The Easter Vigil

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Mary the Virgin, Eccleston
Towngate Eccleston Chorley, PR7 5QL, United Kingdom

The Easter Vigil is the most solemn and significant liturgy in the Christian calendar, celebrated on Holy Saturday night. It marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ and begins with the Service of Light, where the Paschal candle is lit from the Easter fire. The liturgy includes the proclamation of salvation history through several Scripture readings, the renewal of baptismal promises, and the celebration of the Eucharist, symbolizing Christ's victory over death and the hope of new life.

Christ Church, Charnock Richard

We are a warm, welcoming village church here in Charnock Richard. We look forward to seeing you at our Parish Eucharist, 8.45am each Sunday. Christ Church is often open for prayer during the week, an opportunity to have a quiet moment of reflection in our busy lives.

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Mrs Margaret Stewart, Parish Administrator
07376 374597
Fr Jordan McDermott, Rector
01257 452777
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The Easter Vigil

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Mary the Virgin, Eccleston
Towngate Eccleston Chorley, PR7 5QL, United Kingdom

The Easter Vigil is the most solemn and significant liturgy in the Christian calendar, celebrated on Holy Saturday night. It marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ and begins with the Service of Light, where the Paschal candle is lit from the Easter fire. The liturgy includes the proclamation of salvation history through several Scripture readings, the renewal of baptismal promises, and the celebration of the Eucharist, symbolizing Christ's victory over death and the hope of new life.

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Safeguarding

Our parish of Charnock Richard, Christ Church is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Blackburn’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Lorna McCormick ([email protected] / 07816 480034) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Cath Smith ([email protected] / 07711 485170) . If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

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