Holy Week and Easter Worship at LCH

PALM SUNDAY   †   Sunday, April 10

PROCESSION WITH PALMS AND HOLY COMMUNION

The service moves from the commemoration of Jesus’ entry into Peter Hallock and Carlo Gesualdo accompany the service. List of music for this service

MAUNDY THURSDAY   †   Thursday, April 14

CHORAL EUCHARIST AND MAUNDY LITURGY

A joyous celebration of the Eucharist meal quickly changes to one of love through humility in the washing of feet. The service concludes with the stripping of the altar, dramatizing Christ’s betrayal, stripping, and mocking by his captors. Gregorian chant and the choral music of Gjeilo, Victoria, and di Lasso accompany the service. List of music for this service

GOOD FRIDAY   †   Friday, April 15

GOOD FRIDAY LITURGY AND ADORATION OF THE CRUCIFIED

This service celebrates the triumph of the cross. The service features the singing of the Passion Gospel and concludes with prayer around the cross. The LCH Choir presents Heinrich Schütz’ St. John Passion, as well as choral works by Peter Hallock and Francis Poulenc. List of music for this service

EASTER EVE   †   Saturday, April 16

EASTER VIGIL AND SOLEMN CHORAL EUCHARIST

Kindling of a new fire, the story of deliverance from the Hebrew Scriptures, and renewal of Baptismal promises lead to the proclamation of Easter Victory and a joyous celebration of Holy Communion. Joined by the triumphant sounds of brass, the choir will sing the works of Victoria, Palestrina, and Stanford. List of music for this service

EASTER SUNDAY   †   Sunday, April 17

FESTIVAL CHORAL EUCHARIST

We celebrate the empty tomb, the central mystery that through death comes new life. Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Festive music for Easter including Richard Proulx’s handbell Carillon Mass. List of music for this service

EASTER COMPLINE

Contemplative Easter meditation offered by the LCH Men’s Schola. Candlelight illuminates the Nave for this short service of prayer, chant, and a cappella singing. List of music for this service