The priest and ministers strip the church altarsThe office of VespersThe chalice contains a sacred host of Our Lord, which the minister places above the altar of repose.The Blessed Sacrament is carried in procession to the altar of repose, which represents Our Lord in the Garden of AgonyThe elevation of the chalice after the consecrationThe large painting behind the altar has been covered since Passion Sunday.All the bells will ring at the moment of the Gloria before falling silent until the Easter Vigil.The community gathers together for a joyful meal to celebrate the institution of the Eucharist and the holy PriesthoodAt least one sister remains constantly in adoration at the altar of repose, so that Our Lord is not left alone in His Agony
