Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper, where Jesus had His last meal with His followers before He was killed.
This day is also referred to as Maundy Thursday. Maundy comes from the Latin word "mandatum" which means "mandate" or "command." "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." - John 13:34.
At the end of the meal, Jesus washed the feet of His disciples as a sign and example of humility and love. In modern times, the foot-washing ceremony is an important call for all people that they too should be willing to serve others. "Very truly I tell you, no servant is greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them." - John 13:16-17
Join us on Thursday at 7:00 PM. Mass will also be livestreamed.
The next day we remember Good Friday which commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and His death at Calvary. Our service Friday will be at 3:00 PM. Mass will also be livestreamed.
The Blessed Sacrament Adoration Chapel will be closed and locked during the Triduum.
Adorers are welcome to pray in the Chapel following the 7 PM Mass on Holy Thursday. The chapel will be locked at 11 PM that evening.
The Adoration Chapel will reopen following the Easter Vigil Mass on Saturday, April 19. Mass begins at 8:15 PM and the Adoration Chapel will reopen at approximately 11 PM.
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Lent at the Cathedral
Few experiences in our Catholic faith bring more anxiety than going to Confession. But, when we have a profound encounter with God’s mercy in this sacrament, few things in our Catholic faith bring greater peace! Come and learn about how to prepare well to receive this sacrament and so experience the remarkable gift of freedom that the Lord offers us from going to confession.
Daily Mass
Cathedral will again be offering a 12:05 weekday Mass,
Extended Confessions
Cathedral priests will again be offering an extended time for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Friday, April 11 12:30-6:30pm, Saturday, April 12 9:00am -4:30pm.
Summer Immersion Experience with Dominican Sisters in Chicago Single Catholic women ages 18 - 45 are invited to participate in the Dominican Sisters' Service Immersion Experience in Chicago. This unique opportunity allows participants to engage deeply with the mission and ministry of the Dominican Sisters while serving the local community and discerning their own path in faith and service. The event is scheduled for June 21-25. 2025. Participants will have opportunities for prayer, reflection, hands-on service, and conversation about vocation and Gospel justice. Participants will walk alongside the Dominican Sisters, gaining firsthand insight into their charism of prayer, preaching, community life, and service. Complete the interest form at springfieldop.org/summer. Facilitated by several congregations of U.S.-based Dominican Sisters. For more information call Sister Denise Glazik, OP, at 217-787-0481.
Grief Share
Cathedral parish will be hosting Grief Share, a weekly, faith-based, grief support group. If you, or someone you know, would like help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend, please join us beginning Tuesday, May 6, 1:00-2:30pm in the Cathedral School Library. Grief Share runs for 13 weeks, but guests may join the series at any point and can pick up content they missed during the next cycle. For more information go to https://www.griefshare.org/ or contact Berni Ely @ 899-6637 or jackandberni96@yahoo.com To register call 217/522-3342 or email Vicki at vcompton@cathedral.dio.org All adults, of any or no faith background, are welcome.
Women’s Day of Recollection A Women’s Day of Recollection will be held this coming Thursday, April 24, at Sacred Heart Church (730 S. 12th St., Springfield), from 12:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. There will be a meditation given by a priest, time for silent prayer and reflection, a doctrinal talk, and Benediction. Confession and spiritual direction with the priest will be available. All women throughout the diocese are invited to attend. The spiritual guidance at the Recollection is entrusted to a priest of the Prelature Opus Dei.
