Maundy Thursday

2024 - 3 - 28

King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the Royal Maundy Thursday: A Modern Twist on Tradition

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Find out how the royal family reimagined Maundy Thursday amidst health challenges and royal duties. King Charles and Queen Camilla's impactful messages stole the show!

Maundy Thursday, a significant event on the royal calendar, took an unconventional turn this year as King Charles had to step back from public appearances due to health reasons. With heartfelt messages and a call for acts of friendship, the annual Royal Maundy Service at Worcester Cathedral was not short of royal presence. Queen Camilla made history by representing her husband at the ceremony, distributing gifts and embodying the essence of the tradition.

In a touching moment, King Charles praised the 'hand of friendship' in a pre-recorded message played during the Maundy Thursday service. Despite his absence, his words resonated with the congregation, emphasizing the importance of unity and support during challenging times. Camilla's grace and poise as she stood in for the King added a sense of continuity and warmth to the ceremony.

As attendees gathered at Worcester Cathedral, the atmosphere carried a blend of tradition and modernity. The healing wounds of Maundy Thursday found solace in the words of King Charles and the presence of Queen Camilla, highlighting the resilience and unity of the royal family. The day was not just about grief but also about finding comfort and grace in the midst of trials.

In a rare occurrence, Queen Camilla took on the role of representing her husband at the Maundy Thursday service, creating a historic moment in the royal family's legacy. Her Majesty The Queen, stepping in for King Charles, continued the tradition of distributing gifts and honoring the significance of the day with regal elegance.

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Maundy Thursday: What is it and how are royals marking the day ... (Sky News)

With the monarch taking a break from royal duties due to his health, the annual Royal Maundy Service will look rather different this year.

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King Charles speaks of 'great sadness' at missing Maundy Thursday ... (BBC News)

He is not attending public events while he has treatment for cancer but recorded a message instead.

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King Charles praises 'hand of friendship' in Maundy Thursday ... (Reuters UK)

Charles delivered the remarks in a recorded message which will be aired at the ancient Maundy Thursday church service at Worcester Cathedral in central England ...

Church of Scotland members amongst those receiving Maundy ... (The Church of Scotland)

Six Church of Scotland members will be amongst those receiving Maundy Thursday money today from Her Majesty The Queen at Worcester Cathedral on behalf of...

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King Charles praises 'hand of friendship' in Maundy Thursday audio ... (The Guardian)

Pre-recorded message for Maundy Thursday service in Worcester Cathedral will be played as Camilla stands in for monarch.

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Bring Your Grief to Gethsemane: The Healing Wounds of Maundy ... (Desiring God)

Tonight is not first about our griefs. But as we draw near to the sorrows of Jesus, we do indeed find comfort for every grief — and grace for every sin.

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Maundy Thursday: What is it and how are royals marking the day ... (MKFM)

Maundy Thursday is a major fixture on the royal calendar - but this year the Queen will step in for King Charles during the ancient service.

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King Charles calls for acts of friendship in first public remarks since ... (WABC-TV)

King Charles III gave public remarks on Thursday, addressing the importance of acts of friendship, following his and Princess Kate's cancer diagnoses.

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King Charles's speech for Maundy Thursday as he misses service (The Times)

Seated at his desk in the 18th Century Room at Buckingham Palace, the monarch leans towards two microphones placed on his desk to record a Bible reading and ...

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Queen Camilla will create history when she represents her husband ... (Daily Mail)

Queen Camilla arrives at Worcester Cathedral today for the royal ceremony of distributing gifts on Maundy Thursday. She will be both carry out an ancient ...

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King Charles calls for acts of friendship in first public remarks since ... (CNN)

The British King recorded a message for Maundy Thursday addressing the importance of acts of friendship “especially in a time of need.”

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Maundy Thursday service hears recording of King Charles, Camilla ... (UPI.com)

King Charles was represented by Queen Camilla at a Maundy Thursday service at Britain's Worcester Cathedral, with the congregation hearing a recorded ...

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King Charles Delivers Easter Message in First Public Address Since ... (TIME)

King Charles gave an Easter message in his first public address since Kate Middleton announced she was diagnosed with cancer.

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Alabama congregation donates footwear to homeless people in ... (Episcopal News Service)

“Maundy Thursday is the day we get that new commandment, that we can show love to our neighbor in so many different ways,” she said. “If your church is called ...

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James Spann preaches on Maundy Thursday (al.com)

James Spann, chief meteorologist for ABC 33/40 in Birmingham, preached the noon sermon at the Cathedral Church of the Advent on Maundy Thursday, ...

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Queen Camilla is dazzling in white as she makes historic ... (Tatler)

Queen Camilla was elegant in the cream coat as she arrived at the Royal Maundy service in Worcester Cathedral on Thursday.

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King Charles addresses 'hand of friendship' in Maundy Thursday ... (Hindustan Times)

King Charles III as he delivers a heartfelt message on Maundy Thursday, addressing acts of friendship and more since Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis.

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Queen Camilla Wears Queen Elizabeth's Brooches as She Steps in ... (TownandCountrymag.com)

Each year on the Thursday before Easter the British sovereign presents special coins known as Maundy money to pensioners. And this year, Queen Camilla ...

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