To accept difficulties, painful events, death, demands steadfast hope, living faith.
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Station XIII: Jesus is taken down from the cross and given to his Mother
Lord Jesus, those who love you remain at your side and keep faith.
Station XII: Jesus dies on the cross
Today we too face the challenges of this world: we sense the surge of fears which overwhelm us and shake our trust.
Station XI: Jesus is nailed to the Cross
The eyes full of love, whose gaze healed the sick and forgave our sins, now gaze only heavenward.
Station X: Jesus is stripped of his garments
We found ourselves naked, but in your infinite love you reclothed us with the dignity of sons and daughters of God and of his sanctifying grace.
Station IX: Jesus falls for the third time under the weight of the Cross
From the moment of his Incarnation, Jesus carries the Cross of human suffering and sin. He
Station VIII: Jesus meets the women of Jerusalem who weep for him
In the Passion and Crucifixion, Jesus gives his life as a ransom for many.
Station VII: Jesus falls for the second time
But he rises once more, strong in the infinite trust that he places in his Father.
Station VI: Veronica wipes the face of Jesus
A small gesture, but it expressed all her love for you and all her faith in you
Station V: Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus to carry the Cross
Following your example, Lord,
we too carry the Cross
of suffering and illness today,
