STATION SEVEN

Jesus Bears the Cross

When they had mocked him, they stripped him of the purple cloak and put his own clothes on him. And they led him out to crucify him. (Mark 15:20)

Lord Jesus, you made the instrument of death an inexhaustible fountain of life. Hear our prayers. Grant that children may care for their parents, watching over them with gratitude, and that all of us may learn from you the joy of loving and of generous self-giving. You who live and reign forever and ever. Amen.

Lord Jesus, you did not seek worldly honours. R/. Dona nobis pacem. You bore the burdens of all men and women. R/. You embraced the heavy wood of the Cross. R/. Our Father…