In many of the parishes special rituals are held, such as the washing and kissing of feet, symbolizing humbleness and divine love.

maundy thursday is celebrated by the archbishop of rio de janeiro and seven bishops presiding over a morning mass at the futuristic san sebastian cathedral  (Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião).

for good friday on friday afternoon a liturgy is held at the san sebastian cathedral, followed by a procession lead by the archbishop - while another procession is in copacabana, complete with drums, chants, and roman soldiers.