In the Spirit of St. Francis, and as Catholics in a community of many cultures, we live the gospel of Jesus Christ. Strengthened by Word and Sacrament, we welcome all into God’s inclusive love.
The liturgical season of Lent ends quietly on the afternoon of Holy Thursday as the Paschal Triduum begins. The word “triduum” means “three days” in Latin. These are the three most sacred days in our Church, from Thursday evening to Sunday evening, the paschal mystery of Jesus’ passion, death, and resurrection unfolds. These three days do not stand alone – they are celebrated as one liturgy, because the death of Jesus is intricately linked with his resurrection three days later.
The Sacred Paschal Triduum
Our liturgies take place at two locations: the Parish Church at 4070 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92057, and the Old Mission Church next door at 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92057.
Holy Thursday, April 2, 2026 – Intercultural Mass of the Lord’s Supper
7:00 p.m. in the Parish Church (live-streamed for our homebound)
Holy Thursday is known as the Mass of the Lord’s Supper primarily because of the institution of the Eucharist and the rituals of foot washing and the reception of the Holy Oils, presented to the community for the good of the people, in welcoming new Christians and healing the sick. We gather together in a spirit of humility and love, following the example of Jesus who washed the feet of his disciples.
Please join us after Mass in walking with the Lord in Adoration to the Chapel of Repose in the Mission Church, where the Holy Eucharist will be adored.
Note: There are no daily masses today.
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Good Friday, April 3, 2026 – Solemn Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion with Holy Communion
3:00 p.m. in the Parish Church – English – (live-streamed for our homebound)
5:30 p.m. in the Parish Church – Bilingual
(Please note, the passion will be acted out during the 5:30 p.m. Content may be graphic for younger audiences. Please use your discretion.)
On Good Friday, we journey with the Lord, the innocent servant of God, who has taken our sins upon himself as he walks the path to Calvary. Through this liturgy, we share in Jesus’ faith and love and participate in his self-opening to the Father’s love.
Note: There are no daily masses today.
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Holy Saturday, April 4, 2026 – Glorious Easter Vigil
8:00 p.m. Bilingual Mass in the Parish Church (live-streamed for our homebound)
On Holy Saturday, the darkness is shattered by the light of the great paschal candle and the Easter fire. Today, we celebrate the gift of life, the gift of the world, and all that fills it. We witness the Baptism and bestowal of God’s Spirit as new Catholics join our community. We celebrate — Jesus is risen from the dead!
Note: There are no daily masses today and no Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026
6:00 a.m. – Mission Church – English
9:00 a.m. -Mission Church – Spanish
10:00 a.m. – Parish Church – English – (live-streamed for our homebound)
12:00 p.m. – Parish Church – Spanish – (live-streamed for our homebound)
Easter Sunday crowns our Triduum celebration and begins a new period within the liturgical year. Easter offers a time of reflection on how the followers of Jesus came to receive and understand his resurrection from the dead.
Note: There are no 5 pm or 7 pm Masses today. The Parish Offices will be closed on Good Friday and Holy Saturday, the 3rd and 4th of April.