April 12, 2012 -- Holy Thursday

Saints and Feasts:
Holy Thursday
Basil the Confessor, Bishop of Parios
Anthoussa the Righteous of Constantinople
Akakios of Kapsokalyvia

Readings:
Epistle Reading:
1 Corinthians 11:23-32

Gospel Reading:
Matthew 26:1-20;
John 13:3-17;
Matthew 26:21-39;
Luke 22:43-44;
Matthew 26:40-75; 27:1-2

12 Gospels from Holy Thursday
The Twelve Gospels of the Passion of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

To ponder and meditate on:
"O God the Lord and Creator of all, Thou art become poor, uniting a created nature to Thyself, while remaining free from passion. Since Thou art the Passover, Thou hast offered Thyself to those for whose sake Thou wast soon to die; and Thou hast cried: 'Eat My Body, and ye shall be firmly established in the faith'." (Matins on Holy Thursday)

Challenge:
In preparation for Holy Thursday evening, read at least TWO of the Gospels for that evening and truly meditate on their message. This way, you will be more engaged when you hear the Gospels being read during the service. If you are looking for a greater challenge, read all of the 12 Gospels of the Passion of our Lord.