Easter Mass on Hermosa Beach

Bishop Alexander Salazar waves to the congregation after celebrating Mass at sunrise.  (Patrick T. Fallon / For The Times)

A parishioner receives the Eucharist during Mass.  (Patrick T. Fallon / For The Times)

This is the fourth year the Catholic church has held Mass at sunrise on the beach.  (Patrick T. Fallon / For The Times)

Bishop Alexander Salazar holds the Eucharist.  (Patrick T. Fallon / For The Times)

Bishop Alexander Salazar lifts a chalice during Mass on Hermosa Beach.  (Patrick T. Fallon / For The Times)

Silvia Contreras, left, and Terre Fletcher, greet each other during Easter Sunday Mass.  (Patrick T. Fallon / For The Times)