A closer view of the Paschal candle, painted by one of our novicesBenediction of the Blessed SacramentSolemn VespersCoffee and chocolate in the cloister garden.Chanting the prayer before meals for the Easter OctaveEaster blessing of eggs and breadAltar Missal for Holy MassSolemn Laudes on Easter SundayThe sisters receive gifts of chocolateAfter Mass, the sisters share the joy of Easter with the faithful by having the “colomba pascuale”, a traditional italian bread in the shape of a dove.During the Gloria, the statues and images that have been covered in violet are revealed.The liturgy continues with the blessing of the baptismal font.The prophecies are interspersed with tracts sung by the sisters.The solemn chant of the Exultet is sung by the deacon.The procession into the church pauses three times, as the three candles are progressively lit. As each candle is lit, the deacon proclaims “Lumen Christi,” to which all respond, “Deo gratias.”The liturgy begins outside the church with the Easter fire.Reception hallPreparations for the Easter Vigil: the baptismal fontAfter the candle is lit, the Exultet continues.The Paschal Candle is litEcce Agnus DeiThe elevation of the HostThe ministers prostrate themselves as the Litany of the Saints is sung.
