The Easter Triduum

We invite you to participate in the special days of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday – the most sacred days of the liturgical year. We suffer, die, and are buried with Christ on the path to celebrate his resurrection.

Holy Thursday ~ Thursday, April 1

Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7 p.m.

We celebrate the gift of the Eucharist and the priesthood. Through the washing of feet, we are reminded of our call to serve as Christ served.

Good Friday ~ Friday, April 2

Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 12:10 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

With solemn reading of the Passion and veneration of the cross.

Procession of the Cross led by Bishop John M. Quinn, gather at 3:45 p.m. at the Government Center. Procession leaves at 4:00 p.m. and arrives at St. John’s at 5:30 p.m. for the celebration of the Lord’s Passion.

We remember Christ’s sacrifice for our sins and the sins of the whole world.

Holy Saturday ~ Saturday, April 3

Easter Vigil 8:00 p.m.

We begin in darkness, acknowledging that Christ, the Light of the World, conquers all darkness. We celebrate the baptism and the initiation of catechumens and candidates through the process of RCIA, welcoming them into our community.

Easter Sunday ~ Sunday, April 4