Passover Meal A Celebration of the Last Supper

Wednesday 5th April, 7:30pm

St Christopher’s Church

We are delighted to announce that there will again be a Passover meal in Holy Week. Book early as it has been very popular in previous years. We are always pleased to see new faces at this evening family meal, served at a single U shaped table where everyone can find a seat next to friends old or new.

We are going back to the time of Moses, as he prepared to lead the people of God out of captivity in Egypt into the promised land of Israel. This was such an important event in the history of the Jewish nation and in the history of God’s dealings with mankind, that it was commanded to be kept every year as a reminder of the salvation that only God can bring. When Jesus sat down with his disciple for the Last Supper, this is what they celebrated.

You can read the story of the Passover in Exodus Chapter 12. Our meal at St Christopher’s Church will be a more leisurely affair than that first Passover, because we are not eating in a hurry with overcoats on, belts buckled about us, and with a staff in our hand for a long journey.

Roast lamb, couscous, flat bread, bitter herbs, charoset paste and most importantly wine, will all be provided. We ask if some of those attending will bring along some cold salads and/or puddings for sharing.

Please visit the parish website to reserve a place at the table, or email office@haslemereparish.org or ring Kari during parish office hours on 01428 644578.

We are suggesting a voluntary donation of £7.50 for an adult.

What is Planned for Easter?

Easter is the story of God’s greatest gift, and His greatest miracle. Jesus Christ the Son of God came to live amongst us, died for us, and rose again that we might find new life and new hope.

Rector Chris has worked with his team to set out Easter along traditional lines for 2023. Many of these services will be live-streamed so do please keep an eye on the parish website and Sunday Notes for such details. 2023 also sees the continuation of the Passover Meal on the Wednesday of Holy Week. Visit www.haslemereparish.org for more detail (looking under the worship menu).

Palm Sunday 2nd April

An 8:00am Service at St Christopher’s as usual, with the 10:00am Holy Communion service at St Bartholomew’s. This service is especially suitable for families, with our Sunday Morning Families breakout group.

Holy Wednesday 5th April

7:30pm The Passover Meal at St Christopher’s. This will be a re-enactment of the Last Supper as a Passover Meal, much as Jesus would have celebrated it. As well as being meaningful, this is a very social event, much to be enjoyed. Please book through the parish website.

Maundy Thursday 6th April

7:30pm A Service of the Lord’s Supper, with Foot Washing, Stripping of the Altar and Vigil. St Bartholomew's Church.

Good Friday 7th April

10:30am Families@4 Children’s Easter Craft Activities and Worship.

2:00pm A service at the Foot of the Cross, followed by a walk of witness to the High Street.

Easter Sunday 9th April

5:30am Dawn Service of Light outside at St Christopher’s.

8:00am Service of Holy Communion in St Bartholomew’s.

9:30am All Age Holy Communion in St Bartholomew’s (live streamed).

11:00am Service of Holy Communion in St Christopher’s.