The talk by the priest or pastor explaining the biblical readings; in Protestant churches it is the central part.
În Liturghia ortodoxă, predica se ține de obicei după citirea Evangheliei sau la sfârșit. În Bisericile reformate, evanghelice și neoprotestante, predica poate dura 30–45 de minute și este inima serviciului divin.
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- AkathistA hymn of praise and supplication to Christ, the Mother of God or a saint, said standing.
- All-night vigilThe long night service on the eve of great feasts and patronal days, combining Vespers and Matins.
- BaptismThe rite of entry into the Church, by immersion in water or pouring, in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
- Believer's baptismBaptism given to those who profess faith themselves, rather than infants, by full immersion.
- Byzantine chantThe traditional monophonic chant of the Orthodox Church, organised in eight modes ("tones").
- ChrismationThe sacrament given right after Baptism, by anointing with holy chrism; it seals the gift of the Holy Spirit.