The Easter Vigil, or the Paschal Vigil, celebrates the Resurrection of Christ, held after sunset on Holy Saturday. The Mass begins with the lighting of the paschal candle.
Adult catechumens and candidates often receive the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and First Communion.
Bishop Stika will celebrate the Easter Vigil at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus at 8:30 p.m.