Today, Palm Sunday, Gozo Bishop Mario Grech will lead the blessing of palm and olive branches at the Cathedral in Victoria. The function starts with a procession at 9 a.m., followed by Mass.

Today, at 6.30 p.m., Mgr Grech will lead the Way of the Cross from Ta' Pinu Sanctuary to Għammar Hill.

On Maundy Thursday, there will be morning prayers at the Cathedral at 8.30. Mass of Holy Chrism will follow at 9 a.m. Mgr Grech will lead a concelebrated Mass during which he will bless the holy oils that will be used in the celebration of the Sacraments of the Anointing of the Sick, Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders. All priests will renew the promises that they made on the day of their ordination.

At 6.30 p.m., Mgr Grech will lead the solemn commemoration of the Lord's Supper.

On Good Friday, at 4 p.m., Mgr Grech will lead the celebration of the Lord's Passion.

On Holy Saturday, he will lead the celebration of Easter Vigil at 8 p.m. starting with the blessing of the New Fire.

On Easter Sunday, at 6 p.m, the bishop will concelebrate Mass with the Cathedral Chapter and impart the Apostolic Blessing with plenary indulgence.

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