Passion Gospels - Matins for Holy Friday - 2026

April 9, 2026

Thursday evening we read from the Holy Passion Gospels during Matins for Holy Friday.

Today He who hung the earth upon the waters is hung on a tree.
The King of the angels is decked with a crown of thorns.
He who wraps the heavens in clouds is wrapped in the purple of mockery.
He who freed Adam in the Jordan is slapped in the face.
The Bridegroom of the Church is affixed to the cross with nails.
The Son of the Virgin is pierced by a spear.
We worship Thy passion, O Christ.
Show us also Thy glorious resurrection.

Many thanks to Angelo for these photos.

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