Maundy Thursday is an alternate name for Holy Thursday, the first of the three days of solemn remembrance of the events leading up to and immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus. The English word “Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum, which means “commandment.” As recorded in John’s gospel, on his last night before his betrayal and arrest, Jesus washed the feet of his disciples and then gave them a new commandment to love one another as he had loved them (John 13:34).
While John’s gospel does not record the institution of the Lord’s Supper among the events of this night, the other gospels do. Christians, therefore, keep this night with celebrations both at the basin (footwashing) and at the Lord’s Table (Holy Communion).
Wesley celebrates Maundy Thursday with reflection and mediation. From 4pm – 6pm, a come and go reflection time, will be lead by Rev. Dorothy in our chapel. Pastor Chris will serve Holy Communion as you depart. Please enter the building from the side door to the left of the playground for chapel reflection time.
Drive-Thru Communion will be offered from 6pm – 7pm.
