Holy Thursday - the beginning of a spiritual three-peat - the three holiest days of the Christian calendar. Thursday evening after sundown - Holy Mass - the presentation of the Oils - blessed by the bishop at the annual Chrism Mass - celebrations of the creation of the Priesthood - Holy Eucharist. Leaving Holy Mass - in solemn procession to the Altar of Repose with the Blessed Sacrament - quiet time with Jesus - departing in silence. Many staying in Adoration. Although greeted by the priest with the standard greeting - the Sign of the Cross - Peace Be With You - no dismissal - walking away - in silence - contemplating the Triduum liturgy - three days of services - all interconnected - yet each day's liturgy so very important in itself. Friday - the Passion - veneration of the Cross - no greeting - no dismissal - looking forward to Holy Saturday - deep in prayer.
