Cardinal Bellarmine Council #4849

EASTER FIRE AT EASTER VIGIL - 7:00PM

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Saturday, April 19, 2025

from 7:00 pm 'til 8:00 pm

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SK Richard H Marsh is the Event Chairman for this event
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Volunteers are needed for this event. You may respond on this event or contact Rick Marsh directly at 708-466-2593.
 
Procedure for the Fire Detail:
 
  1. The Vigil begins at sundown, which is usually around 7:30 pm. 
  2. At least 2 adults are needed (4 are ideal). 
  3. Set up and start the fire about 30 minutes before Mass.
  4. The old palms from the previous year, old oils and some other blessed objects would be burned in the fire.
  5. After the fire is blessed and the Easter candle is lit, Mass starts.
  6. The fire can then burn down. 
  7. The ashes are mixed with water and disposed of behind the church.

Vivat Jesus

Event Location
Holy Angels Church
120 S. Lancaster Ave
Aurora, IL  60506 US