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392 Stations of the Cross
All: Because by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world.

Leader: Jesus, the soldiers are becoming impatient. This is taking
longer than they wanted it to. They are afraid you won't make it to
the hill where you will be crucified. As you grow weaker, they grab
a man out of the crowd and make him help carry your cross. He was
just watching what was happening, but all of a sudden he is helping
you carry your cross.
As a child, sometimes I see people who need my help. Some-
times I pretend not to hear when my parents call me. I disappear
when I know others could use my help.
As an adult, sometimes I try to do as little as I can and still get
by. Others might need my help, but I ignore their needs. Even when
I'm asked to help, I sometimes claim to be too busy.
My Jesus, blest, thrice blest was he who aided Thee to bear the
cross. Blest too shall I be if I aid Thee to bear the cross, by patiently
bowing my neck to the crosses You shall send me during life. My
Jesus, give me grace to do so.

Our Father …, Hail Mary …
Leader: Jesus Christ Crucified.
All: Have mercy on Us.
Leader: May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy
of God, Rest in peace.
All: Amen.

SIXTH STATION: Veronica wipes the face of Jesus

Leader: We adore you, Lord Jesus, and we praise you.
All: Because by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world.

Leader: Jesus, suddenly a woman comes out of the crowd. Her
name is Veronica. You can see how she cares for you as she takes a
cloth and begins to wipe the blood and sweat from your face. She
can't do much, but she offers what little help she can.
As a child, sometimes I know someone could use a little help and
understanding. They may be picked on or teased by others, or just
sad or lonely. Sometimes I feel bad that others don't step in to help,
but I don't help either.
As an adult, I notice the needs around me. Sometimes my own
family members crave my attention, and I don't even seem to notice.

Sometimes a co-worker, friend, or family member could use help or