A Catholic author and mom has guided her family through marking the Triduum with traditions at home.
Holy Week at home: Author offers ideas for a meaningful Triduum
Bishop Kettler: Suspension of public Masses extended through May 15
“While mitigation efforts to date have helped, the coronavirus continues to pose a serious health threat, particularly to the elderly and those with underlying illnesses.”
Fra Angelico’s ‘The Entombment of Christ’
Fra Angelico’s “The Entombment of Christ” places us at the tomb as those who loved Christ and were loved by him prepare his body for burial.
Diocese livestreaming Holy Week, Easter liturgies with Bishop Kettler
“Although we cannot be physically together, this is a way for us to gather as a diocesan church and pray together during these challenging times,” Bishop Kettler said.
Bishop Kettler video message: Staying connected in this time of trial
“Like you, I miss a lot of things because of the stay-at-home order. But what I miss the most is celebrating the Eucharist with you in person: the people of God. I’ve heard from many of you about how difficult it is not to be able to attend Mass at this time or pray together in our churches. This is necessary, however, to keep everyone safe and healthy. So we must look at other ways to gather.”
Vatican asks bishops to help faithful celebrate Holy Week, Easter at home
The Vatican has asked Catholic bishops around the world, both in the Latin rite and the Eastern Catholic Churches, to provide their faithful with resources to support personal and family prayer during Holy Week and at Easter.
Bishop Kettler video message: The Church is with you and offers its support
“Let’s model for everyone in our communities how best to respond to the current challenge we face — with patience, compassion, and the knowledge that God is with us every step of the way.”
Vatican issues decree for Holy Week liturgies with pandemic restrictions
Congregation for Divine Worship and the Sacraments issues guidelines March 20 for celebrating the Triduum and Easter liturgies without the presence of the faithful.