Why is Holy Week So Important?
Holy Week is important because it commemorates the events of Christ’s final days and passion. This includes the institution of the Eucharist and the crucifixion. Obviously, Christ’s institution of the Eucharist and his passion and death are important in many ways, especially in terms of their importance in the reconciliation of God and humanity (the atonement). Holy Week commemorates these important events, and is therefore a very busy time in the life of the Church. For an article explaining why Catholics spend so much time at church during Holy Week, check out You’re at Church A Lot During Holy Week…How Strange.
