Easter @ St. Gregory’s 2023
Palm Sunday
Join us for the commemoration of our Lord’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the distribution of palms, and the proclamation of the Passion Narrative.
– Saturday April 1st – 5:00pm
-Sunday April 2nd – 10:00am
Mass of Chrism
The Mass of Chrism is the annual gathering of the Bishop, priests and people from across the diocese. As this Mass our priests renew their promises made to the Bishop at ordination and the sacramental oils used for various purposes are blessed. It is held at the Basilica Cathedral of Christ the King in Hamilton and all are invited. Get there early as the Basilica fills quickly.
– Monday, April 3rd – 2:00pm at the Basilica Cathedral of Christ The King – Hamilton
Holy Thursday
The Mass of the Lord’s Supper commemorates of the institution of the Eucharist and the washing of the feet. At the conclusion of this Mass, the Blessed Sacrament is removed from the tabernacle to a place of reposition.
– Thursday April 6th – 7:00pm
Good Friday
Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion. This liturgy features the traditional reading of the Passion narrative, solemn prayers for the Church and the world as well as the veneration of the Cross.
– Friday April 7th – 2:00pm
– Friday April 7th – 4:30pm Syrian Catholic Mass
– Friday April 7th – 7:00pm Stations of the Cross
Blessing of Easter Food
Bring your Easter baskets to the Church for the traditional Blessing of Easter Food. The children will be invited to assist our priest as he offers blessings and prayers for our Easter goodies.
– Saturday April 8th – 12 Noon
Easter Masses
Easter Vigil
Join us for this the first of our joyful celebrations of the resurrection of our Lord. The Vigil Mass begins with the lighting of the Easter Candle at the entrance to the Church, the procession and ceremony of light, our renewal of baptismal promises, the proclamation of readings recalling God’s mighty deeds for his people throughout salvation history. All this is followed by the celebration of the Eucharist. (Please note: attendance at the Easter Vigil satisfies your obligation to attend Sunday Mass and incense may be used at this celebration)
– Saturday April 8th – 7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday
– Sunday April 9th – 10:00am – English Mass
– Sunday April 9th – Noon – Syrian Catholic Mass
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