The heart of the Christian revelation is the sacrifice of a loving Father for His children, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes
in Him should not perish but have everlasting life “ (John 3:16). On the last night of His earthly life, Yeshua gives His followers a simple meal that would form the core practice of His ekklesia (church). But this was so much more than just a meal. Here was a living memorial in which each disciple would uniquely connect with and be strengthened by the love that bought their freedom. So it was that the Agape (Love) meal became the central component of the first Christian gatherings. The dining arrangements were simple and communal, reflecting the humble and inclusive nature of the fellowship. Members would sit together on low couches or sometimes on the floor, around a common table or in a circle, sharing food and drink as a symbol of their communion with Christ and their love for one another. The Agape was a mystical communion with the simplest of physical emblems and requiring only the humblest of fare. Its emphasis was on loving fellowship with Jesus and one another, sharing, mutual support, celebration, and thanksgiving. Each person contributed what they could, both to the common meal and to the worship. This meal has Love at its heart.