The summit of the Liturgical Year is the Easter Triduum—from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday. These three days are liturgically one day unfolding the unity of Christ’s Paschal Mystery.

Mass of the Lord’s Supper (Holy Thursday)
Follows the rhythm of the ancient Last Supper. The presider washes the feet of members of the congregation like Jesus washed the feet of the disciples. After Mass, all remaining hosts are taken to an altar of repose, where adoration of the Blessed Sacrament occurs late into the night. Parishioners can remain like the disciples in Gethsemane, asked to “watch and pray.” There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament following Holy Thursday Mass until Midnight. Come, keep vigil with the Lord.

The Lord’s Passion (Good Friday)
Following the Liturgy of the Word, there is a communal reverencing of the cross. The intercessions are solemn and include prayers for many different groups of people, reminding us that Jesus’ passion is for the whole world. There is no Liturgy of the Eucharist. Hosts consecrated on Holy Thursday are distributed, after which the tabernacle is empty. The tabernacle remains empty through Holy Saturday — just as Jesus departed from this earthly world in death — and we wait in hope for Easter Sunday!

Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord (Easter Vigil & Easter Sunday)
At the Easter Vigil, we celebrate Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist for new members coming into the Church; and at all Masses, our Baptism Promises are renewed. Celebrate the Lord’s resurrection from the dead. Alleluia! He is risen!

We welcome new Catholics at the Easter Vigil Mass on Saturday, April 19th at 8:45 PM. There will be a celebratory reception following Mass in the Dining Room.

Please join us on Sunday, April 27th after the 10:30 AM Mass for an Easter celebration!

We’ll start in the Dining Room with donuts, “Sleepless from Seattle” coffee cart, and face painting. Then we’ll head out to the field to continue the Easter fun with an egg hunt and a visit from live bunnies for the kids to pet and hold!

All are welcome to join the fun!

The egg hunt will start promptly at 12:15 PM and is for ages 10 and under! Please be sure the kids bring something to gather their eggs in and RSVP using the button below so we can prepare for everyone attending.

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