Stepping in for the cancer-stricken King, Queen Camilla will assume a pivotal role in a major event at Worcester Cathedral’s Maundy Thursday services on March 28th. The church officially announced her participation, revealing that she will personally distribute the traditional Maundy Gifts on behalf of the monarch.
The excitement surrounding Her Majesty's attendance was palpable in the church's announcement, accompanied by a captivating photo of the cathedral and the iconic gifts—coins that Queen Camilla is poised to distribute.
While Queen Camilla has previously accompanied her husband to this service, history will be made this time. For the first time in over 1400 years, a consort will be tasked with distributing the gifts instead of the reigning monarch.
The Maundy Service, a venerable tradition observed each year on the Thursday preceding Easter Sunday, traces its origins back to 600 AD. Echoing the biblical narrative of Jesus washing the feet of his Apostles at the Last Supper, the monarch traditionally bestows gifts upon parishioners.
In a contemporary twist, the number of coins distributed mirrors the monarch's age. Hence, Queen Camilla will graciously present 75 men and 75 women with coins, symbolizing King Charles's 75 years of life.
As reported by The Daily Mail, the absence of King Charles from this pre-Easter service underscores its significance, marking a historic moment in royal history.
