Holy Saturday also celebrates what God is doing today. Holy Saturday does not simply commemorate what God has done in days gone by. On this holy night, we re-tell the stories of our salvation.
The community gathers around the baptismal font and the Exultet is sung (the ancient hymn that praises our God who led the Israelites out of Egypt and into freedom). After the Easter candle has been lit, it is lifted high and is carried into the Church. This service begins with the ritual of blessing of the “new fire” and the preparation and lighting of the Easter candle. However, it is rich with word, action, hope and new life.
The Holy Saturday service is solemn and lengthy. the blessing of the fire and the preparation and lighting of the Easter candle 2. On this Holy Saturday evening, our Lenten journey culminates with the Resurrection of Jesus Christ! The Easter Vigil has 3 integral parts: 1. In the past 40 days, we have journeyed through Lent. It is one of the most solemn celebrations of the liturgical year. The Easter Vigil is a lengthy but an extremely rich celebration. After dusk, the Easter Vigil is celebrated. Liturgically speaking, Holy Saturday officially ends at dusk. Eucharist is not celebrated on Holy Saturday morning although some churches may have a Morning Prayer service. Lent: April 3rd Holy Saturday Easter Vigil MASS READINGS Ap(Readings on USCCB website) COLLECT PRAYER O God, who make this most sacred night radiant with the glory of the Lord's. Holy Saturday is the day in between Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
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