April 11, 2009This is the night when Jesus Christ broke the chains of death and rose triumphant from the grave.
The final part of the great Triduum liturgy, the culmination of Holy Week, and the most solemn Mass of the Church Year is the great Easter Vigil. One of the most ancient rites of the Church, the Easter [...]
March 22, 2008The coolest and longest mass of the Catholic year officially begins the Easter celebration!
So, what’s news about Easter Vigil Mass?
Roman Catholics will tell you that there are Baptisms, First Communions, and Confirmations performed at this mass, along with fires, candles in the dark, Gregorian Chant-style readings and lots of Latin. It’s also 2-3 hours depending [...]
