easter vigil

Riverbend Easter Vigil

This is an order of worship for the Great Vigil of Easter, led by members of Trinity Presbyterian Church, Nashville, for a group of inmates on death row at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution. The service was adapted and abbreviated from the Book of Common Prayer by Rev. David Phillipy.

Notes for Explaining the Triduum / Three Days

A guide explaining the significance of the Triduum or Three Holy Days. See related pages: The Three Days, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil, Presbyterian Worship

“Rejoice (This is the Night)” hymn

This hymn setting of the traditional Easter Proclamation (or Exsultet) may be used in a procession with the paschal candle at the Easter Vigil. See related pages: Easter Vigil, Presbyterian… Read more »