This day is called Good Friday, which is not really good because “good” is too neutral a term. The events of Good Friday are the ultimate paradox—at once atrocious and wonderful, scandalous and beautiful, the worst kind of hate and the best kind of love. On this day we were convicted and pardoned, condemned and freed, cursed and blessed.
It was the darkest day. Many who had followed Jesus up to now fled from the events of Friday. And those who stayed to watch wept in horror: the phony trial, the mob that cried out for the blood of the man who was unbending in the weight of their demands and expectations. The brutal beating, the savagery of the soldiers, the grueling walk through the city he had entered to cheers just days before. Finally, the nails pounded into flesh, the tortured body slouched over, the naked man died as his enemies jeered.
This Good Friday, we’re gathering with Soma Venice for a service to remember, reflect, and worship on this day of Paradox. We’ll gather from 7pm to 8pm at Musician’s Choice Studios. 3820 Hoke Avenue, Culver City.
Kids
We wil not have a special environment for kids, but we will have a live-stream available for those who can’t meet in person
Parking
Free street parking on Willat Avenue. We'll be there to help, and you won't be able to miss us with the signs. The entrance is on Hoke Avenue. Here's a map to help you.
Health and Safety
Following CDC and LA County guidelines, masks are optional but encouraged for the unvaccinated, the high risk.