Easter Mass
- GOOD FRIDAY: 10 AM Morning Prayer; 3 PM Service of the Lord's Passion; Confessions
at 4:15 PM; 7 PM Stations of the Cross
- HOLY SATURDAY: 10 AM Morning Prayer; 12 Noon Blessing of Food Baskets; 8 PM Easter
Vigil Mass, which includes the blessing of light, water, adult baptisms and professions of faith.
(NB: There is no 4:15 PM Mass on Holy Saturday.)
- EASTER: Masses at 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 AM
Holy Year of Hope
The Holy Year of Hope is underway. Pope Francis has designated this New Year as a Holy Year,
usually celebrated every quarter century. A special processional cross, which previously
adorned the Cathedral sanctuary, is now enshrined in the sanctuary for the length of the
coming Holy Year. Read more about the Holy Year of Hope:
Things to Know About the Jubilee Year of Hope (From Catholicview.com)
Drawing on their Jewish roots, jubilee years emphasize the Sacrament of Reconciliation
and restoring relationships with God. They also provide an opportunity for a special jubilee
indulgence, which can remove the residual effects of sin through the grace of Christ.
The year calls Christians to action. Pope Francis called for "signs of hope," including the
desire for peace in the world, openness to life and responsible parenthood, and closeness to
prisoners, the poor, the sick, the young, the elderly, migrants and people "in difficult
situations."
Authorities expect an influx of pilgrims in the Eternal City. Italy's National Tourist
Institute projects 35 million visitors in 2025, nearly triple of its 13 million visitors in 2023.
Pilgrimage is a "fundamental" part of jubilee events. "Setting out on a journey is traditionally
associated with our human quest for meaning in life. A pilgrimage on foot is a great aid for
rediscovering the value of silence, effort and simplicity of life," Pope Francis wrote.
Eucharistic Adoration
Eucharistic Adorations follows the 12:15 PM Wednesday Mass each week, and takes place throughout the afternoon
until the closing prayers and Benediction at 7:00 PM. Sign-up sheets are posted in
the lobby to be sure that someone is always in the church for Adoration. Confessions are heard
from 6:30—7:30 PM. This spiritual opportunity is a beautiful way to celebrate this Holy Year of
Hope.
Weather Cancellations: Please note that if SJV Regional School is not in session or if there is an
early dismissal due to inclement weather, there will be no adoration or holy hour on Wednesdays.
Daily and weekend Masses will always be celebrated as scheduled.
Today's Mass Readings
