Lord, Do You Wash My Feet

"Lord, Do You Wash My Feet" brings us straight into the upper room on Holy Thursday. The text is drawn directly from the Gospel of John, capturing the intimate and startling moment when Christ kneels before His disciples. For a choir, singing this piece during the Mandatum—the ritual washing of feet at the Mass of the Lord's Supper—adds a profound layer of reflection to the liturgy.

The arrangement opens with a narrative recitative, setting the scene before moving into a poignant chorus that voices Peter's hesitation and Christ's gentle but firm reply. As the verses unfold, they carry the congregation through the dialogue between Jesus and Peter, culminating in the ultimate command to love and serve one another. It is a deeply moving piece that helps the faithful enter into the humility and sacrifice of Holy Week.