Palm Sunday typically focuses on a parade of hope and peace as Jesus enters Jerusalem. This past Sunday, virtual guest preacher Rev. Andy Oliver focused on a different sort of parade, imagining the perspective of a paralyzed man, whose friends carried him to Jesus for healing.
He interspersed his message with clips from the documentary “Crip Camp,” which tells the story of a camp where people with disabilities found dignity, power and the collective strength for the long fight for the Americans with Disabilities Act. Challenging us to listen to the experiences of others, Oliver reminded us that the struggle for inclusion and access must always continue. The Jesus we follow, especially in this Holy Week, delivers dignity and healing for all people.
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