Love, Feet, and the Table.

What if Maundy Thursday isn't just somber — but also joyful? In this episode, Cody Sanders, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner explore the rich intimacy of John 13 and its foot washing scene, unpacking why embodiment matters in preaching, how Judas's betrayal is really an act of walking away from intimacy, and why the farewell discourse (chapters 14–17) is essential context for understanding the night's meaning.

They also dig into Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 11, reading the Lord's Supper not as liturgical formula, but as a communal act of resistance against social fracture — and a source of strength in the face of coming trauma. Plus: how Mary's anointing of Jesus connects to his washing of the disciples' feet, and why a jail chapel hymn sing brings it all home.

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Preaching on Turtle Island series

Working Preacher has just released “Preaching the Bible on Turtle Island,” a series authored by North American indigenous scholars. The series comes just in time for faith communities observing Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Native American Heritage Month, and those preaching around Thanksgiving Day.