V. We adore You, O Christ and we praise You.
R. Because by Your holy Cross You have redeemed the world.

SCRIPTURE READING Psalm 69: 8, 9

Since for your sake I bear insult, and shame covers my face. I have become an outcast to my brothers, a stranger to my mother's sons.

REFLECTION

The remembrance of the most holy Passion of Jesus Christ is the door through which the soul enters into intimate union with God, interior recollection and most sublime contemplation. It must be impressed deeply on our souls as we allow ourselves to be immersed in His bitter sufferings, for through these the love of God is enkindled in us and we will then be plunged in the abyss of the divinity.

--Saint Paul of the Cross

LET US PRAY

Omnipotent and eternal God, comfort of the afflicted and support of those in trouble, listen to the pleading of suffering humanity so that all men may rejoice in having received the help of Your mercy in all their needs. Through Christ our Lord, AMEN.

Seventh Station
Jesus falls the second time

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