Holy Saturday

The day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. A vigil was kept in preparation for Easter day and the Paschal candle was lit

The day between Good FridayGood Friday Day commemorating the Crucifixion of Christ. Observed by some as a day of fasting, abstinence and penance and Easter SundayEaster Sunday Day on which the Resurrection of Christ was celebrated.. A vigilVigil Nocturnal service of prayer. Frequently held on the eve of a festival. was kept in preparation for Easter day and the Paschal candlePaschal Candle A large candle lit during the Easter vigil of Holy Saturday and placed on or near the altar until Pentecost. was lit