Maundy Thursday Services- March 28th, 2024

Join us on Maundy Thursday as we gather to commemorate the first Eucharist - the Last Supper that Jesus had with his disciples before his betrayal and crucifixion.

We invite any who are present to come forward at the time of the foot washing to have their feet washed, remembering Jesus’ words,

If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you. Most assuredly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master; nor is he who is sent greater than he who sent him. If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them. (John 13:14-17)

This is a deeply moving opportunity in which the Rector washes the feet of those present reminding them that it is the example of Jesus who told us that just as he has served us, so should we serve each other.

Holy Communion begins at 7:00pm and is followed by the traditional vigil at the Altar of Repose until midnight - a time of quiet prayer for us to gather in Jesus’ presence, to meditate upon his love and passion, and to prepare ourselves for the coming days. All are welcome to attend any of the Vigil from the end of the service through to midnight.

St. Mary’s, Summerside