The Friday before Easter Day, on which the church commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus. Traditionally a day of fasting, acts of discipline, and self-denial.

Capitalize when referring to the story of Jesus Christ, as presented in the New Testament.

From an Old English term meaning, "good news," the proclamation of salvation through Jesus Christ. Also, a literary genre describing Christ's life, death, and resurrection. The four official Gospels of the New Testament are Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

Capitalize when referring to the first four books of the New Testament. Lowercase in other references. Today’s reading comes from the Gospel of Luke. We learn of Jesus’ earthly life in the Gospels. We are called to a gospel of reconciliation and unity. The gospel singer wowed the crowd. See also Bible

The term names a liturgical function, referring to a member of the clergy who proclaims the Gospel in a worship service.

A psalm, hymn, or anthem that is sung or read at a Eucharist between the Old Testament reading and the epistle.

The response of assent by the congregation at the conclusion of the Eucharistic Prayer. It is printed in all capitals in the BCP to signify its importance.

A lengthy intercessory prayer including various petitions that are said or sung by the leader, with fixed responses by the congregation. Especially appropriate during Lent.

A fourth-century Cappadocian bishop, and a leading theologian on the topic of the Trinity. Feast day: May 9.

A fourth-century Greek bishop and leading defender of the faith expressed in the Nicene Creed. Feast day: March 9.