Christ in the Passover event presented by Jews for Jesus, April 20
What do the Jewish Passover and Jesus’ Last Supper have in common? Stewart Weinisch, speaking on behalf of Jews for Jesus, will answer that question in a Passover Seder presentation called Christ in the Passover, at Berlin Mennonite Church on Wednesday, April 20, at 6 p.m.
Using a visual display of traditional Passover accouterments, the Christ in the Passover presentation enhances the Christian’s understanding and appreciation of the Jewish background of the Christian communion. Ancient and modern Jewish customs are discussed and described with an emphasis on the aspect of redemption that Christ accomplished at Calvary.
Tables are set with the traditional Jewish Passover items, including representative foods which are explained, but not eaten. The ceremonial Seder plate, the three-compartment pouch in which the matzo (unleavened bread) is kept, as well as the traditional cup of Elijah are presented, and new insights to their Christological significance are provided. There will be a light meal included as part of this event.
Jews for Jesus has presented this demonstration in more than 16,000 churches. It was originally written in 1956 by Dr. Moishe Rosen, the founder and former executive director of Jews for Jesus. The presentation was abstracted from the writings of the late Rabbi Leopold Cohn, who came to faith in Jesus in 1894 and died in 1936.
Rosen contends that some of the most important elements of Christian doctrine, such as the Trinity, the principle of substitutionary atonement and salvation through a personal relationship with the Messiah, are implied in the Seder (Passover feast) as observed by Orthodox Jews even today. The Christ in the Passover presentation is one way Jews for Jesus can help churches appreciate the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. Rosen said, “Our message is not new, but we’re telling it in a new way.”
Jews for Jesus also communicates through original Jewish gospel music and drama, which is presented by mobile teams such as the Liberated Wailing Wall. The organization has permanent branches in several North American cities, as well as international branches in various cities worldwide - wherever a large Jewish population is present.
Those attending the special Christ in the Passover program at Berlin Mennonite Church. located at 4718 U.S. 62 in Berlin, on Wednesday, April 20, will have an experience to remember. The program is open to the general public and Stewart Weinisch will be available to answer questions those attending might have. To assist in planning, contact the church at 330-893-3121 with the number in your party attending, or email berlinmennonite@yahoo.com. However, if unable to contact the church prior to the event, guests are still welcome to attend.
The event is free, however, there will be an opportunity given to contribute to the ministry.
Using a visual display of traditional Passover accouterments, the Christ in the Passover presentation enhances the Christian’s understanding and appreciation of the Jewish background of the Christian communion. Ancient and modern Jewish customs are discussed and described with an emphasis on the aspect of redemption that Christ accomplished at Calvary.
Tables are set with the traditional Jewish Passover items, including representative foods which are explained, but not eaten. The ceremonial Seder plate, the three-compartment pouch in which the matzo (unleavened bread) is kept, as well as the traditional cup of Elijah are presented, and new insights to their Christological significance are provided. There will be a light meal included as part of this event.
Jews for Jesus has presented this demonstration in more than 16,000 churches. It was originally written in 1956 by Dr. Moishe Rosen, the founder and former executive director of Jews for Jesus. The presentation was abstracted from the writings of the late Rabbi Leopold Cohn, who came to faith in Jesus in 1894 and died in 1936.
Rosen contends that some of the most important elements of Christian doctrine, such as the Trinity, the principle of substitutionary atonement and salvation through a personal relationship with the Messiah, are implied in the Seder (Passover feast) as observed by Orthodox Jews even today. The Christ in the Passover presentation is one way Jews for Jesus can help churches appreciate the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. Rosen said, “Our message is not new, but we’re telling it in a new way.”
Jews for Jesus also communicates through original Jewish gospel music and drama, which is presented by mobile teams such as the Liberated Wailing Wall. The organization has permanent branches in several North American cities, as well as international branches in various cities worldwide - wherever a large Jewish population is present.
Those attending the special Christ in the Passover program at Berlin Mennonite Church. located at 4718 U.S. 62 in Berlin, on Wednesday, April 20, will have an experience to remember. The program is open to the general public and Stewart Weinisch will be available to answer questions those attending might have. To assist in planning, contact the church at 330-893-3121 with the number in your party attending, or email berlinmennonite@yahoo.com. However, if unable to contact the church prior to the event, guests are still welcome to attend.
The event is free, however, there will be an opportunity given to contribute to the ministry.
Published: April 12, 2011
