Meditations on the rosary, the way of the cross, and other prayers mother angelicas meditations combine the spiritual insights of a master with the warmth of a loving mother. The stations of the cross or the way of the cross, also known as the way of sorrows or the via crucis, refers to a series of images depicting jesus christ on the day of his crucifixion and accompanying prayers. This years meditations were written by the former papal vicar for rome, italian cardinal camillo ruini. One common devotion is the way of the cross, which is more commonly referred to as the stations of the cross. In the way that he carried all the burdens of his life but, in particular, the way in which he carries this awful, final burden, he transforms the cross from a symbol of condemnation into one of liberation. Faustinas way of the cross compiled from the diary of st.
Her short but powerful reflections on each decade of the rosary and station of the cross will lift your soul to heaven and lead you into a thoughtful and penetrating. Full text of meditations and prayers on the way of the cross. Way of the cross with pope francis, the meditations on the stations paperback january 14, 2016 by pope francis author, edited by alessandro saraco author 5. This can be a moving experience for individuals or families. Mar 08, 2019 the 14 consider meditations on the passion of jesus christ these reflections can be used as stations of the cross. In the medieval period, when pilgrimage to jerusalem. I desire to carry it with all patience until death, that i. These stations, called marys way of the cross, attempt to present that viewpoint. With their hands they shall support you, lest you strike your foot against a stone ps 91. Each meditation can be deeply personal by recalling specific persons places and experiences in. The stations of the cross also called the way of the cross is a traditional liturgical devotion commemorating the last day of jesus life.
Thanks to technology, and perhaps due to christianitys low status in our modern liberal age, there is a fantastic treasure trove of good, traditional catholic books available for free or nearfree. Way of the cross with pope francis, the meditations on the stations pope francis, edited by alessandro saraco on. The punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed. A moment of silence before the start of the meditation. O jesus, whosoever does not take up his cross and follow thee, is not worthy of thee. In this prayer, fourteen traditional events in the passion of jesus are recalled and meditated upon. The 14 consider meditations on the passion of jesus christ these reflections can be used as stations of the cross. Meditations by cardinal gualtiero bassetti, archbishop of perugia citta della pieve. By the cross with thee to stay, there with thee to weep and pray, is all i ask of thee to give. Way of the cross led by his holiness pope francis at the. Stations of the cross way of the cross short version. Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world. The way of the cross with meditations by georgy 6580 views the stations of the cross is devotion to the sacred passion in which we accompany, in spirit, our lord in his sorrowful journey to calvary and meditate on his suffering and death.
Meditations by annemarie pelletier arabic, english, french, german, italian, portuguese, spanish booklet for the celebration pdf way of the cross 2016. Mary, the mother of jesus, made that first way of the cross. Booklet for the celebration pdf way of the cross 2017. They are accompanied by illustrations from indoor, outdoor and live stations at churches and monasteries across the state. Cardinal ratzingers meditations for way of the cross. J esus is condemned to death so it was, brethren, that when i came to you and preached christs message to you, i did so without any high pretensions to eloquence, or to philosophy. The second way of the cross includes a fifteenth station, a meditation on christs resurrection, which should be omitted on good friday.
At a later stage he would have been handed over to private tutors to be introduced to literature, especially, no doubt, vergils great epic, the aeneid. We adore you o christ, and we praise you, because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world. Below are links to valuable and timeless catholic texts including those written by great saints and fathers and doctors of the church that you. Colosseum rome, 30 march 2018 arabic, english, french, german, italian, polish, portuguese, spanish introduction. This form of the way of the cross is a simple method which includes prayers adapted from the way of the cross at the roman coliseum with pope john paul ii, presiding on good friday, 2001. Veronica wipes the face of jesus for he commands his angels with regard to you, to guard you wherever you go. The way of the cross, as a devotion, has its origin in the faithfuls. Do not fear apparent obstacles, but fix your gaze upon the passion of my son, and in this way you will be victorious. 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. Apr 01, 2010 vatican city the candlelit way of the cross service will be held at the colosseum tomorrow night at 9. Stations of the cross according to the method of st. If there is but one prayer you will say every day, make it the rosary. Printable stations of the cross booklet according to st. Each chapter is brief, focused, uplifting, and devastating, like any good devotional should be.
He took along peter and the two sons of zebedee, and began to feel sorrow and distress. O sorrowful mother, in these times wherein the immense majority of men flee from the sacrifice inherent to the perfect fulfillment of all the commandments and counsels of thy divine son, obtain for all those who meditate on this way of the cross the necessary strength for each to carry his cross to the heights of calvary. Pdf the holy rosary scriptural meditations download full. Children love having their own copy and even coloring the beautiful pictures of jesus on his way of the cross. Meditationsandprayersonthewayofthecross directory listing.
