The wait is over! At this long, solemn, joyful, and majestic Mass, we rekindle the light of Christ, answer the call to exult, review our salvation history, receive newly consecrated hosts, and welcome converts into the Church. The Pascal candle is marked and lit, and we spread light and joyful triumph through our church, during the dark hours of the night. The church is banked with flowers, and resounds with Easter hymns. Our priest wears white vestments. We hear the Gloria and the Alleluia. The Vigil Mass begins at St. John at 8:00 p.m. Rejoice, for the Lord has risen indeed!