A third event of Thursday of Holy Week was Jesus’ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus prayed that He would not have to die on the cross — and yet at the end He accepted God’s will. (Matthew 26:31-46, Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:39-46). If you have ever seen the movie “The Passion Of The [...]
As Christians go through Hoy Week I am posting some thoughts on events that occurred this week. Thursday of Holy Week is the day Jesus instituted the Sacrament of Communion As He gathered with His disciples the night before His crucifixion, Jesus took the bread and the cup from the Jewish Seder Meal they were [...]
As Christians go through Holy Week, I am posting some thoughts about events that took place during the week. One thing that occurred on Thursday of Holy Week — also known as Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday was that Jesus gave the disciples the “new commandment” — to love one another (John 13:34). (The Latin [...]
I am the pastor of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, SC. I have been a Presbyterian Church (USA) pastor for over 20 years. I'm married, with no children - but 3 dogs! I enjoy meeting people, reading, blogging, watching sports, and fishing -- among other things.
The opinions you'll find here are mine alone. They do not necessarily express the views of my church, my Presbytery, my denomination, my family, my friends, or anyone else. The attempted humor you'll find here is definitely mine.
Bill Hayes
