Granville Ecumenical VBS
June 1-5, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Registration Opens March 23. Register by May 15.
An opportunity for children, ages 4 to rising sixth graders to experience Christian formation, fellowship, and fun. We strive to build relationships across congregations by focusing on our common beliefs.
Palm Sunday
Sunday, March 29 at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Ecumenical Palm Processional at 9:30 a.m. beginning at the College Town House
(334 E Broadway, Granville, OH 43023)
*A Note about the Ecumenical Palm Processional
This year, the ecumenical community in Granville is coming together to celebrate Palm Sunday in a new way. Clergy and members from six local churches will meet at the College Town House (334 E Broadway, Granville) for a brief 15- to 20-minute gathering that includes scripture, prayer, music, the blessing of the palms, and the story of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. Then, we will all process — with palms waving and bells ringing — to our respective churches, where worship will continue at 10:00 a.m. You do not need to attend the Palm Processional to attend worship.
Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Service with Communion and stripping of the church
Good Friday
Friday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Performance of Handel’s Messiah (PII) with the Chancel Choir and Orchestra
Easter
Sunday, April 5
8:00 a.m. Worship with Communion
10:00 a.m. Worship
11:15 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt on the Front Lawn
Club 456 Progressive Dinner
Sunday, April 10
Beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Church
Ending at 8:30 p.m. at the Ream’s House
4th / 5th / 6th Graders are invited to embark on a progressive dinner experience through Granville! We’ll start with appetizers and activities at the church, eat dinner, and end at the Ream’s house for dessert. Bring $15 for dinner.
Mission Focused Wonderful Wednesday with Licking County Coalition of Care Director, Melissa Anderson
Wednesday, April 22 at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
in the Centenary UMC Basement
Balancing Church & State in 2026
Monday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
at Second Presbyterian Church, Newark
Join us for a meaningful message about advocacy and faith in this time with the PC(USA) Director of Advocacy, Rev. Jimmie Hawkins. There will be a reception following the presentation.
This event is co-hosted by the Presbytery, Second Presbyterian Church of Newark, and First Presbyterian Church of Granville.