Its nearing the end of Holy week and though this Lenten season has not been as reflective as I had hoped (definitely didn't make it through my Lenten devotions) I am rejoicing in all that the Lord has done for us ragged bunch of sinners. :) Tonight is the Maundy Thursday service where we commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus before his Passion and death on the cross. At the end of the service they strip the altar to prepare for Good Friday (the death of Jesus). Though the Good Friday service is a difficult one, somber hymns, the Passion reading, black draped altar and cross, it is a necessary reminder of all that Christ has and does endure for us even though we often turn our backs to Him. It is also a wonderful contrast to the celebratory nature of Easter, with white lilies filling the church and adorning the cross, loud, joyful hymns, Sunday best suits and dresses and, of course, lots of yummy food!
I hope the remainder of your Holy Week is blessed and your Easter is filled with the joy the He has Risen!
I hope the remainder of your Holy Week is blessed and your Easter is filled with the joy the He has Risen!
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