Holy Week & Easter 2025

APRIL 15 - HOLY TUESDAY

• Daily Mass - 8:30 a.m. in church - confession available following Mass until 10:00 a.m.

• Daily Mass - 6:00 p.m. in church - confession available following Mass until 8:00 p.m.

• Daily Mass (All School) - 9:00 a.m.

• 7:00 p.m. - Tenebrae* - presider: Fr. Brett Williams

Note, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered during this service.
*also livestreamed

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Tenebrae dates back to the 13th century. This ancient rite uses the gradual extinguishing of candles, evocative Scripture readings, and stirring choral music to draw us into the shadow of sorrow that preceded the Cross. Led by our Saint Clement Choir, the Tenebrae service not only reflects on the approaching darkness but also prepares our hearts for the light to come.

• 9:00 a.m. - Prayer Service

• 7:00 p.m. - Mass of the Lord's Supper and Washing of Feet * -presider: Fr. Tom Hickey (Fr. Brett Williams preaching)

• Following Mass (approx. 8:30 p.m.) Pilgrimage to Seven Churches - limited seating, register here

• 9:00 p.m. - Prayer Service
(Church is open until midnight for prayer)

*also livestreamed

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On Holy Thursday at 7:00 p.m., we gather for the Mass of the Lord’s Supper—a liturgy steeped in rich tradition and deep theological significance. On this sacred night, we recall how, at the Last Supper, Jesus instituted the Eucharist, offering His Body and Blood as the source of eternal life. It is also the night when He conferred the sacrament of Holy Orders upon His Apostles, entrusting them with the mission to shepherd His flock—a legacy that endures in our Church today. Additionally, the ritual of the washing of the feet powerfully reminds us of Christ’s call to serve with humility and love.

• 9:00 a.m. - Morning Prayer Service

• 12:15 p.m. - Stations of the Cross -led by: Fr. Brett Williams

• 3:00 p.m. - Liturgy of the Lord's Passion -presider: Fr. Ken Simpson

• 7:00 p.m.* - Liturgy of the Lord's Passion -presider: Fr. Peter Wojcik

*also livestreamed

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Good Friday, the most solemn day of our liturgical year, is observed without the celebration of Mass so that our focus remains solely on the mystery of the Cross. At 12:15 p.m., we meditate on the Stations of the Cross—a devotion with roots that trace back to the early pilgrimages to the Holy Land in the fourth century. Over the centuries, this practice evolved into the series of 14 reflective stations we honor today, inviting us to retrace Christ’s steps to Calvary. Later in the day, during the Service of the Lord’s Passion at 3:00 p.m. and again at 7:00 p.m., our priests prostrate themselves—a profound gesture of humility and solidarity with Christ’s own submission. In these moments, we join our hearts in remembering the ultimate sacrifice made for our salvation.

• 9:00 a.m. - Morning Prayer Service

• Noon - Easter Basket Blessing -led by: Fr. Peter Wojcik

• 8:00 p.m.* - Easter Vigil - reception to follow -Vigil Mass presiders: Fr. Peter Wojcik and Fr. Brett Williams

*also livestreamed

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As Holy Saturday unfolds, our community also gathers at 12:00 p.m. for the blessing of the Easter Baskets—a cherished tradition that sanctifies the abundance of our shared table. Then, as darkness gives way to dawn, we arrive at the Easter Vigil, the most significant celebration of the year. Beginning with the lighting of a new fire—a symbol of Christ’s light breaking through the darkness—the vigil ushers in the radiant hope of Resurrection. In a moment of overwhelming joy, we will welcome 50 new members into our Church, affirming that the promise of new life is ever alive among us.

Christ is Risen! Alleluia! Happy Easter! The Resurrected Christ restores us in hope, calls us to communion, and empowers us in our mission. We are overjoyed to invite you to join our community in prayer on Easter Sunday!

• 8:00 a.m. Mass - Church -presider: Fr. Tom Hickey

• 9:30 a.m. Mass - Church -presider: Fr. Ken Simpson

• 9:30 a.m. Mass - Chapel -presider: Fr. Tom Hickey

• 9:30 a.m. Mass - Family Mass in School Gym** -presider: Fr. Peter Wojcik

• 11:15 a.m. Mass - Church*-presider: Fr. Peter Wojcik

• 11:15 a.m. Mass - Chapel -presider: Fr. Ken Simpson

• 11:15 a.m. Mass - Family Mass in School Gym** -presider: Fr. Tom Hickey

• 4:30 p.m. Mass - Church -presider: Fr. Brett Williams

*also livestreamed
**Masses in the Gym will be Family Mass format (shorter readings, homily geared toward young children, space to move around)

Additionally, please note that 15 minutes prior to the Easter Sunday Mass time, parishioners and guests will be directed to either the Chapel or the School Gym, as we anticipate the Church being full.

We encourage walking, carpooling, or public transit on Easter Sunday, as the parking lot will be full. Parking stickers for Lincoln Commons will be available. Learn more about parking this weekend and accessibility here.

We invite you to partner with us this Easter season, so that the message of hope and new life that flows from the Resurrection of Jesus may continue to heal, empower, and unite all those who are struggling. In a world so often marked by uncertainty and hardship, we believe the transforming power of Christ’s love can restore hearts, build lasting community, and inspire a deeper faith.

Our Easter Appeal goal is to raise $55,000. Your support will go directly to sustaining our vital community programs — offering meaningful support, spiritual nourishment, and life-changing encounters with Christ to all who seek Him. Your generosity allows us to continue sharing the infinite importance of our faith and to provide a place where hope is renewed and lives are transformed.

We give thanks to God for your faithful partnership in this mission. Every gift, no matter the size, is a beacon of light to someone in need. Thank you for your generosity, your prayers, and your belief in the work we do.

Click the button below to make your gift today! For questions, please contact Delaney Paul.