A full, traditional programme of Holy Week and Easter services in English will be shared between churches in La Siesta and Lago Jardín, Torrevieja.
Father Richard A. Seabrook SSC, the Priest at the two churches, introduced the programme by saying: “It is a privilege to be in Spain for Holy Week and Easter with the wonderful and moving processions which bear witness to the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ.
Our two churches complement these celebrations by offering special liturgies in the English language for those who would like to share in them.”
The first services are for Palm Sunday when the Church recalls the triumphal entrance of Christ into Jerusalem. Father Seabrook said: We will be starting Holy Week with palm crosses being distributed and Mass being celebrated on Saturday, 12th April at 1700 at La Siesta and Sunday, 13th April at 1130 at Lago Jardín.”
On Maundy Thursday, 17th April, the Mass of the Lord´s Supper will be celebrated at La Siesta at 1900. “It´s the start of the great three days we call the Triduum. We recall the night when Christ instituted the Eucharist and washed the feet of his disciples. We also ring bells – please bring some to ring if you have them.
Then the mood changes, we pray in silence in what is called the Watch of the Passion.”
Father Seabrook continued: “Good Friday is the most solemn day of the Christian year. We recall Christ´s crucifixion and venerate the cross. At 1500 at La Siesta we celebrate a liturgy that is both moving and contemplative.”
The Church´s Easter celebrations begin on Saturday – Holy Saturday, 19th April at 1900. “We light a fire, bless the Paschal Candle and proclaim that the Lord is risen. It is the start of our celebration of Easter joy! Please bring your bells again.” said Father Seabrook.
On Easter Sunday, 20th April, there are Masses in both churches: Lago Jardín at 0930 and La Siesta at 1130. “On Easter morning we meet Jesus in the garden, risen from the dead. The victory celebrations begin!” commented Father Seabrook, “It is the great day of Easter triumph. The Lord is risen indeed. All are welcome to come and journey with Christ in Holy Week and celebrate his resurrection.”
