The Triduum

The Easter Triduum invites us to re-live the passion, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday are the three holiest days of the year.

Holy tuesday march 31

6p Stations of the Cross

Maundy Thursday Arpil 2

7p Eucharist
This Eucharist ends with the Altar being stripped as we begin our journey through the Great Three days of Christ’s life.

Good Friday April 3

7p Good Friday Liturgy
We ponder the “Goodness” of this Friday with music, scripture, prayers, and the chance to come face-to-face with the hard truth that the Cross was necessary for our redemption.

Holy Saturday April 4

7p The Great Vigil of Easter
The New Fire is kindled, the Paschal Candle is lit, and we walk through the history of God’s salvation; Lent ends and Easter begins!

TODO —> Bring something to jingle, bang, whistle, or drum for The Great Noise. Contact Dean Eric@cotacola.org if you or a family member desire baptism.

8.30p Break the Fast Party
Lent has ended and our Easter Feast begins! Everyone brings a favorite treat to share as we are serenaded by our favorite band, the Flat Out Strangers. Don’t miss it!

TODO —> Last names from A-M, please bring something savory; last names from N-Z, please bring something sweet.

Easter Day April 5

10a Festival Eucharist
One glorious Eucharist for the highest feast of the year! We’re singing, “Hail Thee, Festival Day,” so change your vacation plans to be here!

11.35a Easter Egg Hunt
For tots up to 5th grade in the Parish Playground. Bring your Easter baskets!