Easter 2026

Easter at Downtown Hope
is a time when we create space to
contemplate and celebrate
the hope of Jesus.

Y
ou're invited to join us at 255 West Street as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus as a family of faith!

Easter Sunday, April 5
Gatherings at 7, 9, + 11a

Holy Week at Downtown Hope

Palm Sunday, March 29
Gatherings at 9 + 11a

Maundy Thursday, April 2
Stations of the Cross open 10a-6p

Good Friday, April 3
Stations of the Cross open 2-6p // Gathering at 6p

All Holy Week events will take place at Downtown Hope (255 West Street, Annapolis)

Baptism

We will be celebrating baptisms during our Easter gatherings. There is no message more powerful than a changed life, and that is exactly what baptism is meant to embody–a life transformed by Jesus. If you are a follower of Jesus, and would like to be baptized, we would be honored to help you take this important step of faith this Easter.

Stations of the Cross

Want to learn more about
Stations of the Cross?

Click below for a series of readings,
reflections + prayers for further reflection.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • 3/29 - Palm Sunday. Join us at 9 + 11a for our Sunday morning gatherings as we celebrate the start of Holy Week 2026. Learn more about Sundays at DH here.

    4/2 - Maundy Thursday. A day to reflect on some of Jesus’ last moments before His crucifixion through Stations of the Cross. The stations will be open from 10a-6p at255 West Streetwith communion available.

    4/3 - Good Friday. Stations of the Cross will be open from 2-6p and our Good Friday gathering will begin at 7p. This is a somber time of worship and reflection to remember Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice on the cross.

    Note on childcare: Our children’s classrooms will be open for use during this gathering, but not staffed by volunteers.

    4/5 - Easter Sunday. You're invited to join us at 255 West Street this Easter Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus as a family of faith! This year, we will host three gatherings at 7, 9, + 11a. Our lead pastor, David Bempong, will deliver the message at all three gatherings as we contemplate the resurrection of our Savior together.

    There will be no childcare at the 7a gathering. Childcare for ages 0-4 will be available at the 9 + 11a gatherings. Classrooms will be open for use during all three gatherings.

    The 7a gathering will feature traditional hymns while the 9 + 11a gatherings will have contemporary music.

  • Come as you are! We are a casual church family, but you are welcome to wear your Sunday best to celebrate Easter.

  • 4/3 - Good Friday. Our children’s classrooms will be open for use during this gathering, but not staffed by volunteers.

    4/5 - Easter Sunday. This year, we will host three gatherings at 7, 9, + 11a at 255 West Street. A bounce house will be open for kiddos after our 9 + 11a gatherings!

    7a gathering - There will be no childcare at this gathering, but the 3 + 4's room will be available for parents.

    9a gathering - Childcare for 0-4 year olds will be available. Activity packs will be available for K-5th graders.

    11a gathering - Childcare for 0-4 year olds will be available. Activity packs will be available for K-5th graders. This gathering includes an opportunity for kids to sing with the worship team and participate in the scripture reading!

  • We recommend parking in the Park Place garage on Easter Sunday as it is free and connected to The Westin hotel. There is an elevator that takes you directly from the garage to the lobby of the hotel.

    Parking will still be available in the Amos Garrett Garage, behind Downtown Hope (255 West Street), and along Monticello Avenue.

    View a map of additional parking options on our gatherings page.

  • After Easter we would love for you to gather with us on Sunday mornings at 9 + 10:45 am at 255 West Street, Annapolis, Maryland.

    If you are new and would like to get connected at DH, you can fill out this online connect card to learn more about us, community groups, local outreach opportunities, and anything else you may have questions about.