Hey there,
There’s often a moment when things start to go wrong … and it’s not always obvious at first. A quiet decision gets made, maybe even justified in the moment, and only later do we see where it led. In the Gospels, that moment happens during Holy Week, when Judas steps away and agrees to betray Jesus. It’s a simple exchange, but it sets everything else in motion.
Spy Wednesday draws our attention to that moment. It’s not just about Judas, but about how easily we can drift, how small choices can pull us away from Christ, and how these decisions often happen quietly, without much notice. Before everything unfolds publicly, there is this hidden moment of choice.
In this week’s issue of Genuflect, we explore the origin, meaning, and traditions of Spy Wednesday, take a closer look at Judas and his betrayal, and reflect on what it reveals about our own choices today … along with practical ways to turn back to Christ as we enter the most sacred days of the year.
The story of Judas is not just about one man long ago … it’s a mirror held up to every disciple. And the question it leaves us with is simple, but not easy: what are we choosing?
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Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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The Origins of Spy Wednesday
Why is the Wednesday of Holy Week called “Spy Wednesday?” This article explains how the name comes from Judas Iscariot secretly plotting to betray Christ … becoming the “spy” within the disciples … and uncovers the biblical roots behind the tradition.
Why Is Wednesday of Holy Week Called Spy Wednesday? | Learn Religions
Spy Wednesday Traditions
Why is “Spy Wednesday” more than just a name? Deacon Greg Kandra uncovers the dramatic moment of betrayal at the heart of Holy Week … and the surprising traditions, customs, and symbols from around the world that bring this shadow-filled day to life.
I Spy a Traitor: The Traditions of “Spy Wednesday” | Aleteia
4 Facts About Judas
What really drove Judas to betray Jesus … and what can we learn from it today? Philip Kosloski breaks down four revealing facts that shed light on his decision, the true cost of his betrayal, and the deeper spiritual lesson it holds for every Christian.
4 Quick Facts About Judas And His Betrayal | Aleteia
Our 30 Pieces of Silver
What are the “30 pieces of silver” we’re tempted to choose today? This article reveals six subtle ways we trade Christ for lesser things … and offers practical, grace-filled steps to let them go and return to Him.
6 Modern ‘30 Pieces of Silver’ we Choose Instead of Jesus | ChurchPOP
Making The Most of Holy Week
Here’s an issue from last year when Genuflect covered Holy Thursday (aka Maundy Thursday), Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and the big event … Easter Sunday … in detail. So you can finish your Lent strong and make the most of the holiest week of the year.
Making The Most of Holy Week | Genuflect
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