We think of Maundy Thursday often only in terms of the Last Supper. The fellowship, the foot washing, the lengthy “farewell discourse” in John’s Gospel including the “new commandment”, and, … Continue reading Maundy Thursday
The Gospel reading for today is a challenging one. It centers on Judas’ impending betrayal of Jesus. The writers of Luke and John both attribute Satan entering Judas to help … Continue reading Wednesday in Holy Week
It’s finally Holy Week. Lent is over. In our church calendar, Jesus has processed into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey. The scene is set. Today is the final … Continue reading Tuesday in Holy Week
Palm Sunday would not be the same without a processional with palm branches and the singing of “All Glory, Laud, and Honor.” The hymn connects the events of that Sunday … Continue reading Monday in Holy Week
I have a practice of reading the Psalms with “Love” replacing God’s name (instead of the more traditional “Lord”, as if God’s some fussy earl). I find it remarkable to … Continue reading Friday in the Fifth Week of Lent