Walk With Christ

On Good Friday, our church ward works with another ward to put on a pageant of sorts to celebrate the atonement and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Basically, events from the last days of the Savior on earth are told/re-enacted. Guests take guided tours going from room to room. In each room, there is a short presentation with scenes, props, costumes, etc. that depict an important event such as the baptism of Jesus, the instituting of the Sacrament, His crucifixion, resurrection, etc.

This really is a pretty big project and time commitment for those participating, but I think it is a great way to focus on and celebrate the true meaning and importance of Easter.


We started doing this last year and both times I have been asked to play a part in the "Christ in the Americas" scene. This year it was much easier, because, I could recycle my costume from last year and the memorized lines were more familiar. Ashley also participated this year, providing one of the musical numbers in the chapel to entertain those waiting for their tours to start. 

Even better, Dave was there.  In years, past he is usually working because it's tax season.  Last year I had to ask friends to take the girls through the "walk" and then keep them until I was finished and could come pick them up.  This year, the girls went through with Dave and I didn't have to worry about them at all.  Because I am a participant, I don't actually get to walk through and see the other presentations.  Although maybe next year...I'm hoping I can.  Anyway, a funny story was that the High Priests in our ward did a presentation on the earthly ministry and baptism of Jesus Christ.  One of the men played a leper, who was shrouded and sick.  Apparently, it was pretty dramatic because afterwards Paige's main concern was getting some clarification about lepers.