2.
Preparation of the Altar.
When the above steps are completed, you follow the procedures below to prepare the altar. Figure 2-3
shows the altar prepared for an Orthodox worship service.
Figure 2-3. Altar Prepared for an Orthodox Worship Service.
Place the altar frontal with the colored front facing towards the congregation. The correct
o
color can be determined by asking the chaplain.
Place fair linen on top of the altar frontal. The fair linen will cover the portion of the altar
o
frontal that overlaps the top of the altar.
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