As another sign of parishes adapting during the pandemic, St. Joseph Parish in Libertyville held Good Friday celebrations of the Lord’s Passion both inside and outside to accommodate worshippers on April 2, 2021. The parish has offered car Masses each week for those parishioners uncomfortable attending in-person services. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Unique Via Crucis, outdoor adoration offer Holy Week alternatives In response to the pandemic and the need for social distancing during Holy Week 2021, St. Agnes of Bohemia Parish, 2651 S. Central Park Ave., and Most Blessed Trinity Parish in Waukegan, turned annual events into outdoor experiences for parishioners.
Pandemic no match for annual basket blessing in Lemont To observe social distancing, Ss. Cyril and Methodius Church in Lemont held a drive-thru Easter basket blessing on Holy Saturday, April 3, 2021.
Parishes hold neighborhood Stations of the Cross The streets surrounding Most Holy Redeemer Parish in Evergreen Park were bustling the afternoon of April 2 with more than 100 families walking the sidewalks and kids on bikes and scooters. It wasn’t an early trick-or-treat event, but rather a neighborhood Stations of the Cross on Good Friday.