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Easter Triduum / The Exultet; The Temple is raised
Easter Triduum / The Exultet; The Temple is raised
By Ralph Hathaway
The Vigil of Easter
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The Importance of Holy Saturday
The Importance of Holy Saturday
By Terri Thomas
Holy Saturday is not just the day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. It’s important to understand the significance of this day.
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How Does Old Testament Foretell Christ's Passion and Crucifixion?
How Does Old Testament Foretell Christ's Passion and Crucifixion?
By Leslie Anderson
Let's examine how prophets from the Old Testament give us many hints about the suffering servant who is our Savior. We'll also look at instances in Genesiss and Exodus that point towards Christ's Passion and Crucifixion.
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Good Friday
Good Friday
By Roberta M. Meehan
Poem for Good Friday
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They Did Not Yet Understand the Scripture: Reflections on the Readings for the Resurrection of the Lord, Mass of Easter Day
They Did Not Yet Understand the Scripture: Reflections on the Readings for the Resurrection of the Lord, Mass of Easter Day
By Tom Klocek
The greatest feast day in Christianity is that of the Resurrection of Our Lord - Easter. Without the Resurrection the whole Bible is meaningless. The Resurrection is the fulfillment of the Old Testament. Thus its celebration, whether the Vigil Mass or the Sunday Mass is rich with meaning and complexity.
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How Did Jesus Not Die on the Way to Calvary?
How Did Jesus Not Die on the Way to Calvary?
By Bryan J Dickerson
The author discusses the medical explanations for the suffering that Jesus endured during his Passion, Crucifixion and Death. He wonders how Jesus even made it to Calvary given the brutal and sadistic injuries that he endured for our sins and concludes that "Love" sustained him throughout his tortuous ordeal.
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Things to Do on Holy Saturday as a Catholic
Things to Do on Holy Saturday as a Catholic
By Amani
Holy Saturday is a day of profound significance in the Catholic liturgical calendar. It is a day of anticipation, reflection, and preparation for the celebration of Christ's resurrection.
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Easter Truduum / The Servant of God who is the I AM
Easter Truduum / The Servant of God who is the I AM
By Ralph Hathaway
A man for all seasons
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Fr. Joe Krupp's Holy Thursday Homily
Fr. Joe Krupp's Holy Thursday Homily
By Janet Cassidy
A wonderful Holy Thursday Homily.
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Is It a Sin to Not Fast on Good Friday?
Is It a Sin to Not Fast on Good Friday?
By St. Paul Institute
Is it a sin to not fast on Good Friday?
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A Great Lent!
A Great Lent!
By Janet Cassidy
Reflecting back on Lent this year and appreciating the impact of choices.
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“For My Flesh is True Food”: Tradition, Fulfillment, and the Words of Institution
“For My Flesh is True Food”: Tradition, Fulfillment, and the Words of Institution
By Stephen Chanderbhan
On Holy Thursday, we commemorate the Last Supper, where Jesus first uttered those immortal words: "This is my body. ... This is my blood." Why, though, would he make such a claim? This reflection considers why it is Jesus makes this bold proclamation - one that reaches to the roots of who Jesus was and is, and what this means for us who follow Him.
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Easter Triduum / A Servant for all
Easter Triduum / A Servant for all
By Ralph Hathaway
Holy Thursday
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Extraordinary Graces: Divine Mercy Sunday and the Divine Mercy Novena (begins Good Friday)
Extraordinary Graces: Divine Mercy Sunday and the Divine Mercy Novena (begins Good Friday)
By Terri Thomas
On the last day of the Octave of Easter (the Sunday after Easter - April 27) the entire Church is invited to gather throughout the world to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. Jesus asked that this feast day be preceded by the Novena to the Divine Mercy which begins on Good Friday. Learn all about that in this article.
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The Agony and the Angels: A Look at Contrasting Visions
The Agony and the Angels: A Look at Contrasting Visions
By Christopher Castagnoli
What might have caused our Lord to sweat blood at Gesthemane? And how can we console Him? Find out answers to both compelling questions!
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Holy Thursday
Holy Thursday
By Roberta M. Meehan
Poem for Holy Thursday
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The Twenty-two Plenary Indulgences You Can Obtain During Holy Week through Divine Mercy Sunday and Beyond
The Twenty-two Plenary Indulgences You Can Obtain During Holy Week through Divine Mercy Sunday and Beyond
By Terri Thomas
There is a good chance that many baptized Catholics are in a position to receive a plenary indulgence during Holy Week and beyond. The following information relates how these indulgences can be gained for ourselves or for the holy souls in purgatory.
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Things to Do on Holy Saturday as a Catholic
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Good Friday: Can You Receive Holy Communion on Good Friday?
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Is It a Sin to Not Fast on Good Friday?
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