A ‘Holy Tailgate’: Notre Dame Students Camp Out for ‘Vigil of the Vigil’
More than 150 students eagerly anticipated the Easter Vigil — with some camping out in front of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart for the entirety of Holy Saturday.
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Pope Francis in Easter Vigil Homily: Christ Is the ‘Turning Point’ in Human History
Although Pope Francis did not preside at the liturgy due to his ongoing recovery from a recent hospitalization for double pneumonia, he made a surprise appearance in the basilica about two hours before the Mass.
Pope Francis at Easter Vigil: Christ ‘Is the One Who Brings Us From Darkness Into Light’
As the Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, the Holy Father personally baptized eight adults.
Full Text: Pope Francis’ Homily for Easter Vigil 2024 at the Vatican
‘It is the Lord, the God of the impossible, who rolled away the stone forever. Even now, he opens our tombs, so that hope may be born ever anew.’
A Step-by-Step Guide to the Easter Vigil Mass
The Paschal Vigil is the Great Liturgy in which the whole Paschal Triduum culminates.
Welcome, New Catholics!
The Church annually welcomes to their spiritual home thousands of men, women and children.
Full Text: Pope Francis’ Homily for Easter Vigil 2023 at the Vatican
‘The power of Easter summons you to roll away every stone of disappointment and mistrust ...’
Pope Francis at Easter Vigil 2023: ‘Rediscover the Grace of God’s Resurrection Within You’
‘Look with confidence to the future, for Christ is risen and has changed the direction of history.’
Becoming Catholic Is Worth the Effort, and Worth the Wait
COMMENTARY: Whatever your reason for wanting to become Catholic, run with it. It’s your road sign pointing you in the right direction.
Lights-Off Liturgies: Why Don’t We Have More of Them?
The lack of artificial lighting during the Easter vigil can be a powerful aid to prayer, raising the question of why this practice isn’t done more regularly.
