The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said wartime restrictions have forced the cancellation or postponement of key Holy Week observances, urging the faithful to remain united in prayer despite the inability to gather for traditional celebrations.
Chrism Mass
As part of the celebration of Holy Week, Bishop Edward J. Burns, joined by Auxiliary Bishop Greg Kelly and priests of Catholic Diocese of Dallas, presided at the Chrism Mass at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe on Tuesday, April 4. During the celebration of the Mass, Bishop Burns consecrated the sacred oils used in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders.