The Eucharist service is normally a bit lengthy, however, it is not by any means reason to not pay attention and thereby become irreverent, no matter the reason. This service was meant to signify the belief that Jesus Christ had risen from the dead, and that as believers; the congregation should serve the Lord and be jovial of his resurrection from henceforth.  As Phillips glanced up from his notes, he saw the congregation of nobles, some listening attentively, and others not very much; in the front row sat the new reigning king and queen, and though their expressions were completely opposite from the other, one thing was evident. They looked weary, very weary.<br/>Compassion tugged at his heart, and he felt himself move pass the judgment of the inattentiveness towards kindness and gentleness. Perhaps that is what they needed-indeed, that is what all needed.<br/><br/>With this newly found compassion in mind, Phillips recited the last call and response, and with that, drew the service to a close.<br/>Much was on the priests mind, for the day was going to be rather long yet filled with celebration for both the end of Lent and the beginning of the new reign.  While he would gladly do his part in preparing for the celebration, Phillips couldn’t help but wonder what the common people were left with. The celebrations planned seemed to be rather elaborate and over exaggerated, and it was all for the nobles. It seemed to him that not a penny was being spared for those outside the castle walls, for those whose beginnings and endings were humble.<br/><br/>As he secluded to his chambers for a brief moment of solitude, his thoughts began to lead him back to his own humble beginnings. His family was amongst those of the lower class, but through hard work and dedication to the Lord, Phillips was able to find himself a spot in the Catholic church, and soon thereafter, he found himself as a priest in the royal household. Taking confessions from all and giving solace to those who were lost was a part of his calling and his duty; and he took this job very seriously, even when presented with the ominous, dark challenges and obstacles those confessing offered. Despite this, though, he was sworn to secrecy, and he would take those secrets with him to his grave.<br/>His thoughts must have gathered on him, causing more time to pass than he had intended, as a serving man knocked quietly on his door, asking for his assistance in the celebratory preparations.<br/>Phillips pushed his somber thoughts aside and nodded, then followed the man out the door, ready to assist the new royal family.