Maundy Thursday

Last Supper, Maundy Thursday

The term "maundy" comes from a Latin word meaning "commandment" and refers to Jesus' new commandment given to His disciples after washing their feet - "love one another." This is certainly the core commandment and ethic of our Christian faith. It is a simple idea and yet a difficult practice. Love, in the New testament is clearly not simply an emotion, it is a code of behaviour. In 1 Corinthians 13 Paul describes love's behaviour: Love is patient, kind, doesn't envy, does not boast, is not proud, doesn't dishonour others, is not self-seeking, in not easily angered, keeps no record of wrongs, doesn't delight in evil, rejoices with the truth, always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres, never fails. A pretty good check list, isn't it? Love one another. As we gather for worship this weekend, as we gather as families this weekend, as we cross paths with the world of people I'm sure we can fulfill this commandment. Let's keep it in mind.