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They processed through downtown Spokane, a wooden cross bobbing above their shoulders, stopping 14 times to pray and meditate on Jesus’ final hours, his crucifixion and his resurrection.

The Rev. Bill Osborne of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church organized the Urban Stations of the Cross.

<p> For Good Friday a group of Christians came together for an Urban Stations of the Cross procession.</p> <p> About 15 people gathered at Riverside Park and then walked a 2-mile loop through downtown to remember the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.</p>

It's a busy season for Spokane's Christian community.

Palm Sunday begins this weekend and next week churches will celebrate services for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday.

Many Christians will walk out of church on Sunday with a palm leaf folded into a small cross. The palm is a reminder...