Palm/Passion Sunday: Silence and Crowds

Stones in an ancient wall
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It’s Palm Sunday, but at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds Minnesota State Fair, things are quiet—no parades, no crowds, no celebration. And yet, something is still speaking. In this reflection, Matthew L Skinner draws a powerful connection between that silence and Luke’s Gospel, where even the stones cry out when the people go quiet.

What does this moment teach us about what’s public, what’s hidden, and how we step into the drama of Holy Week? Whether you’re preaching or just listening deeply this season, this message invites you to slow down, pay attention, and hear what others might miss.

Watch to the end for a reminder every preacher—and every listener—needs this week.