Rev. James D. Conley, D.D., S.T.L. | Diocese of Lincoln website

The Southern Nebraska Register shared insights behind the lens of capturing Holy Week events. The Register mentioned that they would be sorting through thousands of images captured by the media team during Holy Week, including various diocesan liturgies from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday.

The writer expressed gratitude for their Catholic education, stating, "I was fortunate to grow up with a great Catholic education that taught me the beauty of our faith." They also reflected on the profound experience of capturing the Mass through photography, noting, "The more I’ve tried to capture the wonder of the Mass, the more deeply I’ve learned that it’s a gift with a beauty beyond human comprehension."

As a member of the Cathedral parish, the writer shared their deep connection to the building and its significance in their faith journey, saying, "The Cathedral is my home parish, so the building – including its art, its fixtures, its textured walls, and even its sounds – is comfortably familiar to me."

Regarding the Chrism Mass, the writer expressed gratitude for being able to capture moments like the blessing of the sacred chrism, acknowledging that not everyone in the diocese can attend in person. They also highlighted the importance of priests and their role in the community, stating, "Seeing all the priests gathered together to concelebrate the Mass is a reminder of the immense blessing they are for our entire diocese."

Reflecting on the significance of Holy Week, the writer noted the solemnity of the events leading up to Easter Sunday, emphasizing the message of hope and redemption, "While Holy Week is a solemn walk through the steps of Jesus as He died for our sins, there is light at the end."

In conclusion, the writer emphasized the love and promise of God throughout Holy Week, expressing, "He loved us enough to let His only Son die for our sins, and He loved us through the fear that comes along with it. But His love is immense, and He keeps His promise of love to raise Jesus on Easter."