The creative Maundy Thursday service can be used in free-church and more informal traditions of worship. Adapt to local usage and style.
Basic Pattern
ENTRANCE
Scripture: Genesis 1:15a; John 1:15
Hymn of Invocation: "O Splendor of God's Glory Bright" (Ambrose of Milan)
Prayer
Hymn of Confession: "Jesus Thou Joy of Loving Hearts" (Bernard of Clairvaux)
Response: Romans 8:33-35a, 3839
Congregation: "Alleluia" (Taiz)
SERVICE OF THE WORD
Scripture: Isaiah 42:19; Psalm 143; John 3:17-21; Matthew 26:6-13
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