Palm SundayDistribution of palmsProcessionChanting of the PassionTenebrae of Holy ThursdayFestive lunch in memory of the Last SupperHoly Thursday MassProcession to the altar of reposeStripping of the altars...... to the chanting of psalmsAdoration at the altar of reposeGood FridayMass of the PresanctifiedTraits sung by the SistersChanting of the PassionThe Cross, where Our Lord died, is gradually unveiledAdoration of the CrossToward the altar of reposeThe Blessed Sacrament is taken to the altar to be consumed by the Celebrant. There is no Consecration on Good Friday because of the Crucifixion of Our LordVespersTenebrae of Holy SaturdayResponses sung by the SistersLessons sung by the clericsEaster VigilBlessing of the New FireEntrance procession with the three-branched candle, representing the Most Holy Trinity, lit in three stagesSinging of the ExultetThe Paschal Candle is lit to represent the Resurrection of Our Lord in the TombProcession to the baptismal fontThe Paschal Candle is immersed in water for the blessing of fontsProstration during the Litany of the SaintsOur Royal Heart painting is unveiled first thing when we return home!Champagne is opened to celebrate Christ's victory over death!Easter SundayThe sisters discover the cards and gifts offered by our friends for this great feastVespersBenediction of the Blessed SacramentEaster MondaySung Mass......by the sistersBlessing of the House
