationalism.  We will stand against the politics of greed, cruelty, and oppression by continuing to show the country that our central commandments, to love God and love our neighbors, is our way forward.  

On the day Christians celebrate as Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem in opposition to the greed, cruelty, and oppression of the Roman Empire on a donkey, a symbol of a just, humble leader who cares for the poor, the hungry, the sick, and the stranger. Christians will follow Jesus and embody the heart of our faith on Palm Sunday.  We will draw a contrast to the values guiding the actions of the current administration, as we embody and celebrate our love for God and love for our neighbors, regardless of where we come from or what we look like. 

We proclaim a faith that centers love for our neighbors and rejects a politics rooted in greed and cruelty. To be a Christian is to choose love. Join us as we embody that love and celebrate the heart of our faith on Palm Sunday!

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FAQs

  • While we’ll be drawing from the Christian story of Palm Sunday, we invite all people of faith and conscience to walk, pray, sing, and stand with us. Whether you belong to one of the sponsoring congregations or are a neighbor seeking justice, you are welcome.

    You are welcome to invite others too!

    Please click here for info to share with your congregation.

  • We will gather at Terry Schrunk Plaza, located at 431 SW Madison St, Portland, OR 97204. Look for the banners and the group assembled near the brick amphitheater area.

    • Comfortable shoes for the procession.

    • Water to stay hydrated.

    • Signs or Banners: You are welcome to bring messages of welcome and justice, though we will also provide chalk for our collective sidewalk witness.

    • Palms: We will have some palms available, but also encourage you to bring palms from your congregation’s Sunday morning service. 

  • SmartPark: The 1st & Jefferson SmartPark Garage is the most convenient and affordable city-owned option nearby.

    Other Options: There are several surface lots and garages along SW 3rd and 4th Avenues. You can also use the Parking Kitty app for easy street-level payments.

  • This is a nonviolent, prayerful public witness. We are publicly calling for justice, rooted in the Palm Sunday tradition of faithful presence, song, and community solidarity. All participants will be asked to commit to nonviolence.

    There will be safety and de-escalation teams on site to support the gathering.

  • Yes. Terry Schrunk Plaza is completely flat and step-free, featuring gentle ramps and paved walkways. Our procession will take place on standard city sidewalks with curb cuts at every intersection to ensure it is accessible for those using wheelchairs or strollers.

    • Yes. There is seating in the ampitheater portion of Terry Schrunk Plaza; however, we will be walking/processing as part of the gathering. 

    • You may bring your own chair, if desired.

  • Clergy and Deacons from Lake Oswego United Church of Christ, St. John the Evangelist Episcopal, St. Matthew Lutheran, Faith United Methodist Church, Waverly Heights United Church of Christ, and dozens of congregations organizing alongside Together Lab in the Portland Metro area.

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