The season of Lent is about to come to an end and Easter is soon to begin. Holy Week, which began this Sunday, is the most significant time for Catholics around the world as they remember the final of days of Jesus before his execution. Watch here to see more!
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday commemorates Jesus’ triumphant entry into the city of Jerusalem where he is welcomed like a King, with palm leaves waved symbolically by the crowds. However, it was to be in just a few days that the same crowd would be calling for Jesus’ death.
Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday, or Holy Thursday, commemorates the final night of Jesus’ life and the meal he shares with his disciples. It is on Maundy Thursday that Jesus washed the feet of his disciples and shared a final meal with them. The Last Supper, before he was betrayed by Judas. In our Holy Week Liturgy we wash the feet of members of the College as a sign of our humble service to others. The word “Maundy” means commandment, because it is on this night Jesus gave the following instruction to his followers: “A new commandment I give you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”
Good Friday
Good Friday is a day of mourning as we remember the execution of Jesus by crucifixion. Why is it called Good Friday if we are sad? Because the death of Christ, as terrible as it was, led to the Resurrection on Easter Sunday, which continues to bring new life to those who believe.
Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday
Holy Saturday, the day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, is quite literally a day of waiting – waiting for Jesus’ resurrection. Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is the most important festival and the one celebrated with the greatest joy because it is at the heart of our faith.
