The Celebration of the Lord's Passion at 6:00 p.m. begins with a liturgy of the Word, during with the Passion according to St. John is read. Then follows the solemn intercessions for the needs of the whole world, after which we're given the opportunity to venerate the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Holy Communion is then distributed, and the liturgy ends in silent contemplation of the crucifix laid before the altar.