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The Great Vigil

Sat, Apr 19

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St. Martin's Episcopal Church

Darkness, fire, candlelight, water, bells, joy!

The Great Vigil
The Great Vigil

Time & Location

Apr 19, 2025, 8:00 PM

St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 1095 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA

About Our Event


On this most holy night, we celebrate our transformation from darkness into light by the Resurrection of Christ, starting with a fire, the lighting of the Paschal (Easter) Candle, and procession into the church. We continue in candlelight, with readings from the story of God’s creation and salvation of the people, hymns, prayers and a reflection. We renew our Baptismal vows, bless water and sprinkle the people as a reminder of our salvation through our own Baptism. Finally, we’ll proclaim “Christ is Risen”, ring bells, turn on the lights, listen to an organ fanfare, sing and once again celebrate the Eucharistic feast of Thanksgiving. It’s a deep, rich, moving church service, possibly like nothing you’ve ever experienced. Bring bells to ring!

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ABOUT US

The door to Strauss-Betker Hall is handicap accessible. All bathrooms are not only handicap accessible but large enough to turn a wheelchair around within. There is a wheelchair lift to the sanctuary that contains handicap accessible seating in the center with chairs, spaces for wheelchairs and a moveable baptismal font if needed to provide full access. if you have any questions about handicap accessibility, please feel free to contact Amanda Vandervort.

ADDRESS

847-824-2043

1095 East Thacker Street

Des Plaines, IL 60016

saintmartinschurch1095@gmail.com

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