Holy Wednesday: a day of betrayal

Holy Wednesday: a day of betrayal

HOLY Wednesday, or “Miyerkules Santo” as it is locally called, marks the day Judas Iscariot conspired to betray Jesus Christ.In John 12:3, Mary of Bethany anointed Jesus’ feet with expensive perfume while he was at the table with his disciples. Some of the disciples questioned why the perfume was not sold to help the poor, but Judas Iscariot objected because he wanted the money for himself. After this, Judas went to the Sanhedrin and offered to …

Spy Wednesday: A Choice Between Greed and Giving

Holy Wednesday is often called “Spy Wednesday” because it is the day in Holy Week that Judas Iscariot agreed to betray Jesus and became a spy for the high priests. It is also the day that Mary of Bethany anointed Jesus with costly ointment. Mary’s extravagant gift contrasts with the greed of Judas, who that same night received thirty pieces of silver as payment for his betrayal. As we observe Spy Wednesday, the occasion challenges each of us to …