This is the morning when we find the tomb empty and proclaim the resurrection with joyful songs and a refrain of “Alleluia!” The service begins with children flowering the cross before it is brought to the chancel in recognition of the new life this day symbolizes. The full choir will lead us in triumphant songs as we proclaim, “Christ is risen! The Lord is risen indeed!”

An Easter egg hunt for kids of all ages will follow the service, and nursery is available during the service for young children.

• Where do I park?

  Street parking is available in front of the church on Culpeper Street. There is also the Saint James’ Episcopal School parking lot on Beckham Street and the public parking lot between Franklin and West Lee streets.

  Keep in mind that it’s Easter Sunday for all the churches in Warrenton, not just us. You might have to park farther away than usual and allow more time to find a spot. Here’s a map of all the public parking lots in Old Town Warrenton.

• Is child care available?

  Yes, nursery for kids under age 4 is available this Sunday during both services on Easter Day, and during Café.

• Is there Children’s Church?

  No, there is not Children’s Church this week. Easter Day is a special time for families to celebrate the resurrection together, and kids of all ages are always welcome at any of our services.

• What is the music like?

  At this service, the celebration unfolds in greater splendor as the liturgy begins with John Cook’s brilliant “Fanfare.” At the offertory, Beethoven’s triumphant “Hallelujah,” first heard at Saint James’ during our 2016 bicentennial, resounds once more in joyful acclaim. During the Eucharist, the choir offers a more tender meditation — an anthem drawn from the Burial Rite (BCP 501) — a quiet echo of the promise that, even in death, we are held in life everlasting.

• Is there flowering of the cross?

  Yes, we’ll flower the Easter cross before each service on Easter Day. You can bring your own flowers, and we’ll have flowers on hand to use as well.

• When are the Easter egg hunts?

  An Easter egg hunt for kids of all ages will take place in front of the church immediately after each service on Easter Day.

• Will the Easter Bunny make an appearance?

  The Easter Bunny’s personal assistant informs us we can expect an appearance during the Easter egg hunt after the 10:15 a.m. service. We’ve heard rumors of a giant carrot as well…