Solemn Reflection and Remembrance

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Good Friday is a day of solemn reflection and remembrance of Jesus' crucifixion. Activities include attending church services, praying, fasting, and engaging in acts of charity. Many also choose to observe silence (turning off phones, TV, and other devices), particularly between 12 pm and 3 pm, when Jesus was on the cross.

Calling on Divine Power

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Worldwide Good Friday is fast gaining momentum.  That momentum is reflected in a new Facebook group that swelled to more than 300,000 members in three days after a global religious leader issued an invitation over the weekend.

The group’s rapid growth, international reach and multi-faith makeup was one indication of broad interest in the effort to call on divine power this week for help during the coronavirus pandemic.

Read more about Good Friday's intention of prayer and the group's intent of spreading happiness wherever they can, especially in light of cover-19.