Only 45 were at the Easter Vigil, compared to 125 in 1994.
A widely-attended Easter vigil takes place the night before.
Preparations are made for the Easter Vigil to be celebrated that evening.
He expressed special concern over the Easter vigil, saying that it had lost its ancient character and gravitas.
At the opening of the Easter Vigil a "new fire" is lit and blessed.
It is moved to the front of the center aisle for baptisms at the Easter Vigil.
Three adults who have been prepared by this group will be received into the Church at the Easter Vigil.
Statues and images are to remain covered until the beginning of the Easter Vigil.
A similar selection occurs during the revised liturgy for the Easter Vigil.
That night, at the Easter vigil, he will assist the pastor, Msgr.