In the story of Holy Week, we witness the journey of Jesus to the cross. We see Jesus in all humility, choosing to surrender himself for the good of all creation. In walking the path he did, Jesus entrusted himself completely into God’s loving care and mercy. He shows us how to fall into the arms of God, trusting in God’s absolute goodness.

The Liturgies of Holy Week are intended to be a public profession of belief in Jesus and His mission, however, COVID-19 restrictions prevent us from going to Church. Therefore, the Vatican has asked Catholic bishops around the world, both in the Latin rite and the Eastern Catholic Churches, to provide congregations with resources to support personal and family prayer during Holy Week and Easter. This will be the first time in my life that I will not be attending the Liturgies of Holy Week.  The ceremonies of Holy Week will be celebrated privately by Bishop Brian Mascord and made available on the Diocesan website so they can be viewed and prayed.

Diocese of Wollongong