Tonight we had our Maundy Thursday Service. We used the Gospel text from Luke which focuses on the institution of the Eucharist by Jesus at the Last Supper.
I reminded our gathering that Jesus didn't leave us anything tangible. He didn't write a book, and he didn't leave any mementos or keepsakes. All he left us was the command for the community of believers to observe a meal in his memory.
Down through the centuries the church has kept this command by celebrating Holy Communion, and today communities of believers everywhere keep their faith alive and receive spiritual strength through Holy Communion.
Holy Communion is a part of the spiritual practice of most Episcopalians. It's simply part of who we are. Most of us love the liturgy and find it deeply meaningful. I'm thankful our Lord left it for us as a memorial.
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