This is the day
that Christ the Lamb of God
gave himself into the hands of those who would slay him.
This is the day
that Christ gathered with his disciples in the upper room.
This is the day
that Christ took a towel
and washed the disciples' feet,
giving us an example that we should do to others
as he has done to us.
This is the day
that Christ our God gave us this holy feast,
that we who eat this bread
and drink this cup
may here proclaim his Holy Sacrifice
and be partakers of his resurrection,
and at the last day may reign with him in heaven.
-- Introduction to the Maundy Thursday Liturgy,
from the Book of Alternative Services
"When You Woke that Thursday Morning"
-- Hymn #445
from the Lutheran Service Book, LCMS
Lyrics: Jaroslav Vajda
Tune: Marty Haugen
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