Jesus sends two of his disciples to fetch a donkey on which he will ride into Jerusalem. As Jesus rides towards Jerusalem, bystanders greet him with shouts of acclamation. Some spread their cloaks, and others leafy branches, on the road as he passes by. When he reaches Jerusalem, Jesus goes immediately to the Temple. After looking around, he and his twelve disciples withdraw to Bethany for the night.

This week we ask whether or not Palm Sunday is more than a carnival, a holiday from the serious business of Lent, and we explore the importance of Jesus, both as one who draws people to him and one who commands. How is his leadership to be characterised?