Maundy Thursday

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King Charles Speaks on Maundy Thursday: Messages of Friendship and Healing

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Discover King Charles' heartfelt messages of friendship and healing on Maundy Thursday. Learn about his powerful recorded remarks and the significance behind the day.

On Maundy Thursday, King Charles expressed his 'great sadness' at missing public events due to his cancer treatment, highlighting the importance of acts of friendship. Despite his absence, he recorded a message praising the 'hand of friendship' that embodies the spirit of the day. The monarch's words resonated at the ancient Maundy Thursday service at Worcester Cathedral, where Queen Camilla stood in his place.

In a touching audio message, King Charles called for acts of friendship and unity, emphasizing the healing power of camaraderie in times of need. His recorded speech, delivered from the 18th Century Room at Buckingham Palace, urged listeners to embrace the 'hand of friendship' as a source of comfort and grace on this solemn occasion.

As attendees brought their grief to Gethsemane, reflecting on the wounds of Maundy Thursday, King Charles' message offered solace and encouragement. His call for unity and compassion echoed through the halls of Worcester Cathedral, reminding all of the importance of standing together in times of trial.

Despite his own health challenges, King Charles III's public remarks on Maundy Thursday emphasized the enduring value of acts of friendship. During a period marked by personal struggles, his message of camaraderie and support resonated with the congregation, inspiring a sense of unity and solidarity.

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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)

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

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

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

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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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