NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa. (RVO) – The New Bethlehem First United Methodist Church, led by Pastor Bud Davis, walked along the streets of New Bethlehem this afternoon to raise awareness for Good Friday. ‘Good Friday’ is the Friday before Easter Sunday, on which the crucifixion of Jesus Christ is commemorated. Crucifixion is the the execution or death of a person by nailing or binding them to a cross.

Members of the New Bethlehem First United Methodist Church participate in their Annual ‘Cross Walk’ with respect to Good Friday. (*Photo courtesy of TechReady Professionals)

A small, but mighty crowd from the New Bethlehem United Methodist Church walked through the downtown business district of New Bethlehem this afternoon, holding a large cross to remind folks of the cross Jesus carried to his crucifixion.  The crowd made several stops throughout the walk to join in worship, prayer and song.

Following the ‘Cross Walk’ the group had a time of reflection to share their experience. Various participants shared comments including;

‘What a somber and respectful experience. One can only imagine the pain and suffering Jesus experienced when he died for our sins’

‘I saw people in their businesses and those driving past watching our group. I know we brought people closer to our Lord Jesus Christ by way of outreach ministry and leading by example’

‘Thank you to everyone who attended today and shared this experience with one another and our local community’

Pastor Davis concluded the event with prayer and invited church members to bring a family member or friend to next year’s ‘Cross Walk’ so the Church can continue to grow their ministry beyond the walls of the church and throughout the New Bethlehem area and Redbank Valley community.

PHOTOS:
View photos from the event here: https://goo.gl/zcLpeB

CONTACT:
To learn more about the New Bethlehem First United Methodist Church and the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministry, please call 814.275.3900 or visit their website: RVUMM.com or find them on Facebook: Facebook.com/RVUMM

COMMUNITY SUNRISE SERVICE:
This Sunday, the Redbank Valley Church Association is hosting their annual Community Sunrise Service at the First Church of God along Route 861 in New Bethlehem PA this Sunday, April 1st, at 7am. For more info, please visit: Facebook.com/events/831170200426634

Come and celebrate the RESURRECTION of our Lord and Savior JESUS CHRIST this Easter Sunday morning! We will sing our praises to our King Jesus! Pastor John Phillips will be bringing us our Resurrection Sunday message.

Following service a sausage gravy and biscuit breakfast will be provided. Bring your whole family to this early morning event to celebrate life! First Church of God’s Morning Worship Service will begin at 10:00 AM. (there will be no Sunday School).