Trinity Moravian Church hosts 51st annual Good Friday Cross Walk

The traditional commemoration of Jesus' crucifixion draws participants from across Winston-Salem

Apr. 4, 2026 at 12:55am

An abstract, out-of-focus photograph showing the silhouettes of people walking in a procession and carrying a large wooden cross, with the scene bathed in a warm, hazy glow of candlelight.The annual Good Friday Cross Walk at Trinity Moravian Church brings the Winston-Salem community together to solemnly commemorate Jesus' final journey.Winston-Salem Today

Trinity Moravian Church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina held its 51st annual Good Friday Cross Walk, a traditional commemoration of Jesus Christ's crucifixion. The 40-minute walk was followed by a Moravian band greeting and a Good Friday Liturgy of Confession for participants.

Why it matters

Good Friday is a significant religious holiday for Christians around the world, and the Cross Walk is a longstanding local tradition that brings the community together to observe this solemn occasion through prayer, reflection, and fellowship.

The details

The Good Friday Cross Walk at Trinity Moravian Church is a 40-minute procession where participants carry a large wooden cross through the church grounds, reenacting Jesus' final journey to his crucifixion. After the walk, attendees were greeted by a Moravian band and took part in a Good Friday Liturgy of Confession.

  • The 51st annual Good Friday Cross Walk took place on April 4, 2026.
  • The walk lasted approximately 40 minutes.

The players

Trinity Moravian Church

A Christian church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina that has hosted the annual Good Friday Cross Walk for over 50 years.

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The takeaway

The Good Friday Cross Walk at Trinity Moravian Church is a longstanding community tradition that allows residents of Winston-Salem to come together and solemnly commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ through prayer, reflection, and fellowship.