Holy Week is an important time for Christians. In celebrating each year, we relive the mystery of the Passion and Resurrection of Jesus. Palm Sunday: The meeting held on Palm to join the crowd that welcomed Jesus to Jerusalem. After the celebration, people carry the blessed palms to hang with them on a cross as a sign of hope.
Maundy Thursday: Christians gathered in church to commemorate the Last Supper, Jesus' last meal of the day his death. The act of washing feet is at the heart of this celebration. After the readings, the priest did as Jesus, he washed the feet of many Christians.
Friday : Christians celebrate Jesus' death. The cross is central to the celebration. A silent procession opens the Office of the Passion. The Gospel of St. John Passion is proclaimed. Then everyone comes to bow or kiss the cross.
Vigil: On the night of Holy Saturday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. By the fire that burns in outside in the middle of the night we celebrate the Risen Christ that shines in our heart of darkness.
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