March-April 2005 |
The last days of Holy Week are sometimes referred to as the Triduum. They belong together in following from the Last Supper to the Resurrection. In recent years many Christian Churches have revived and revised the traditional ceremonies of Early Christianity. In France Maundy Thursday and Good Friday are referred to as Holy Thursday, and Holy Friday. The word Maundy adopted in England is based on a Latin word and refers to Jesus’ words, I give you a new commandment to Love one another as I have loved you.
This year we are adapting the service, to begin with the washing of the feet. During a simple meal which follows, the scriptures will be read, after which we will go to Chapel for the Eucharistic Prayer and Communion. Extra hosts will be consecrated to be used for Communion on Good Friday; they will rest on an Altar of Repose.
The Good Friday Service is divided into four parts. The Dramatic reading of the Gospel, the Proclamation of the Cross, the intercessions and the ministry of the Sacrament.
On Easter Sunday Morning we will use some of the Vigil Service and the Blessing of the Paschal Candle during the Eucharist. In the Early Church, Easter Sunday was the day when catechumens were baptised. They spent the night in prayer, with readings, the Service of Light, Intercessions and the Eucharist.
Jim, Sarah, Alexander, and Jonathon preparing for Confirmation.
Bill recovering after several weeks in hospital.
Cécile’s visit to Rome in April to visit the Anglican Centre
Thursday 24th March Maundy Thursday 6.30 p.m. Celebration of the Last Supper. This will be in the context of a meal.
Friday 25th March Good Friday 11am to 12 noon Good Friday Liturgy, followed by Hot cross buns.
Sunday 27th March Easter Day 11 a.m. Sung Eucharist Bring and share lunch.
NO SERVICE 3rd APRIL
17th April 11 a.m. Sung Eucharist Bring and share lunch
Ascension Day: Thursday May 5th Eucharist at Prasada. President and Preacher: The Right Rev Dominic Walker, Bishop of Monmouth.
Celebration of 25th anniversary of the Diocese in Europe. A local celebration is to be held at La Madone d’Utelle. 24th June Feast of Saint John the Baptist. Eucharist 11a.m. followed by lunch. This Chapel is situated near the sky above the village of Utelle. Superb views and walks.
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