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HOLY WEEK

Hello, this is Cardinal Rigali.

During this week - Holy Week - we celebrate the central events of our redemption by Christ. We recall Jesus' gift of His own Body and Blood in the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper on Holy Thursday as well as the gift of Holy Orders. We recall Jesus' loving death for us on the cross on Good Friday; and we celebrate His glorious Resurrection on Easter Sunday.

I urge you to experience the holiness of this week. Take extra time for prayer. Read the Holy Scriptures. Be reconciled with God. If at all possible, attend the Holy Week services at your Church.

Do not let this week be just like any other week. Do what you can to make this week a truly holy week.

May God bless you!

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