OCEANSIDE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL
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From celebration to the cross
Experience the ancient Christian tradition of Tenebrae with our Holy Thursday service. Through the use of candles and sacred music, we journey with Jesus through his last days, from the Last Supper to his arrest, trial, and crucifixion. This solemn and beautiful service concludes with the stripping of the Sanctuary, a powerful symbol of Christ's sacrifice. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Holy Thursday and the meaning of the cross. Join us for our Tenebrae service and experience the power and beauty of this ancient tradition for yourself.
Holy Thursday April 6th 7 pm
Join us this Holy Thursday as we move from the celebration of the Last Supper to the darkness of the cross with our Tenebrae service. This beautiful and haunting service dates back to the Middle Ages and is a time-honored tradition in the Christian Church.
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Through the use of candles and sacred music, we will journey with Jesus through his last days, from the Last Supper to his arrest, trial, and crucifixion. This solemn service will leave you with a deeper understanding of the sacrifice that Jesus made for us and the hope that his resurrection brings.
The Tenebrae service will conclude with the stripping of the Sanctuary, a symbolic act that represents the abandonment of Jesus by his disciples and the stripping away of all worldly possessions. This powerful moment will remind us of the true meaning of Holy Thursday and the sacrifice that Christ made for us.
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Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of one of the most meaningful services of the Christian calendar. Join us for our Holy Thursday Tenebrae service and experience the power and beauty of this ancient tradition for yourself.