Stations of the Cross

Illustrations of the Stations of the Cross

The Stations of the Cross

With the Stations of the Cross, we walk with Jesus in his final act of love and sacrifice.

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man holding blue umbrella to shield him from the rain

God As a Shield

There are many verses in Scripture that speak of God as a shield, a protector, a guard against stumbling. They are words of comfort and assurance–a reminder of God’s providence.
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person praying with rosary in a church

Connecting with Tradition

Are there some traditions that might still be relevant to you that you could try again: praying the rosary, signing up for Eucharistic adoration, or committing to a novena of prayer for someone in need?
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Dear Reader: ‘Lily of the Mohawks’

As an Algonquin–Mohawk born in New York State, Kateri, known as the “Lily of the Mohawks,” would have lived in accordance with the rhythms of the seasons.
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Statue of St. Francis of Assisi

The Franciscan Connection to the Stations of the Cross 

Praying the Stations of the Cross is a familiar Lenten practice for many, but a closer look at this popular tradition reveals surprising connections to Franciscan spirituality. 
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Closeup of statue of Mary

We Are Found

Reflect During Lent, as we are called to look more closely at the Stations of the Cross, we witness Jesus falling for the first time, and his mother being there.  May this prayer remind you that Mary sees how heavy ...
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Wooden cross with rope

Lift Him Up

Reflect Today, reflect on the Fifth Station of the Cross: how Jesus became human, how he needed our help. Pray God, help me be like the toddler I sawin Mass today, pointing up to the figures of Jesus on his knees ...
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