Holy Week at Immaculate Heart
Palm Sunday
8:00 AM | Palm Sunday Mass | Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week as we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Palms will be blessed at the beginning of Mass, and we will hear the proclamation of the Passion of the Lord. Join us as we begin the most sacred week of the Church year together. |
11:00 AM | Palm Sunday Mass |
Monday
1:00 PM | Chrism Mass | Each year during Holy Week, the Bishop gathers with the priests of the Diocese for the Chrism Mass at St. Peter Cathedral in Erie. During this beautiful and ancient liturgy, the bishop blesses the holy oils that will be used throughout the coming year for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders. The priests of the diocese also renew their priestly promises. All are welcome to attend this special celebration that highlights the unity of our diocesan Church. | Watch on Facebook |
Tuesday
8:00 AM | Daily Mass | Daily Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday and Wednesday of Holy Week. All are welcome to join us in prayer as we prepare our hearts for the sacred celebrations of the Triduum and the joy of Easter. |
Wednesday
8:00 AM | Daily Mass | Daily Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday and Wednesday of Holy Week. All are welcome to join us in prayer as we prepare our hearts for the sacred celebrations of the Triduum and the joy of Easter. |
Holy Thursday
6:00 PM | Mass of the Lord’s Supper | On Holy Thursday we begin the Sacred Triduum as we commemorate the Last Supper, when Jesus gave us the gift of the Holy Eucharist and the priesthood. During this Mass we also recall Christ’s example of humble service in the washing of the feet. |
7:00 PM | Adoration in the Chapel of Repose | Following the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, the Blessed Sacrament will be placed in the Chapel of Repose in Gallagher Hall. All are invited to spend time in quiet prayer and adoration with the Lord, keeping watch with Him as we recall His agony in the Garden of Gethsemane. |
9:00 PM | Night Prayer in the Chapel of Repose | The Church’s Night Prayer (Compline) will be prayed in the Chapel of Repose as we conclude this night of watching with the Lord. All are invited to join in this brief and peaceful prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours as we entrust ourselves to God at the close of the day. |
Good Friday
12:15 PM | The Lord’s Passion | On Good Friday the Church gathers in silence to remember the Passion and death of Jesus Christ. This solemn liturgy includes the proclamation of the Passion, the Solemn Intercessions, the veneration of the Holy Cross, and Holy Communion. Join us as we prayerfully reflect on the great sacrifice of Christ for our salvation. |
Holy Saturday
12:00 PM | Easter Basket Blessing | Families are invited to bring their traditional Easter (Pascha) baskets to be blessed. These baskets, filled with foods that will be enjoyed at the Easter meal, are a beautiful reminder of the joy of the Resurrection and the end of the Lenten fast. All are welcome to participate in this cherished Easter tradition. |
8:30 PM | The Solemn Easter Vigil in the Holy Night | The Easter Vigil is the most sacred and beautiful liturgy of the entire Church year. Beginning in darkness, we celebrate Christ’s victory over sin and death through the blessing of the new fire, the lighting of the Paschal Candle, the proclamation of salvation history, and the joyful celebration of the Resurrection. All are invited to join us for this powerful celebration of our faith. |
Easter Sunday
8:00 AM | Easter Sunday Mass at Immaculate Heart | On Easter Sunday we joyfully celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the victory of life over death. Join us as we gather to proclaim the good news that Christ is risen! |
8:00 AM | Easter Sunday Mass at St. Columbkille | |
11:00 AM | Easter Sunday Mass at Immaculate Heart |