Easter Walk Wild Church
Join Echoes for our yearly Easter Walk . This meditative urban walk, is our version of an Easter Wild Church. Following along Whatcom Creek, we will trace the story of Jesus’ arrest, death, and return, connecting it with reflections on our local history and the sacred significance of the land we share.
All are welcome to wander and reconnect this Easter.
Our walk begins at Bellingham City Hall and follows Whatcom Creek en route to Maritime Heritage Park.
At several locations, we will read from the Biblical story of Jesus, providing a bridge from the sacred narrative to our own local history of the land we stand on. We will traverse paths, stairs, bridges, and waterways. We will gather around the Lummi-made totem pole of Salmon Woman to listen to this Coast Salish creation story, which reminds us that we are called to protect Salmon Woman’s children. We will share communion at the fish hatchery, blessing the new life that surrounds and dwells within us, embracing the infinite possibilities presented on Easter.
Walk Information:
Start: Bellingham City Hall, 210 Lottie Street. Parking is free on Sundays.
End: Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W Holly St.
What to Bring: This is an urban walk that includes stairs, pathways along a creek, and park pathways. We encourage sturdy footwear and layering of clothing, as we will walk in all weather.
Post-Walk Gathering:
Around 5:45 pm, following the Easter Walk, we will meander to Structures Old Town for light food, beverages, and time for Easter fellowship together.
RSVP & Questions:
Please email Pastor Emma at emma@echoesbellingham.org with any questions or to let us know you will be walking with us.
