Then Pilate handed Jesus over to them to be crucified. Then he bowed his head, and gave up his spirit. Choice belongs to the presider. Guide your Church, gather it together in unity and peace, strengthen its faith to proclaim your name and salvation to all the world. Graciously hear us, O God.
Ushers take collection to altar when done.
Since people have already been invited to help carry the cross during the procession, these and others will join in to form the procession. The cross bearers change as they all proceed. When the procession reaches the foot of the altar , the cross bearers lean the cross against the pillars. They try to arrive at the altar just after the singing has ended. Almighty and ever-living God, you have restored us to life by the triumphant death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.