The Easter It is a very important celebration for Catholic families in Peru and that is why in our country it is celebrated with great devotion, going to visit the 7 churches, going to mass or venerating the Passion of Christ. Another group of the population takes advantage of the days off to travel and get out of the daily routine, so it is important that you write down the holidays.
Holy Week in Peru What days do they fall?
This year 2024, Holy Week in Peru will fall on Thursday, March 28 and Friday, March 29. Previously, a week before, that is, Sunday, March 24, will be Palm Sunday, which represents the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
How long does Holy Week last in Peru?
Holy Week lasts, as its name suggests, one week, and begins with Palm Sunday and concludes with Resurrection Sunday, with the holidays being Holy Thursday and Good Friday, dates on which the death of Jesus is commemorated in the cross.
Who rests in March?
During Holy Week in Peru, all Peruvian workers and students rest, except for workers who fulfill important roles, whose absence cannot be negotiated, such as security personnel, medical personnel, communicators, PNP, among others.
Phrases for Holy Week
• ''Jesus died for us. Let's live for him and for him.”
• ''May Holy Week remind us that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.''
• ''In this world hungry for justice, peace, tenderness and sincerity, your love can be the bread to satisfy many lives.''
• ''I hope you can feel the force of the resurrection every day of your life. Happy Easter!''
• ''Jesus gave us a great example of Love, so that we can do the same with each other''.
• ''Take advantage of this Holy Week to remember that Jesus Christ walked the path of life in order to be our most excellent guide.''
• ''May the love and spirit of Christ guide and protect you throughout your life.''
• ''Living and feeling the glory of God is the best way to achieve glory.''
• ''Forgive those people who offended you in the same way that Christ forgave those who put him on the Cross.''
• ''God does not reside in temples made by human hands, but lives in us, his masterpiece''.
Phrases for Holy Thursday
• “Do this in memory of me.”
• “I give you a new commandment: that you love one another as I have loved you.”
• “If I do not wash their feet, they will have no part with me.”
• “He who humbles himself will be exalted, and he who exalts himself will be humbled.”
• “Whoever wants to be first, let him be the last of all and the servant of all.”
• “Remain in me, as I remain in you.”
• “Fear not, little flock, for the Father has decided to give you the Kingdom.”
• “He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life.”
• “Father, if it is possible, let this chalice pass from me; But not my will, but yours be done.”
• “My soul is sad until death.”
Phrases for Good Friday
• “If people reflected on God's sacrifice for us, there would be no evil or selfishness. “Have a peaceful Holy Week.”
• “We are very busy, let's take advantage of these days of Holy Week to open our hearts and love the risen God.”
• “Remember that evil is defeated by faith in God. I wish you a very serene Holy Week.”
• “In these days of Holy Week let us resurrect faith and hope because this will help us find the peace that we so need.”
• “May the love of God fill your heart with peace and strength so that you follow the right path.”
• “Let us be humble at heart, let us know the word of God that gives us the key to behave like true Christians.”
• “Just as Christ was resurrected, we must rise again by removing everything that is not good in the eyes of God.”
• “May you spend Holy Week with the best attitude and may this be your best example as a true Christian.”
• “Just as you are united with your family to celebrate the birth of the baby Jesus, do the same to remember and accompany him when he had to leave this world.”
• “May the Resurrection of Jesus Christ not only be remembered during Holy Week, but every day of your life.”
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