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NEWCASTLE CATHEDRAL
A BEACON OF LIGHT
The Easter Liturgy
4th April @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Easter Vigil is the first service of Easter, held on the evening of Holy Saturday (the day before Easter Day).
It begins with the lighting of the New Fire, a symbolic expectant waiting for the resurrection of Jesus on Easter morning. The large Easter candle is lit from the fire and brought into a darkened church.
This depiction of new life and light represents Jesus’ resurrection on the first Easter morning. The congregation then light their own candles from the Easter candle, representing their own new life as followers of Jesus.
This service – featuring the Cathedral Choir – will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel.
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All services are FREE to attend, with no pre-booking required.
