Maundy Thursday
Exodus 12:1-4 (5-10) 11-14, Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19, John 13:1-17, 31b-35, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Bulletin Aid
by Julia Ross Strope

A Maundy Meal For The Whole Family

Goals
To acknowledge the downsides of life, the injustices, the evil
To tell the Christian story
To tell the Jewish story
To provide opportunity to prepare foods as small groups ahead of the event
To provide time and space to enjoy healthy, simple foods with friends
To determine to be loyal to the truths of Jesus of Nazareth

This event, one and one half hours in length, with food can be in the sanctuary, though unmovable seating makes sharing difficult as well as clean-up. If the event is in the fellowship hall, encourage people to place foods on at least two serving tables so children and adults can serve themselves — breads all placed together, cheese all in one spot, and beverages all on a separate table (facilitates movement of people). Families cou…

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