Maundy Thursday, April 6, 2023
“Share a Meal”
On Maundy Thursday, we are Challenged to share a meal with someone. Lots of things will qualify for this Challenge, so remain open to what God provides.
We arrive at this Lenten Challenge to reflect upon the breaking of bread together in celebration of the Last Supper, often remembered and observed on Maundy Thursday each year. Jesus chose to share his last few hours of freedom by sharing a meal with his friends. Likewise, when we share meals together, we are making ourselves vulnerable to each other and to the power of God. Sharing food with our friends, family, and neighbors is a meaningful way to spread the love of God.
Since the publishing of the Lenten Calendar some weeks ago, natural disasters around the country and world have created a greater need for basic food provisions for lots of people. Food banks in our communities need food. As a result, we are expanding this Lenten Challenge to also include the provision of non-perishable food items to local churches, organizations, institutions, and individuals that we may encounter.
Yes, the sharing of food is the sharing of our body’s most basic needs. We don’t need much more explanation. Find a way to share a meal with someone. We can have a meal with family and friends or we can collect some non-perishables that can be distributed to those in need. If you are attending the Chapel’s worship services this weekend, please consider bringing non-perishable food items with you. We can do it!
Share food!
“He answered, “Whoever has two shirts must share with the one who has none, and whoever has food must do the same.” (Luke 3:11, CEB)
