Today, we celebrate the Institution of Priesthood and Eucharist – two both very significant aspects of our faith. We commemorate the night before Jesus died on the Cross, where He shared “The Last Supper” with His disciples. It is what happened on this night that became what we celebrate during Mass. Today is also a reminder to pray for our priests and for an increase of vocations.
In the Gospel tonight, we will hear Jesus say, “What I have done, so also you must do.” Tonight, at Mass, Msgr. Hoye will wash the feet of 12 of our brothers and sisters from our parish. Just as Christ did on that night, washing the feet of his 12 apostles, we do so as well. We take Christ’s words to heart.
The Mass ends with a procession to the “Repository” – in our case, Saint Jude’s Chapel. Enough hosts will be consecrated tonight to be distributed on Good Friday – as Mass cannot be celebrated tomorrow. The Eucharist will be carried in procession to the Chapel, where the Eucharist will remain for people to come and pray for a short time after Mass tonight.
“What I have done, so also you must do.” The Lord calls us to service. Today, let us ask ourselves, how can I be charitable and of service to the other?
Tonight is always one of my favorite Masses of the year. I think it is beautiful and explains why and what we believe. All are welcome to come for this special celebration at 7pm.
Chris Hughes
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