- 1.Having accompanied the deacon, the priest takes the holy chalice from him and says the prayer: O Lord, I believe …
- 2. Meanwhile, the deacon takes the diskarion from the Holy Table. After the prayer is completed, the priest uncovers the holy chalice, holds the veil and lention with his left hand, and gives Communion with the spoon, saying: The servant of God …
- 3.The faithful approach one-by-one and, with all humility and awe make a small bow with their hands crossed upon their breasts and in this manner, they receive Holy Communion.
- 4.The deacon holds the diskarion under the chin of the communicant.
- 5. After Communion, the priest covers the chalice with either the lention or veil or both, leaving the spoon in the chalice. He blesses the people with the chalice: Save Your people, 0 God, …
- 6.And both return to the Holy Table.
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