Lent 2026: Preparing the Way
Lent is a time for reflection and prayer as we prepare the way for Easter Sunday. Below are the events happening at Plymouth during this Lenten season.
Action in Contemplation: A Lenten Devotional
Pastor John and the Board of Christian Social Action have written a series of devotionals for you to read and reflect upon during Lent. There are 3 readings per week. Paper copies can be found near the entrances to the Sanctuary, or click here for a digital copy.
Lent Devotional Conversations
Those participating in this devotional are also invited to share your thoughts and hear how the devotional is inspiring friends on the Lenten path in the Lent Devotional Conversations. Join the Board of Spiritual Growth in the Library on Sundays at 10 AM during Lent on March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29.
Holy Week at Plymouth | March 29 to April 5
Palm Sunday Worship | March 28- 29
Join us in celebrating Palm Sunday! All services the weekend of March 28-29 will be celebrating with palms.
Standing with Our Neighbors on Palm Sunday | March 29
Churches across Iowa will be joining together for a coordinated act of public witness on Palm Sunday, March 29 from 2-4 PM.
Plymouth is invited to join with many other congregations for a festive march from Capitol Hill Lutheran Church (511 Des Moines St) to the State Capitol. After arriving at the Capitol, there will be a time of music, prayer, and a call to stand in solidarity with our neighbors. We will follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who entered Jerusalem to confront systems of injustice and violence in the name of God's love and peace. See a schedule for this march below.
2 PM: Begin gathering at Capitol Hill Lutheran Church
2:30 PM: March to the State Capitol
3-4 PM: Service of Public Witness at the State Capitol
Palm Sunday Prayer Service for Peace | March 29
The Palm Sunday Prayer Service for Peace will take place on Palm Sunday, March 29 at 7 pM at Aldersgate United Methodist Church (3600 75th St. Urbandale). We will gather in support of peace and justice, an end to war and an end to violence in our communities. Rev Dr. Edgar Solis is the guest speaker. This service is sponsored by Des Moines Faith Committee for Peace and co-sponsored by Plymouth Peace and Justice Committee.
Maundy Thursday Dinner | April 2
The Maundy Thursday Dinner will be held from 6 -7 PM in Waveland Hall. Click here to get your dinner tickets.Reservations for the meal close on March 24 at 12 PM. An early dinner for our Chancel Choir members will be available at 5:30 PM.
Maundy Thursday Service | April 2
At 7:30 PM join a traditional service of Maundy Thursday Communion around the table, as we observe the Last Supper, followed by the Tenebrae reading as we journey with Christ through Holy Week and descend into darkness.
Walk the Labyrinth | April 3 and 4
Come walk the Labyrinth alone or with a small group in the comfort of Waveland Hall. Use this time to walk while meditating or praying, to sit quietly listening to soft music or to draw and write your thoughts and prayers. The Labyrinth will be open:
Good Friday, April 3 from 10 AM - 10 PM
Holy Saturday, April 4 from 8 AM - 2 PM
Good Friday Service | April 3
Join us on 7:30 PM in the Sanctuary as we journey to the Crucifixion on Good Friday.
Family Easter Egg Hunt | April 4
All families are invited to our upcoming Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 from 2-4 PM. There will be a bounce house, games, prizes and pictures with the Easter Bunny. This event is free and open to all, no sign up needed.
Holy Saturday Easter Vigil | April 4
Join us at 5 PM on Holy Saturday for the Easter Vigil service in Waveland Hall.
Easter Sunday | April 5
Sunrise Service at 6:15 AM in the Memorial Garden
Join Pastor Luke bright and early for a gathering of eager anticipants who simply cannot wait until 9 a.m. to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus. This service will be held at 6:15 AM on Easter in the Memorial Garden.
Easter Services at 9 and 11 AM
Celebrate the risen Christ and life restored at our Easter Sunday worship services. Our Matins and Soul Singers will sing at the 9 AM service, Chancel Choir will sing at 11 AM Plymouth Brass will take part in both worship services.
Flower Cross on Easter Sunday
On Easter Sunday, we invite everyone to bring flowers to church to adorn our flower cross. As you arrive for worship, we encourage you to add your flowers to the cross. Our collective offerings will blend to beautify the cross. Following worship, you may choose to take family photos in front of the cross! See photos bel
