United Methodists put faith into action on Palm Sunday

By Lilla Marigza
April 1, 2026 | NASHVILLE, Tenn (UM News)

Christians from many faith denominations join a Palm Sunday march through the streets of downtown Nashville, Tennessee, on March 29, 2026. The rally was one of about 30 events across 16 states. Video by Lilla Marigza, UM News.

United Methodists joined Christians in 16 states across the U.S. for a Palm Sunday event designed to demonstrate that people of faith are willing to stand against injustice. Marches in 30 cities focused on social issues including immigration reform, affordable health care and solutions to food insecurity. Organizers of the event say Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday was an act of defiance against the government, and Christians today can follow that lead. Lilla Marigza reports.

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Marigza is a multimedia producer for UM News. Contact her at (615) 742-5470 or [email protected]. To read more United Methodist news, subscribe to the free UM News Digest.

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