Candidate David Johnson, center, receives the sacrament of confirmation from Archbishop John Nienstedt during the Easter Vigil Mass April 19 at the Cathedral of St. Paul. At left is Johnson’s sponsor, David Hueller. There were seven candidates — those who have been baptized and are seeking full communion with the Church — from the Cathedral parish and six from the University of St. Thomas. During the Mass, the archbishop baptized four elect from the Cathedral parish and two from the University of St. Thomas. Archbishop Nienstedt said during his homily, “The message of this Easter night is one of great hope. Hope for the catechumen and the candidate. Hope for the sinner. Hope for the archbishop, the priest, the deacon, the religious, the laity. Hope, indeed, for the world. For he is risen, and we have become ambassadors of this great message.” Dianne Towalski /The Catholic SpiritArchbishop Nienstedt washes the foot of Father Troy Przybilla, director of the archdiocesan Vocations Office during the Holy Thursday liturgy April 17 at the Cathedral. Dave Hrbacek/The Catholic SpiritArchbishop Nienstedt venerates the cross, held by Deacon Phil Stewart, during the Good Friday service April 18 at the Cathedral. Dave Hrbacek/The Catholic SpiritChildren carry candles lit from the Easter candle in procession at the start of the Easter Vigil at the Cathedral of St. Paul. Dianne Towalski/The Catholic SpiritJamie Hornnes, left, and her sister Jessie Hornnes, students at the University of St. Thomas, smile at the congregation after their baptisms. Dianne Towalski/The Catholic Spirit
