Walk of witness, Good Friday, Churches Together, Oakham, Rutland, 2023

Walk of witness, Good Friday, Churches Together, Oakham, Rutland, 2023

The Churches Together Good Friday Walk of Witness in Oakham, Rutland is an annual event that takes place on Good Friday. The walk begins at 10.30am at Westgate and finishes at the Buttercross in the Market Place, where a short open-air service is held.

The walk is organised by Churches Together in Oakham, a group of churches from different denominations that work together to promote Christian unity and witness. The walk is open to everyone, regardless of faith or belief.

The walk is a way for Christians to remember the events of Good Friday, when Jesus Christ was crucified. It is also a way for Christians to witness to their faith in Jesus Christ.

The walk is a peaceful and reflective event. Participants are encouraged to walk in silence and to reflect on the meaning of Good Friday.

The walk is a popular event and attracts people from all over Rutland. It is a great way to learn more about the Christian faith and to experience the unity of the Christian community.

Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum. It is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Great and Holy Friday and Black Friday.

Good Friday is a day of mourning and penance for Christians. It is a day to reflect on the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. It is also a day to prepare for the celebration of Easter, the day of Jesus' resurrection.

There are many different traditions and customs associated with Good Friday. In some countries, Christians participate in processions or re-enactments of the crucifixion. In other countries, Christians fast or abstain from meat.

Hot cross buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The buns are marked with a cross, which represents the cross on which Jesus was crucified. The spices in the buns are said to represent the spices that were used to embalm Jesus' body after his death.

Hot cross buns are a popular Easter treat in many countries around the world. They are typically made with a sweet yeast dough that is flavoured with spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The buns are then baked with a cross made from flour paste on top.

There are many different theories about the origin of hot cross buns. Some believe that they originated in ancient Greece, while others believe that they were first made in medieval England. Regardless of their origin, hot cross buns have been a popular Easter treat for centuries.

Hot cross buns are a delicious and symbolic way to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. They are a reminder of his sacrifice and of the hope that he offers to all who believe in him.

Good Friday, Walk of Witness, Ecumenical Service at Buttercross Oakham 2014

Good Friday, Walk of Witness, Ecumenical Service at Buttercross Oakham 2014



From Chapel of St John and St Anne 10.30am followed by service at the Buttercross Oakham

I won't be photographing this event of witness this year and as the local paper no longer employs
its photographer Oliver, I am would be surprised if it appears this year in the Rutland Times.

Maybe Cllr Charles Haworth will take his own photograph instead of stealing mine to publish in his
perverted blog like how to protect your vicar.
 




Cllr Joyce Lucas



Cllr Roger Begy (Con)




 

Cllr Alf Dewis

Easter in Oakham Good Friday

This Good Friday’s silent walk of witness through Oakham streets was led by The Rev. Lee Francis-Dehquani (team rector, Oakham) Church members from all denominations walked through the centre of Oakham to the Butter Cross and Rev. Lee held a short service.