The Living Last Supper

Who We Are

The Living Last Supper Ministry is a group of men, women, and children, that present the Gospel through the dramatization of Jesus’ last supper with his disciples. The 40 plus people participating in the ministry come from many Christian denominations in and around the Dubuque area. This includes, Catholic, Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian, Evangelical Free, Evangelical Churches, and others. But we all have one thing in common: our love for Jesus Christ. Each event includes an introduction to each of the disciples, foot washing, the Lord’s Supper, the betrayal of Jesus by Judas, music selections, children’s presentation, and audience participation. This year’s theme is: Never Alone and is based on Matthew 28:20. The book we are using is Max Lucado’s “Never Alone” and was written during the COVID-19 years as a bible study to comfort people all over the world experiencing isolation and loneliness.
In addition to the “ministry events” (performances) the group participates in at least one outreach event. For about the last 10 years the group has provided a brunch and fellowship at the local rescue mission, downtown Dubuque.

History

A little over 25 years ago a group of men at a local church wanted to dramatize the last supper and the Gospel, to their families, friends and other church members. Over the year’s music was added, a formal script was developed and a children’s ministry was added. Each season a theme is selected based on a bible verse and a bible study that the ministry members participate in prior to the first event. The bible study books are then given away at each of performances. Generally, there are between 4 and 8 performance each year starting in March and completing on Good Friday.