Maundy Thursday

Thursday, March 28, 7-9 p.m.
Holy Eucharist and foot washing
Nurser Care provided

Maundy Thursday commemorates the institution of the Eucharist at the Last Supper (see Matt. 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:14-30; 1 Cor. 11:23-25) and Christ’s washing of the disciples’ feet (see John 13:1-15).

Although it is debated, the word “Maundy” most likely derives from mandatum, meaning “mandate” or “commandment,” in reference to Jesus’ words: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another” (John 13:34).

Here are the readings for Maundy Thursday (readings in parentheses are optional):

• Exodus 12:1-14

• Psalm 78:14-25

• 1 Corinthians 11:23-26(27-34)

• John 13:1-15

  • or Luke 22:14-30

Here is the Collect for Maundy Thursday:

Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

From Holy Week: A Rookie Anglican Guide by Anglican Compass