The summit of the Liturgical Year is the Easter Triduum—from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday.

Though chronologically three days, they are liturgically one day unfolding for us the unity of Christ's Paschal Mystery.

The single celebration of the Triduum marks the end of the Lenten season, and leads to the Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord at the Easter Vigil.

The liturgical services that take place during the Triduum are:

• Mass of the Lord's Supper
• Good Friday of the Lord's Passion
• Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord

*United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Click the link below for a printable PDF. -Beth

EDGE & HYSG will resume April 7th.

There will be no Oratory on:

• March 30th for Holy Saturday
• April 6th for Easter Saturday

April 13th - Oratory will resume.

April 20th - Last Oratory.

Youth & Teens (from EDGE & HSYG) are invited to join us at St. Nick's 5:30-8:30pm on Friday, April 5th!

RSVP in the form below for EACH youth & teen attending.

This will be an opportunity for the Youth & Teens to complete a service project for Priests & Sisters and have social time together. Pizza will be provided.

This past Sunday, it was so good to see the EDGE class back in the Youth Room! We missed them A LOT these past 2 weeks. We had just a few minutes but were happy to hear about their favorite memories from Spring Break.

We then went into the church for Adoration led by Father Dominik. We were very thankful to again have Mr. Nick lead us in singing.

Next, we recapped their last session and were amazed at how much they had remembered!

We then completed our 8th session, The Paschal Mystery. We talked about suffering, that of Jesus on the Cross, and how we can turn to God during our own suffering and for others who are suffering. We took turns reading scripture, and together we prayed the Prayer to Imitate the Suffering of Christ. Please click the links below to view the video and discussion slides.

We ended class with a super selfie and an early Easter treat from Miss Elizabeth & Ms. Beth!

(see photos below)

Special thanks to Mr. Nick for joining us!

No class for EDGE.

RE classes will resume April 7th.

Before everyone arrived for HSYG, I was finally able to get even with Braeden! (see video below)

We then visited a bit before going to Adoration with Father Dominik. It was extra special having Ms. Heather join to lead us in singing.

We returned to the Youth Room to complete the 6th and final session of our Lent Study, Walk to Calvary. Because this session would be lengthy while covering the Story of the Passion, there was no actvitiy. (click the link below to view the discussion slides).

We began with an explanation of Lectio Divina since we would use a variation of this format for the session. We went around the room with each Teen taking turns to read one slide. These divided the scripture into portions that were followed by questions. The Teens were able to offer their thoughts and opinions regarding the choices and actions of all involved in the Passion.

It was an emotional session with deep discussions, and again, Father Dominik and I were moved and impressed by the knowledge and dedication these Teens have for our faith and our Savior.

We closed in prayer with a blessing from Father Dominik, squeezed in for a super selfie, and everyone recieved an early Easter treat!

Special thanks to Fr. Dominik and Ms. Heather for joining us!

HSYG will resume on April 7th.

Easter Concert at Sacred Heart Cathedral with the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3:00 PM as part of a Divine Mercy Holy Hour prior to the 4:00 PM Easter Concert.

No class this week.

Next class will be on Sunday, April 14th.

Registration due May 5th.

To Register:

-click this link to register online https://dioceseoffairbanks.org/summer-oratory

-click the PDF link below to print a form

-pick up a form from the tables outside the Chapel

Completed forms with payment can be given to Beth or the Servidoras Sisters.

Per the Diocese policy for the safety of everyone, a minimum of 2 adults are required to be present for all Youth Ministry activities.

Ideally we would have at least 4-6 volunteers (preferably more), allowing for at least 1 assistant present for the HSYG one Sunday per month. We are also still in need of at least 1 more assistant for the EDGE class.

While the search to locate others who have current certification with the Diocese is ongoing, we have reached a point where we need to request that parents assist on a rotating basis so that we can continue to safely offer HSYG.

Please consider completing your certification, and/ or asking individuals who you think would be a willing volunteer. Or, you can submit suggestions for me to contact.

All youth ministry volunteers must have current certification for the course of Serving Vulnerable Populations and a Criminal History Record Check on file with the Diocese. More information can be found by visiting Adult Training on the Diocese of Fairbanks website. Diocese of Fairbanks - Adult Training - Fairbanks, AK

Call or Text 907-978-4786

Email stnicksym@cbna.org

Out of Office for Holy Week and Easter.

It is a privilege to work with St. Nick's Youth!

As always, please never hesitate to contact me for any reason.

I pray you are having a blessed week.

In Christ's love, Beth