The Stations of Cross (or Way of the Cross) is a series of 14 artistic images that depict the Passion of the Christ and His crucifixion. Part of the Roman system of justice was to use punishment as a teaching tool for others. The photos were taken by Andy Alexander, S.J. THE FOURTEEN STATIONS OF THE CROSS The Stations of the Cross depict 14 events in the Passion of Jesus Christ, beginning with Jesus being condemned to … The photos of the Stations of the Cross are courtesy of St. John's Parish Church on the Creighton University campus. The Stations of the Cross at The Cloisters on the Platte is accessible to wheelchair users and other visitors who need to avoid stairs. Sharing this Stations … R/ Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world. Many Catholics and others use these images to pray and reflect on the last hours (or Passion) of Jesus Christ. Jesus had already been scourged and mocked by the Roman soldiers within the In this prayer, fourteen traditional events in the passion of Jesus are recalled and meditated upon. Stations of the Cross, also called Way of the Cross, a series of 14 pictures or carvings portraying events in the Passion of Christ, from his condemnation by Pontius Pilate to his entombment. Your power upheld the whole universe and yet You permit one of Your creatures to help You carry a cross. Stations of the Cross, Jesus is inviting us to journey with him and to reflect on his suffering as it continues in the lives of his people. The Fifth Station: Simon Helps Jesus Carry His Cross. Each station is visited as the prayers are made; icons or stations are traditionally hung along the perimeter of the inside walls of churches. In solidarity with all who suffer, let us pray that we will be open to whatever he wants us to see, hear and understand. Scriptural Stations of the Cross These stations of the cross are based on those celebrated by Pope John Paul II on Good Friday in 1991. It takes the reflection on the passion out of my head, and makes it an imaginative exercise. The Second Station: Jesus is made to carry the Cross V/ We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you. This site is offered by Creighton University's Collaborative Ministry Office. Your humility is beyond my comprehension. The most important reason for reviving the practice of making the Stations of the Cross is that it is a powerful way to contemplate, and enter into, the mystery of Jesus' gift of himself to us. I imagine Simon was reluctant to take part in Your shame. They're an alternative to the traditional stations as a way of reflecting more deeply on the Scriptural accounts of Christ's passion. With our podcasts, you can listen to your favorite shows again and again! 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