Pope Francis today led the Good Friday liturgy in St. Peter's Basilica, which begins with the impressive moment of prostration before the altar of the Confession, where the principal celebrant lies down to venerate the exposed cross. After a brief silence, the opening prayer Reminiscere follows: Remember, O God, the works of your mercy... After the singing of the Passion of John, the preacher of the papal household, Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa, delivered the Good Friday homily, which we present in full.
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