Rapp, an evangelist with Jews for Jesus' New York branch, will set a traditional Jewish Passover table with customary items, including representative foods which are explained, but not eaten, ceremonial accessories, including the cup of Elijah, the ceremonial seder plate, and the three compartment pouch in which the matzo (unleavened bread) is kept.

The "Christ in the Passover" presentation is intended to enhance 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.

Jews for Jesus has presented this demonstration in over 5,000 churches. It was originally written in 1956 by 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.

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 presentation will last about an hour. There is no admission charge but a free-will offering for the ministry of Jews for Jesus will be taken. There will be Jewish desserts and coffee following the presentation in the parish hall of the church. Rapp also will be available to answer any questions regarding the presentation and will have Jews for Jesus materials, books and videos available for purchase.

St. Andrew's is at 316 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree City.

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