145 Dismissal

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Following the Psalm and distribution of antidoron, the priest stands in the center before the holy doors, and blessing the people says: The blessing of the Lord be upon you, … The choir: Amen.

Facing eastward, the priest says: Glory to You, O Christ… The choir: Glory … now and ever … Lord, have mercy. (three times) Give the blessing. Once again facing the people, the priest says: Christ our true God … The choir: Amen.

Then the priest enters the Altar area, and the holy doors are closed. Finally, the priest and deacon unvest either in the Altar or in the sacristy, saying: Now You may dismiss …and wash their hands in the usual place. After the Small Dismissal is completed, they give thanks to God for all things, kiss the Holy Table and depart.