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Children's Stations of the Cross, led by members of our St. Catherine's parish family, can be watched here anytime after 10 a.m.
Just click here: stcatherine-austin.org/live.
Just click here: stcatherine-austin.org/live.
Readings for the Day (Click here and select the date for Good Friday, April 10).
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Click here to join the Liturgy of Good Friday live at 7:30 p.m.
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Music for Good Friday
Were You There: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLJ0IjLAmOA
Behold the Wood: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNJKC1v_0PU
Who Will Speak?: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKvAe7FxId8
Were You There: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLJ0IjLAmOA
Behold the Wood: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNJKC1v_0PU
Who Will Speak?: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKvAe7FxId8
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Hot Cross Buns (from Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_cross_bun)
A hot cross bun is a spiced sweet bun usually made with fruit, marked with a cross on the top, and traditionally eaten on Good Friday in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, India, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the United States and some parts of the Americas. The bun marks the end of Lent and different parts of the hot cross bun have a certain meaning, including the cross representing the crucifixion of Jesus, and the spices inside signifying the spices used to embalm him at his burial. Family Activity. Make Hot Cross Buns for Good Friday breakfast. Recipes are found easily on Google. Some require yeast (hard to find these days), and some don't. Of Historical Interest. www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/five-great-myths-about-hot-cross-buns-traditional-pre-easter-pastry-180951130/ |
Good Friday is the one day a year when Mass is not said anywhere in the world.
The Liturgy of Good Friday, the Passion of the Lord, is stark. There is little music, if any. No instruments. No flowers.
We come together and begin in silence. Just as the apostles drifted away from Jesus during his Passion, we, too, "drift" into this liturgy and then disperse in silence.
Family Prayer and Reflection. If possible, today should be a quiet day. No devices or screens. No video games.
The Liturgy of Good Friday, the Passion of the Lord, is stark. There is little music, if any. No instruments. No flowers.
We come together and begin in silence. Just as the apostles drifted away from Jesus during his Passion, we, too, "drift" into this liturgy and then disperse in silence.
Family Prayer and Reflection. If possible, today should be a quiet day. No devices or screens. No video games.
Opening Prayer
Lord of Glory, we proclaim your death and look ever forward to your Resurrection.
As we contemplate your Cross, the tree on which you hung so that we may have life,
may we be ever aware of the life that springs from death, the light that rises from darkness, and the hope that banishes fear.
Draw us close to you, so that we may know the glory your Cross points to.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
Lord of Glory, we proclaim your death and look ever forward to your Resurrection.
As we contemplate your Cross, the tree on which you hung so that we may have life,
may we be ever aware of the life that springs from death, the light that rises from darkness, and the hope that banishes fear.
Draw us close to you, so that we may know the glory your Cross points to.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
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Younger children may need something to do while listening to readings. Coloring pages can be found online by googling "Good Friday Coloring Page".
The first reading for today's liturgy is Isaiah 52:13 - 53:12. It tells the story of the Suffering Servant who "Though he was harshly treated, he submitted
and opened not his mouth." However, sometimes we need to speak out against the injustices and inequities of our world. Because, if we do not, who will? Listen to this song, "Who Will Speak?" at www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKvAe7FxId8. It begins with the words of St. Oscar Romero. In this time of pandemic, inequalities are that much more profound. The ability to work at home is a luxury. Who will speak for those who cannot? Good Friday Solemn Intercessions.
On Good, Friday, the "Universal Prayers" or "Prayers of the Faithful" invite us to pray for the whole world. These are called the "Solemn Intercessions". This year, prayer for the whole world is necessary more than ever. To prayer and reflect on the full text, click here: onlineministries.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/Lent/GoodFriday-Intercessions.html. Here is a shorter version. Confident that Jesus Christ hears our prayer, let us offer our petitions with open hearts. For the church, for the Pope, and for all women and men who live their lives in service of God: May they know the intimacy of authentic relationship with Christ. For all catechumens, and for all who are preparing to celebrate sacraments: May they respond to their baptismal call with courage, opening their hearts to the invitation of God. For all who are sick or suffering in body, mind, or spirit: May they know the great compassion of God through those who care for them. For peace in our families, communities, nation, and world: May all seek resolution to disagreement and difference in ways that protect the life and dignity of all people. For all who are unemployed or underemployed: May they find opportunities to use their gifts for the service of others in ways that are sustaining and life-giving. For all who grieve: May they know the consolation of hope found in Christ. Gathering these prayers together, as well as those we hold in the silence of our hearts, we pray in the words that Jesus taught us. Our Father . . . |
Adoration of the Cross
Place a cross on your family's home altar or prayer space, adding candles if you wish. Allow some time in silent reflection as you gaze upon the cross and grow in relationship with Jesus. Part of the beauty of the Adoration of the Cross is the time for personal prayer and reflection, as well as performing individual acts of reverence. You may wish to touch the cross, or show another suitable sign, such as genuflection or a kiss. Do not let this time be cluttered by words but bask in the power of the cross as a symbol of not only death but ultimately of Resurrection. To begin and end the time of reflection, simply proclaim and respond: Behold, the word of the Cross. Or, you may sing or listen to Behold the Wood: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNJKC1v_0PU. Wall of Crosses
If you've walked past the RE office, upstairs in the Parish Center, you may have noticed our Wall of Crosses. On this day, we think more about the meaning of the cross, and Jesus' call to carry our own crosses. Good Friday Craft. All you need are paper plates, crayons/markers, scissors and paper.
Family Activity: Litany for Forgiveness.
A leader reads the first part. All respond Father, forgive.
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A votive Mass "in time of pandemic" and a new prayer for Good Friday
This year, the Vatican has added one more prayer to our Solemn Intercessions.
Click here for more information: www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2020-04/votive-mass-pandemic-intention-good-friday-liturgy.html
“Almighty and eternal God, our refuge in every danger, to whom we turn in our distress; in faith we pray look with compassion on the afflicted, grant eternal rest to the dead, comfort to mourners, healing to the sick, peace to the dying, strength to healthcare workers, wisdom to our leaders and the courage to reach out to all in love, so that together we may give glory to your holy name."
This year, the Vatican has added one more prayer to our Solemn Intercessions.
Click here for more information: www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2020-04/votive-mass-pandemic-intention-good-friday-liturgy.html
“Almighty and eternal God, our refuge in every danger, to whom we turn in our distress; in faith we pray look with compassion on the afflicted, grant eternal rest to the dead, comfort to mourners, healing to the sick, peace to the dying, strength to healthcare workers, wisdom to our leaders and the courage to reach out to all in love, so that together we may give glory to your holy name."
The liturgy of Good Friday ends just as it began--in silence. There is no closing song, no recessional hymn. As the apostles scattered and hid after the death of Jesus, we, too, scatter after the liturgy of Good Friday. We wander off in silence and sadness., not knowing where to turn or what will come next.
In many ways, our world community is experiencing an extended Good Friday. People dying and it can be difficult to find God's presence and God's will in it all. We do not believe God willed for people to get sick and die, to lose their jobs, for children to be home from school. When we look for God's will, we pray to know how God is with us in the crisis and how God is calling upon each one of us to bear this cross, to be there for one another in love and support.
In many ways, our world community is experiencing an extended Good Friday. People dying and it can be difficult to find God's presence and God's will in it all. We do not believe God willed for people to get sick and die, to lose their jobs, for children to be home from school. When we look for God's will, we pray to know how God is with us in the crisis and how God is calling upon each one of us to bear this cross, to be there for one another in love and support.
