Maundy Thursday observed with devotion, solemnity in Udupi

Udupi: Christians in Udupi diocese observed Maundy Thursday to commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his apostles on Thursday.Bishop of Udupi diocese, Gerald Isaac Lobo, celebrated the mass at Milagres Cathedral in Kallianpur along with Mosgr Ferdinand Gonsalves, rector of the cathedral and also vicar general of the diocese, Fr Pradeep Cardoza assistant parish priest, Fr Dr Jancil Alva, resident priest, Rev Fr Stephen D'Souza, chancellor of the diocese, Fr Ronson D'Souza rector Holy Cross Home Katapadi, Fr Manoj Furtado, rector, Pilar Fathers Kallianpur, were present In his message, the bishop spoke about Holy Thursday, reminding us that it is a symbol of the Lord's Supper, service, and love. "Holy Thursday is not just a day of worship; it's a special moment to live and embrace human values. Just as Jesus served by washing the feet of his disciples, we too should cultivate a humble attitude in our daily lives, helping others with kindness," he added.Thereafter the bishop washed the feet of laypersons, reminding the washing of the feet of 12 apostles by Jesus Christ.At the end of the mass, the Holy Eucharist was taken ceremoniously to the florally decorated Altar of Repose. The reverential transfer of the Holy Eucharist to the Altar of Repose was followed by the adoration.Maundy Thursday is followed by Good Friday, the day on which the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ is commemorated. The Way of the Cross to commemorate the Passion of Christ is one of the most important rituals of the Good Friday ceremonies at Catholic churches.