Is Worship Being Stopped?

In this episode of Passages Pulse, Josiah McGee and Olivia Layne explore a surprising and important question: what is happening in Jerusalem during Holy Week this year?

As Christians around the world prepare to celebrate Easter, the reality in Jerusalem looks very different. With new restrictions in place across the Old City, many of the traditional gatherings and celebrations that define Holy Week are being limited or changed.

So what’s really going on and is worship being stopped?

We unpack:

⛪ What Holy Week is typically like in Jerusalem and why it draws believers from around the world

⚠️ Why restrictions have been put in place across the Old City, including key holy sites

🧠 The incident at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and what actually happened

📣 Why social media reactions may be missing key context

⚖️ The balance between faith, safety, and public responsibility

🙏 How Christians should respond with wisdom, humility, and prayer

Holy Fire Ceremony in Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjPVOJ7Wf1M

Disclaimer: Individual views expressed in this episode are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Passages.

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