New Bishop leads Holy Week in WNCBishop Michael Martin presides over his first Holy Week in the Diocese of Charlotte, which includes 93 churches across the western half on NC, beginning Sunday. It is the first time in two decades a different Catholic bishop has led these sacred events. Why cover it? Powerful visuals: Palm Sunday processions, candlelit vigils, veneration of the cross Unique access: Bishop Martin, clergy, and parishioners across WNC Major milestones: Chrism Mass draws 150 priests to one venue Easter fire and Vigil First Easter Mass with Bishop Martin Key Events in Charlotte: St. Patrick Cathedral, featuring Bishop Martin Palm Sunday (April 13, 11 a.m.): Palm blessing and procession Good Friday (April 18, 3 p.m.): Veneration of crucifix with relic of the True Cross Easter Vigil (April 19, 8:30 p.m.): Easter fire and Paschal candle lighting St. Mark Church Chrism Mass (April 15, 10 a.m.): Bishop’s blessing of oils with priests across the diocese Easter Sunday (April 20, 9 a.m.): Bishop Martin’s first Easter Mass at one of the largest parishes Across WNC: You’re invited to cover Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter (Saturday/Sunday) services at any of our 93 churches from Greensboro to Asheville and beyond. Find the church nearest you here: https://charlottediocese.org/find-parish/ *Media RSVP required for all events – Contact Liz Chandler at lchandler@rcdoc.org Liz Chandler Director of Communications Catholic Diocese of Charlotte 1123 S. Church St., Charlotte, NC 28203 o (704) 370-3336 | m (704) 287-3323 charlottediocese.org | 