🔗 Sunday notes

1. Laetare Sunday is the fourth Sunday of Lent in the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church. Its name comes from the first words of the entrance antiphon (introit) at Mass on this day: Laetare, Jerusalem, which means Rejoice, O Jerusalem. Joy in the middle of Lent – This is a moment of respite and hope during the penitential period of Lent. It reminds the faithful of the approaching joy of Easter. Pink color – On this day, the use of pink vestments is permitted in the liturgy instead of the traditional violet, symbolizing a temporary easing of Lenten austerity. Little Easter – It is a kind of anticipation of the joy of the Resurrection. Liturgical readings – The Gospel of this day speaks of light, healing, or the multiplication of bread, emphasizing hope and God’s grace.
2. This week includes the First Friday and First Saturday of the month. On Friday, April 4, at 17:00, there will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and an opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Confession. On Saturday, the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be held from 16:30 until the evening Mass, allowing for silent adoration of the Lord.
3. A church cleaning day before Easter will take place on Saturday, April 12, at 10:00. We invite everyone to take part and plan their time in advance to help prepare our church for the Easter celebrations.
4. On Fridays during Lent, the Stations of the Cross prayer will be held in the upper church after Mass which is at 19.00 in the friary chapel. There are no masses on Wednesdays during Lent.
5. The Lenten donations are collected separately from the Sunday offering. Please use the envelopes prepared for Lenten donations.
6. Our readings now match the translation used in The United Kingdom. Please find today’s readings on-line at: https://www.catholicireland.net/readings/?feature=sunday
7. We have an unofficial group on Telegram, Tashkent Church ENGLISH community, with general information about the activities of the English Congregation. To be added to the group, please send a request by Telegram to https://t.me/LPreeti.
8. Anyone interested in leading the readings on Sunday may contact Rashmi DSouza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com.