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First United Methodist Church
Maundy Thursday – March 20, 2008
“The Great Commandment”
Prelude
Call to Worship:
LEADER: We come to the house of the Lord, filled with fear and worry.
PEOPLE: Wash away our fears, O Lord.
LEADER: We come, having been on this Lenten journey tired and care-worn.
PEOPLE: Wash away our exhaustion, O Lord.
LEADER: We come, seeking hope and peace in our lives.
PEOPLE: Wash away our sins, O Lord, and give us peace . AMEN.
Opening Prayer:
Lord, we enter worship this evening having experienced the joy of Palm Sunday in which Jesus led the parade into Jerusalem . But this night is different. On this night Jesus demonstrates the meaning of discipleship. Keep our hearts and our spirits open, O Lord, so that we may learn to be true disciples. For we ask this in Jesus' Name. AMEN .
Hymn “Have Thine Own Way, Lord” Hymn #382
The Preparation
Scripture Luke 22:7-13
Reflection
Musical “What Wondrous Love is This ?” Katie Hanley
Special
The Washing
Scripture John 13:1-20
Invitation
Prayer of Confession:
It would have been so easy to skip out on this worship service, O Lord. Our lives are so filled with activities and demands. Yet we are here, drawn by your Spirit, to hear your words for us. We are called to learn the meaning of commitment and discipleship from the Master. Forgive us when we are tempted to pull away from this opportunity. Fill our hearts with your healing love. For we ask this in Jesus' Name. AMEN .
Receiving
Words of Assurance:
Jesus offers to you peace and hope. You have been washed clean of your sins. Know that God's love has surrounded you with its healing power. AMEN .
The Commandment
Scripture John 13:25-31
Reflection
Hymn “Just As I Am” Hymn #357
The Prayer
Scripture John 17
Commission
Hymn “Are Ye Able?” Hymn #530
Benediction
Postlude
Leaders
Joy Caschetta , Pastor Jim Ferrall , Liturgist
Bob Homan , Sound Susan Niederer, Musician
Joe Zimmerlee and Steve Brown, Ushers