Easter Vigil

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Christ Church, Waltham Cross
Christ Church High Street Waltham Cross Herts, EN8 7ED, United Kingdom

The Easter Vigil is the most sacred and dramatic liturgy of the Christian year, marking the passage from darkness to light and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Held after nightfall on Holy Saturday, it begins in silence and darkness outside the church, where a new fire is kindled and the Paschal Candle is lit—symbolising Christ as the Light of the World.

From this single flame, the light is gradually shared among the congregation, illuminating the church as the ancient hymn “Exsultet” is proclaimed. The service then unfolds through a series of readings from Scripture, recounting the story of salvation from creation through to the resurrection.

The Vigil also includes the renewal of baptismal promises, and often the baptism and confirmation of new members of the Church. The celebration then reaches its joyful climax in the first Eucharist of Easter, as the Church rejoices in the risen Lord.

Christ Church, Waltham Cross

Christ Church is a friendly and inclusive church in the Anglo-Catholic tradition of the Church of England that welcomes all people. We believe in the ministry of both men and women, and we accept everyone as they are. We believe we are all made in God's image.

You don't have to ask to join, or to come here, Anglican churches are public places, intended to serve the community and you can literally just turn up at any service.

Useful contacts:

Parish Priest: Father Jake Pass- 07990 148491 or [email protected]

Churchwardens: Tony Renwick - [email protected] or 07769 171728

                                Michael Beccato-Fischer - [email protected] or 07933 704834

Porch Pantry: Sylvia Parker - 07939 384814

Parent and Toddler group: Jayne Ferns - 07925 229331


Services at Christ Church

Wednesday: Said Mass at 10:15

First Sunday: Youth-Led Mass at 10:00 & Said Mass at 17:00

Second Sunday: Sung Mass at 09:15 & Said Mass at 17:00

Third Sunday: Sung Mass with Junior Church at 09:15 & Said Mass at 17:00

Fourth Sunday: Sung Mass at 09:15 & Said Mass at 17:00

Fifth Sunday: Team Service (see notices for details) & Said Mass at 17:00


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Father Jake Pass

Christ Church
Waltham Cross

EN8 7ED
Father Jake Pass
07990148491
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Easter Vigil

for 1 hour, 30 mins
Christ Church, Waltham Cross
Christ Church High Street Waltham Cross Herts, EN8 7ED, United Kingdom

The Easter Vigil is the most sacred and dramatic liturgy of the Christian year, marking the passage from darkness to light and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Held after nightfall on Holy Saturday, it begins in silence and darkness outside the church, where a new fire is kindled and the Paschal Candle is lit—symbolising Christ as the Light of the World.

From this single flame, the light is gradually shared among the congregation, illuminating the church as the ancient hymn “Exsultet” is proclaimed. The service then unfolds through a series of readings from Scripture, recounting the story of salvation from creation through to the resurrection.

The Vigil also includes the renewal of baptismal promises, and often the baptism and confirmation of new members of the Church. The celebration then reaches its joyful climax in the first Eucharist of Easter, as the Church rejoices in the risen Lord.

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Safeguarding

The parish of Waltham Cross: Christ Church is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). All those working with children and young people have been DBS checked and have undergone safeguarding training.

If you have any safeguarding concerns at Christ Church please contact our Safeguarding officer, Michael Beccato-Fischer, 07933 704834. Email: [email protected]

Alternatively you can contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team: Jeremy Hirst, 01727 818107 / 07867 350886. E-mail: [email protected].

More information on the Church of England’s National Safeguarding can be found here: https://www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding/promoting-safer-church-safeguarding

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact us or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

St Albans Safeguarding Pages

Christ Church, Waltham Cross Charity No. 632115