Holy Communion – Maundy Thursday
Bethel Church 7001 Forsyth Blvd, University City, MO, United StatesThe Three Days: Maundy Thursday Holy Communion, with foot-washing and stripping of the altar
The Three Days: Maundy Thursday Holy Communion, with foot-washing and stripping of the altar
The Three Days: Good Friday Reading of the Passion according to John, Bidding Prayer (Solemn Collects), and Procession of the Cross Readings Isaiah 52:13—53:12 The suffering servant Psalm 22 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Hebrews 10:16-25 The way to God is opened by Jesus' death John 18:1—19:42 The passion and death of Christ
This is the night! Striking of the new fire, Easter proclamation, vigil readings, affirmation of baptism, first alleluia of Easter, first Eucharist of Easter. Incense will be used at this service.
Come and enjoy delicious Farmer’s Casserole (meat and vegetarian options), bacon, freshly baked pastries and other sweets, fruit salad, juice, coffee, and tea. There will be a freewill offering to benefit the Youth Group trip to the ELCA Youth Gathering this summer in New Orleans.
Pancake breakfast in the Fellowship Hall to raise funds for our mission project in the Oloipiri Village. Our guest speaker, as usual, will be Tom Ackerman, Sports Director at KMOX Radio.
Sunday Morning Cross+Generational Education opportunity. Meet in the fellowship hall for an opportunity to learn together through scripture, music and arts.
The Mission Board is Inviting book group participants who are seeking: Bible study centered in exploring God’s grace in all life circumstances, development in Bethel’s mission as a welcoming community, especially among folks who identify as LGBTQIA+, connection, and deepening unity with each other Book title: Transforming: The Bible and the Lives of Transgender Christians by Austen Hartke. Meet downstairs in the ...