MONDAY
Monday, April 14 | Mass at 11 a.m. | Church
TUESDAY
Tuesday, April 15 | Mass at 6:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. | Church
Chrism Mass | Tuesday, April 15 | Catholic Pastoral Center, 2800 McGavock Pike
This beautiful Liturgy includes the blessing of sacred chrism and the other oils used in sacraments throughout the year, and the renewal of commitment on the part of the priests serving in our diocese. For more information visit https://dioceseofnashville.com/chrism/
WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, April 16 | Mass at 6:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. | Church
HOLY THURSDAY
Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Thursday, April 17 at 6 p.m. | Church
No 6:30 or 8 a.m. Mass on Holy Thursday. No Holy Hour.
The Mass of the Lord’s Supper marks the beginning of the sacred triduum as we observe the annual celebration of the saving death and resurrection of the Lord. The washing of the feet is a beautiful sign of the humble loving service Christ models for us. Following Communion the Eucharist is carried in solemn procession to its place of rest. All are invited to join the procession to the Fellowship Hall as the Eucharist is carried out of the central aisle of the church. Adoration will conclude with the celebration of night prayer at 9:00 p.m. We depart in silence on this night, and the church is stripped of its adornments.
GOOD FRIDAY
The Passion of the Lord
Friday, April 18 at 3 p.m. | Church
Mass is not celebrated on this day.
No 8 a.m. Mass or Reconciliation on Good Friday or Holy Saturday.
Good Friday marks the observance of the death of Jesus. All enter and leave the Liturgy in silence this day. As the priests and ministers fall prostrate all are asked to kneel. During the proclamation of the Passion according to St. John, parishioners listen in silence as various persons proclaim the parts of the Gospel. The cross is venerated. Special intercessions are offered for the needs of the church and of the world. The collection is taken up for the places of the Holy Land. Communion is not received. Stations of the Cross are commemorated at noon in the church on Good Friday.
EASTER MASS SCHEDULE
Easter Vigil | Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m.
Sacraments are not celebrated during the day. Communion may only be taken to the dying. Please note there are no confessions on Saturday evening and no Mass at 5:00 p.m.
Holy Saturday marks a day of Sabbath rest, mirroring the “rest” of Jesus in death. We arrive at church in silence. In the evening, the Vigil of Easter begins after the fall of night, with the blessing of the new Easter fire and the lighting of the Paschal Candle. The church is filled with the glow of candles held aloft by the faithful as the Exultet is sung. The Scriptures proclaim the story of salvation. The catechumens are baptized, the candidates are received into the church, and both are confirmed. The Liturgy of the Eucharist is celebrated with special solemnity. The Resurrection of the Lord is proclaimed! The Easter season has begun.
Easter Morning Sunrise Outdoor Mass | Sunday, April 20 at 6:00 a.m.
Celebrate the Risen Lord with the rising of the sun. Bring your camping chairs and jackets to this Mass in front of the outdoor altar located in front of the school.
Easter Morning Masses | Sunday April 20 at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
ASL Interpreter will be at the 9:00 a.m. Easter Mass
The great 50 day celebration of Easter has begun! The faithful renew baptismal promises. All share the joy of the Risen Lord. This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad! The Lord is risen as he said, “Alleluia, Alleluia!”