The Processional Cross departs first, followed by the still-burning candles or torches. This shows that our time of gathering is coming to an end. Now we are called to disperse into the world. The presence of Christ led us into worship, and now the presence of Christ leads us into our daily lives. The other ministers follow in the procession: first the lay people, then the deacons, priests, and bishops. The celebrant, the servant of everyone in the room, is last in line.
