Step into Holy Week with a candlelit, “old-school” service that’s honest, tactile, and deeply moving. Maundy Thursday is the night we remember Jesus’ **Last Supper**, hear his **new commandment** to love one another, and follow him toward the cross—ending in **Tenebrae** (darkness) as the sanctuary is stripped bare. ### What to expect This is traditional worship—hymns, spoken prayers, Scripture, silence, and a slow, reverent pace. You don’t need to know what to do. You can participate fully, participate quietly, or simply observe. ### Tonight includes * **The Last Supper** — Scripture and reflection on Jesus’ table and his love “to the end” * **Individual Absolution (one-on-one option)** — a brief, private moment to hear a personal word of forgiveness (optional) * **Footwashing** — a simple act of service and humility (optional; we also offer a more comfortable “hands-only” option if you prefer) * **Holy Communion** — bread and wine at Jesus’ table * **Tenebrae** — the altar is stripped, lights dim, candles are extinguished as the Passion is read, and we leave in silence ### Explicit welcome **All people are welcome—no exceptions.** That includes ALL people, skeptics, the spiritually exhausted, longtime church people, first-timers, English speakers and non-native speakers, families with kids, and anyone who isn’t sure what they believe but knows they need grace. ### Good to know * Participation in **holy communion, individual absolution** and **footwashing** is **completely optional**—no pressure, no spotlight. * Dress however you like. * Photos/recording: not during the service. Come as you are. Leave in silence. And let this night carry you into Good Friday.