The Church in Wales welcomed the King and Queen for a Maundy Service at St Asaph Cathedral. It is the second time it has been held in Wales in its 800-year history.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla distributed Maundy gifts to 77 men and 77 women, recognising their outstanding Christian service to churches and communities across the UK. The service also marked the first meeting between the King and the Most Revd Cherry Vann, Archbishop of Wales.
The service featured music from Welsh composers and included the Processional Cross of Wales, a gift from the King to the Christians of Wales, which contains a fragment traditionally believed to be from the cross on which Jesus was crucified.
The Dean of St Asaph Cathedral, Nigel Williams, said they were 'deeply honoured' to host the service, hoping it would be a 'memorable experience' for those who attended.
Maundy Thursday, observed during Holy Week, commemorates the Last Supper and Jesus’ command to love and serve one another.
The Royal Maundy is an annual service. The tradition dates back to the 13th century and continues as a sign of humility and service.
The last time the Maundy Service was held in Wales was in 1982 in St Davids, Pembrokeshire.
More information about Royal Maundy is available here.