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The honor of your presence is requested at the liturgies celebrating the Paschal Mystery.

PALM SUNDAY  March 28
8:00 a.m.
The Blessing and distribution of Palms, Reading of the Passion, Holy Eucharist.
   
10:00 a.m.
The Blessing and distribution of Palms, Solemn Procession with bagpipes and drums; Schola Antiqua sings The St. Luke Passion, Holy Eucharist.
 
MAUNDY THURSDAY  April 1
6:00 p.m.
Be our guests at a catered supper (call 203-777-7623 for reservations; no fee); Holy Communion and the “Maundy” (the foot-washing liturgy). All are invited and may participate in the Maundy, many will, no one must.
 
GOOD FRIDAY  April 2
8:00 a.m.
The Liturgy of the Word with Solemn Collects. A quiet, contemplative service.
12:15 p.m.
An interactive Children’s Liturgy. This liturgy helps young families explore and understand the events of Holy Week. Toddlers, children, teens, and adults of all ages are invited and encouraged to attend.
7:30 p.m.
The Commemoration of the Burial of Our Lord Jesus Christ is a brief but beautiful and moving liturgy. It provides a time for quiet and peaceful meditation, supported by music of the Orthodox tradition, for the Burial Office.

EASTER VIGIL  April 3
7:30 p.m.
The Service of Light and Blessing of new fire; a Candlelight Vigil of hearing “God’s saving deeds in history”; Solemn Prayers of the People.

EASTER DAY  April 4
8:00 a.m.
A spoken service of Holy Eucharist.
10:00 a.m.   
Festival Eucharist celebrating the Risen Christ; The service features the Yale Trombone Quartet as well as all of St. Thomas’s choral ensembles; age-appropriate roles are also planned for children and youth. In our pews are singles, couples, families, visitors, long-standing members, new acquaintances and old friends. Come celebrate the Resurrection Feast—there is a place for you at our table.
11:15 a.m.
Brunch/coffee; All are welcome. Feel free to bring a dish to share.