EASTER EVE Vigil and Mass in the Holy Night

Occuring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Edmund's
Address
Church Road Downham Market, PE38 9LF, United Kingdom

On Holy Saturday night the Church gathers in darkness at the 'tomb' of Christ.
From a new fire light is kindled, and the Easter candle lit.
Through a series of readings the Church reflects on God's mighty saving acts,
culminating in the Resurrection of Jesus, the obedient 'new Adam' from the dead.
Blessing of the font and renewal of Baptismal Promises.
The first Eucharist of Easter.

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St Edmund's

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Fr James Mather ssc

The Rectory
King's Walk
Downham Market
Norfolk

PE38 9LF.

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EASTER EVE Vigil and Mass in the Holy Night

Occuring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Edmund's
Address
Church Road Downham Market, PE38 9LF, United Kingdom

On Holy Saturday night the Church gathers in darkness at the 'tomb' of Christ.
From a new fire light is kindled, and the Easter candle lit.
Through a series of readings the Church reflects on God's mighty saving acts,
culminating in the Resurrection of Jesus, the obedient 'new Adam' from the dead.
Blessing of the font and renewal of Baptismal Promises.
The first Eucharist of Easter.

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