Tenebrae (meaning ‘darkness’ or ‘shadows’) is a prayer service which involves extinguishing candles one by one as we remember Christ going through his passion.

Scripture Readings:

Matthew 26:17-29 – The Last Supper

Matthew 26:36-56 – Jesus is betrayed and arrested

Mark 1 5:1-5 – Jesus before Pilate

Mark 1 5:16-32 – Jesus is crucified

Matthew 27:45-54 – Jesus dies on the cross

Isaiah 52:13 – 53:5 – The Suffering Servant

Matthew 27:62-66 – Jesus is laid in the tomb

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