Mass of Christ the Savior: # 925, # 927, # 929, # 930 Holy Thursday

COMMUNION HYMN: “We Remember” # 493 Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper

Transfer of the Holy Eucharist: April 1, 2021 The Body and Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ is now carried in solemn procession to the of Repose. This area is adorned with candles and flowers and symbolizes the Garden of Gethsemane. You may join in the procession to the place of repose, or you may stay in silent prayer while the altar is being stripped. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament concludes with prayer at 6:00 a.m. An all night vigil or watch will be held here in the church until the liturgy of . This commemorates the vigil Jesus asked His disciples to keep with Him while He prayed in the Garden. You are invited to remain in the church to “watch and pray” as long as you would like. Hymn during the transfer procession: “Sing, My Tongue, the Savior’s Glory/Down in Adoration Falling” # 5, page 20

Stripping of the Altar:

Since the altar is an ancient symbol for Christ, the action of stripping it symbolizes the stripping and scourging of Christ at His trial and the preparation for His death. Christ is now in the hands of His enemies. While the altar and Presbyterium (formerly called the sanctuary) are being stripped, you are invited to sing the following song:

Stay with me re-main here with me. Wa–tch and pr-ay, watch and pray.

There is no “conclusion” to this liturgy because the Triduum is a “three-in-one” celebration meaning that for three days we celebrate one event — the Passion, This is one of the most solemn nights of the liturgical year. death, and resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ. There will be an opportunity We begin the “Holy Triduum.” These are the three days to pray at 6:00 a.m. around the . we commemorate the Pascal Mystery: the Passion and

When you are ready to leave, please do so in silence. death of our Lord Jesus Christ. Tonight is also called “” from our Lord’s command that we The liturgy of Good Friday begins tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. are to love one another as He has loved us. PRELUDE: Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 11: 23-26

Gospel Acclamation: “Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory!” (pg. 16)

Gospel: John 13:1-15

Translation: “Where charity and love are, God is there.” THE MANDATUM:

PROCESSION: “Glory In The Cross” # 58 We have been instructed by Our Lord to show love to one another as He has shown love to us. Traditionally, this is Greeting the time where we would have had the Washing of the Feet. As you reflect on God’s loving, humble, faithful Recognition of Oils: service, we invite you to join in singing the following:

“As I Have Done for You” # 41 In response to each invocation by the Deacon the following refrain is sung:

Prayers of the Faithful

Liturgy of the Eucharist:

Preparation of Gifts: “We Come To Your Feast”

GLORY TO GOD ~ Mass of Christ the Savior # 922

After the recognition of oils, the entire “Glory To God” will be sung (#922)

Liturgy of the Word:

First Reading: Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14

Psalm 116:

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