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Vesperal Liturgy (proto-anastasis) with 15 Old Testament readings that prophecy the Resurrection of Christ.

Holy Friday Matins with Lamentations at the tomb, ending with procession around the temple with the burial shroud (epitaphion/plaschanitsa).

Vespers service and placing of the burial shroud (epitaphion/plaschanitsa) on the tomb.

Holy Friday Matins (served on Thursday night) recounts the Passion of Christ in 12 Gospel readings.

Commemorating the Mystical Supper of Christ.

The Sacrament of Holy Unction for Orthodox Christians in need of healing.