7 Churches Meet to Conclude Lent
By • March 31, 2024 One Comment 1068
An ecumenical Good Friday service was held March 29 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church with seven leaders of Georgetown churches participating in the traditional presentation of the sayings of Jesus on the cross — or the Seven Last Words from the Cross.
The seven expressions are biblically attributed to Jesus Christ during his crucifixion and have become known as “the seven last words of Jesus.”
Each of the seven ministers or priests was assigned to one of the words.
Tiffany Clark, Lay Assistant Minster, Christ Church, Episcopal
The First Word: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.”
Rev. Brett Wilson, Pastor, Georgetown Lutheran Church
The Second Word, to the good thief: “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Rev. Rachel Cornwell (Pastor, Dumbarton United Methodist Church
The Third Word, to Mary, his mother: “Woman, behold your son”… and to John: “Behold your mother.”
Rev. Stefan Megyery, Pastor, Epiphany Catholic Church
The Fourth Word, to God, his Father: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
Rev. Sara Duggin Associate Rector, St. John’s Episcopal Church
The Fifth Word, to all: “I thirst.”
Rev. David Wacaster, Grace Episcopal Church
The Sixth Word, to the world: “It is finished.”
Rev. Kevin Gillespie, Pastor, Holy Trinity Church
Seventh Word, to God:“Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.”
More than 200 persons from various congregations attended the moving service. After each word, there was a brief reflection. Hymns were sung, and choral meditations were offered. The service — a little more than an hour — was followed by a reception.
“Prior to Covid, it was a common practice,” Gillepsie said. “So, we have revived this ecumenical service. Another denomination will host the Seven Last Words next year. All are welcome.”
Wonderful service and tradition .. impressive welcome and words at Holy Trinity .