Maundy Thursday (from the Latin ‘Mandatum Novum’ meaning a ‘New Commandment’) commemorates the events of the Last Supper when Jesus celebrated the Passover meal with his disciples. On this day, we share with Jesus in the breaking of bread and the washing of feet, followed by the watch in the ‘Garden of Gethesemane’.

Good Friday is the day when we remember the Crucifixion of Jesus, his death on the cross. Although there is no celebration of the Eucharist on Good Friday, there is still Communion, the Aumbry is left empty and open, Jesus is no longer sacramentally present in the church. The church is left desolate and forsaken, there is no adequate way of recalling the being dead of the Incarnate God.

The Easter Vigil is the climactic celebration where we begin in darkness. We renew our Baptismal vows and celebrate the first Eucharist of Easter. Much of the liturgy and ritual in the Solemn Triduum is among the most ancient in the church and lifts us into the presence of God, who offers us life in all its fullness.

Alleluia! Christ is risen! Join us at 10:00 on Easter Day for the Parish Eucharist with Renewal of Baptismal Vows. Celebrate the joy of resurrection, new life in Christ, and the hope that transforms the world. All are welcome as we proclaim: He is risen indeed. Alleluia!