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Christians, churches and the public come together in Walsall for traditional Good Friday re-enactment event

Hundreds of people looked on in Walsall town centre as the traditional Good Friday Easter street procession and service took place this morning. 

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Walking the Way of the Cross is a walk of witness through the town centre, remembering the events of Good Friday, one of the most important events in the Christian calendar.

Walking the Way of the Cross event in Walsall town centre with Jimm Rennie as Jesus.
Walking the Way of the Cross event in Walsall town centre with Jimm Rennie as Jesus.

 Orgainsed by Walsall Town Centre Ministry and Love Walsall, it follows the story of Jesus of Nazareth carrying his cross, guarded by Roman soldiers with the characters played by actors.

Married At First Sight star Sacha Jones from Walsall was spotted at the event this morning
Married At First Sight star Sacha Jones from Walsall was spotted at the event this morning

During the procession which set off from Gallery Square in the town centre there were stopping points in Park Street for bible readings and sketches as the drama unfolds.