This Easter, the parish of Our Lady of Assumption in Gateacre is staging a contemporary twist on the traditional passion play in Belle Vale Shopping Centre. ‘

 

The Belle Vale Passion’ is a live reenactment of The Stations of the Cross, telling the story of the final stages of Jesus’ life, including his crucifixion, death, and resurrection. Based on the moving musical drama ‘Born For This’ by the Catholic music ministry CJM Music, and staged by the award-winning Catholic educational organisation Ten Ten Resources, this moving reflection will be presented in the public space whilst local shoppers prepare for Easter.

 

Coming together to take part in the staging will be members of the local parishes, communities, and schools. It promises to be a unique event, presenting the story of Easter in a way many visitors and passers-by will have never seen before.

 

Clare O’Brien, a parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption in Gateacre who is leading the charge, said, “The inspiration for The Belle Vale Passion came following the Ignite Day held by our parish in 2023. One of the questions posed was how we reach the people on the outside of the church building. In 2013, I was involved in a similar event called ‘The Runcorn Passion’ which had a huge impact on the whole faith community. We decided to try something similar inside the local shopping centre which sits in the shadow of our parish church.”

 

The event takes place in the shopping centre on Holy Saturday at 12pm. All are welcome to attend the event and there is still an opportunity to take part. For more information visit visit bellevalepassion.co.uk The Belle Vale Passion, Holy Saturday 30 March, 12pm at Belle Vale Shopping Centre.

 

 

 

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