All biblical quotes taken from the new american bible revised edition. Father patrick anderson on flickr edited from the original. Giancarlo maria bregantini, archbishop of campobasso. Here is a vatican translation of the meditations and prayers that cardinal joseph ratzinger prepared for the stations of. Alphonsus are a source of comfort and hope to all who read them, especially in troubled times like these. Because by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world. Jesus in the garden of gethsemane we pray for peace in the holy land. Stations of the cross for our times ossory diocese. Holy redeemer redemptorists in italy in 1732, wrote a series of meditations on the way of the cross. Way of the cross text proposed by jean vanier introduction who has believed our message, isaiah 53 isaiah described the man of sorrow who was rejected and despised and he continued. The stations of the cross from ancient times, christians have made pilgrimages to holy places. Here is a vatican translation of the meditations and prayers that cardinal joseph ratzinger prepared for the stations of the cross at the colosseum this good friday. Then we try to make practical applications to our lives. One walks, in spirit, with jesus on his journey to calvary and meditates on his suffering and death.
When the soldiers came to jesus, they saw that he was already dead so that they did not break his legs, but one of them opened his side with a lance, and immediately there came out blood and water. All because by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world. The object of the stations is to help the christian. Meditations on the way of the cross through the life of suzanne aubert for young people. Use updown arrow keys to increase or decrease volume. This year, the meditations on the fourteen stations of the way of the cross were written by fifteen young people between the ages of 16 and 27. Merciful jesus, my master, i desire to follow you in fidelity and imitate you each day with more perfection. Each meditation can be a personal meeting with jesus and a new discovery of his presence in ones life. In the name of the father, and of the son and of the holy spirit. Full text of meditations and prayers on the way of the cross see other formats meditations and prayers on the way of the cross abbe michel quoist 1. Meditations on the way of the cross rc spirituality. Make the sign of the cross on your lips with your thumb. If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. Most merciful lord, with a contrite heart and penitent spirit i bow down before thy divine majesty.
Traditional and modern meditations the way of the cross leads us to contemplate the passion of our lord and savior jesus christ, to consider his great love for us, his humility, and the glory of the perfect offering he made in the work of our redemption. Free traditional catholic books ii catholic tradition. Faustinas diary divine mercy in my soul introductory prayer. The spirituality of the popes worldwide prayer network comes to life in meditations on the classic catholic lenten devotion, the stations of the cross. Originally our ladys psalter, the rosary begins in a way parallel to the divine office.
Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, jesus. The way of the cross art reflection activity provides a range of ideas and techniques to inspire children and young people as they explore and reflect on the stations of the cross by renowned artist john drawbridge. With outstretched arms i embrace the world compassionately and see a wilderness become an eden of. Mary, mother of mercy, be always with me, especially in suffering, in the same way that you were present in your sons way of the cross. Stations of the cross from a douayrheims bible the stations of the cross, also known as the way of the cross, is normally prayed each friday during lent. The devotion originated with pilgrims in jerusalem retracing the traditional steps jesus is believed to have followed on good friday. Meditations on the way of the cross sisters of compassion. The stations grew out of imitations of via dolorosa in jerusalem which is believed to be the actual path jesus walked to mount calvary. In addition, fourteen meditations one for each station written by marian priests and seminarians, provide insightful reflections on christs passion. Included are meditations on the decades of the rosary. But literature served only as a preparation for the real goal. Cardinal ratzingers meditations for way of the cross zenit.
Xiv jesus is laid in the tomb jesus christ, crucified, have mercy on us. It has been a catholic tradition through the centuries to meditate on the way of the cross, so that it becomes our way of life. My original intent when sitting down to write tonight was to reflect on the image of jesus falling under the weight of the cross in the stations of the cross. I believe in thee, i hope in thee, i love thee above all things. The way of the cross with meditations turnback to god. By guest on april 4, 2011 articles from our contributors. A way of the cross our lord jesus christ prayers and novenas. Here is a vatican translation of the meditations and prayers that cardinal joseph ratzinger prepared for the stations of the cross at the. Mary s way of the cross little sisters of the poor. Meditations on the way of the cross for holy week 2020. Stations of the cross with the eucharistic heart of jesus. This popular version of the ancient christian devotion to the via crucis is still used in many places. Meditations on the way of the cross eric gilhooly, lc note. Recalling the dramatic events of jesus passion and death helps readers enter more fully into the celebration.
For this reason i beg you, that through the meditation of your passion. Free traditional catholic books catholic tradition. Way of the cross with pope francis, the meditations on the. Meditation by two parents whose daughter was murdered. Meditations on the way of the cross, by saint francis of assisi free download as pdf file.
Read it online, print, or listen to the traditional audio recording below. Behold, i cheerfully join thee on the way of the cross. Meditations on the way of the cross for holy week 2020 an article by bcommin. Faustina and scripture and the traditional way of the cross based on the version by st. In these stations we see through marys eyes what jesus was going through on the way of calvary. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The divine mercy chaplet of saint faustina and the stations of the cross are wonderful ways to meditate on the saving love of jesus christ. Meditations on the way of the cross, by saint francis of assisi scribd. Pdf download mary s way of the cross free unquote books. Meditations on the cross, edited by manfred weber, collects his letters and sermons on the vexing topic of christs passion. The meditations on the way of the cross, at which benedict xvi presided on good friday, 22 april 2011, were written by sr maria rita piccione, osa, president of the our lady of good counsel federation of augustinian monasteries in italy.
This printable stations of the cross booklet is so handy. Included are meditations, images and scripture readings. The body of jesus is taken down from the cross we adore you, o christ, and we praise you. The following stations of the cross offer reflections from catholics in arkansas. I desire to carry it with all patience until death, that i may prove worthy of thee.