Author Archives: John McKenna

Eighth Station Jesus speaks to the women and children We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World. Along the Way of the Cross, there were women who wept in … Continue reading →

Seventh Station Jesus falls the second time We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World.       The second fall of Jesus might well be compared to the … Continue reading →

Sixth Station Veronica wipes the face of Jesus We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World. A woman steps out from the crowd.  Gently but courageously, Veronica wipes the face … Continue reading →

Fifth Station Simon helps Jesus carry his Cross We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World.   The Cross is becoming too heavy for Jesus.  A passer-by is forced … Continue reading →

Fourth Station Jesus meets his Mother We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World.       A Mother meets a son.  Mary encounters Jesus.  It is a soul-piercing experience. Mary … Continue reading →

Third Station Jesus falls the first time We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World. Jesus is now on his way to the Hill of Calvary.  The road is … Continue reading →

Second Station Jesus accepts his Cross We adore Thee, O Christ, and we praise Thee. Because by Thy Holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the World. “If any man has a mind to come after me, let him take up his … Continue reading →