The liturgical color is either scarlet or white. What does the name mean? The term “Maundy” comes from the Latin “mandatum;” it is from a verb that means “to give” or “to order” — command. After Jesus and the disciples … Continue reading
No vestments or paraments are used on this day. The stations of the cross The stations of the cross is a devotional practice that consists of 14 stations, each one standing for an event that occurred in the passion of … Continue reading
White is the liturgical color used on this night. The Easter Vigil is the pinnacle of the church year. Held between sunset on Holy Saturday and sunrise on Easter morning, it is the first celebration of Easter (traditionally holy days … Continue reading