Good Friday Crosswalk in Bradford PA | Stations of the Cross Community Event

On Good Friday, churches across Bradford will come together for a meaningful community event that reflects on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

The Good Friday Community Crosswalk, hosted by the Bradford Area Ministerium, invites people to walk together through the Stations of the Cross, stopping at several churches throughout downtown as we remember the events leading to the crucifixion.

This is a powerful opportunity for the Christian community of Bradford to gather in unity during Holy Week.

What Is the Good Friday Crosswalk?

The Good Friday Crosswalk is a long-standing tradition in Bradford, organized by the Bradford Area Ministerium, a network of local churches working together to serve the community.

Each year, the Ministerium hosts this event as a way for churches to come together in a shared expression of faith, reflecting on Christ’s journey to the cross.

Participants walk from church to church, pausing at each location for scripture readings, prayer, and reflection on the Stations of the Cross.

Crosswalk Details

📅 Friday, April 3
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Begins at St. Bernard’s

The crosswalk will move through the following churches:

• St. Bernard’s
• First United Methodist Church
• First Presbyterian Church
• Open Arms Community Church
• Church of the Ascension
• B-Free
• Hill Memorial United Methodist Church

Participants are welcome to join for part of the walk or the entire journey.

A Community United in Reflection

The Good Friday Crosswalk is a public, community-centered event that brings together churches from across Bradford.

As the cross moves through the streets, it becomes a visible reminder of Christ’s sacrifice and the unity of the Church in our community.

At the Open Arms Community Church stop, Josh Hatcher will lead a time of singing as participants reflect together.

The Crosswalk will conclude at Hill Memorial United Methodist Church, where Pastor Zoe Hatcher will share a message at the final stop.

Whether you attend one of the participating churches or are simply looking for a meaningful Good Friday event in Bradford PA, you are invited to take part.

Join Us This Good Friday

If you are looking for a meaningful way to observe Good Friday, this is a powerful experience that brings together faith, community, and reflection.

At Open Arms Community Church in Bradford PA, we are honored to be one of the stops along the Crosswalk.

We invite you to join us as we remember the sacrifice of Jesus and prepare our hearts for Easter.