Tenebrae
In the spirit of Tenebrae, light 4 candles at the beginning of this service. At the conclusion of each section, extinguish one candle. This increasing darkness symbolizes the approaching darkness of Jesus' death and of hopelessness in the world without God.
If you only have one candle, light it at the beginning and extinguish it after the final section.
Light your own candle(s) now.
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP SERVICE
available beginning at 12:00 Noon on Friday, April 2.
The Lord's Prayer
Our Father*, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
*May use Mother, Parent, Creator, Abba
Extinguish the Christ Candle
At the conclusion of the story, extinguish the final candle to represent the crucifixion of Christ.
Blow out your candle, and remain in a moment of silence to ponder the impact of Christ's death and await the coming Resurrection.