The arrival of resurrection Sunday marks the closure of the Easter and time triduum Liturgical of Holy Weekconcluding one of the most manifestations deep of faith, tradition and culture in Guatemala.
With the color of the sawdust carpetsthe aroma of incense and The sound of processional marchesthe city of Guatemala awakens in an environment of joy to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who, according to the Christian faith, defeated death to redeem humanity.
Faithful devotees, dressed in white and with deep gratitude, carry on their shoulders the triumphant image of the risen Jesus, proclaiming the victory of the Messiah over sin and the promise fulfilled of salvation, as announced by the Scriptures.
The processional courtships of this day, considered the most important of the liturgical calendarThey express the joy of the resurrection and devotion of the parishioners, who join in prayer and hope before the Pascual Mystery.
Beyond its religious dimension, resurrection Sunday is also a cultural expression that mixes Guatemalan mysticism with the Christian heritage, and begins the liturgical time of Easter, which will culminate with the celebration of Pentecost, forty days later, remembering the coming of the Holy Spirit.
The Historic Center will dress in solemnity, faith and joy, while its streets and avenues become the stage of the courtships that announce with joy: Christ has risen.
Resurrection Sunday, April 20, 2025
Procession of the risen Jesus of the Lord of Misericordias
Temple: Parish lord of mercies
Location: 1st Avenue and 12th Street, Zone 1
- Departure: 7.00 hours
- Entrance: 11.00
JESUS RISHOPED OF THE EL CALVARIO TEMPLE
Place: Rectoral Parish of Our Lady of Remedies, El Calvario Temple
Location: 6th Avenue “A” and 18 Calle, Zone 1, Guatemala City
Reference points:
- Departure: 10 hours
- Entrance to the Metropolitan Cathedral: 11.35
- Holy Resurrection Mass: 12 hours
- Cathedral output: 13 hours
- Final entry: 15 hours
JESUS RISHOPED OF LA MERCED
Temple Our Lady of Merced
Location: 5th Street and 12th Avenue, Zone 1, Guatemala City
- Departure: 9 hours
- Admission: 14 hours
Domingo de Resurrection Domingo 2025 in the Historic Center. (Image: screenshot / Map Municipality of Guatemala)
Risen Jesus Procession
Place: Santa Catalina Rectory
Location: 4th Avenue and 5th Street, Zone 1, Guatemala City
- Departure: 9 hours
- Entrance: 11 hours
Domingo de Resurrection Domingo 2025 in the Historic Center. (Image: screenshot / Map Municipality of Guatemala)
JESUS RESUCIED PROCESSION OF SANTO DOMINGO
Place: Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Temple of Santo Domingo
Location: 12th Avenue and 10th Street, Zone 1, Guatemala City
- Departure: 9.00 hours
- Admission: 11.30
Domingo de Resurrection Domingo 2025 in the Historic Center. (Image: screenshot / Map Municipality of Guatemala)