Fifth Station

Simon helps Jesus 

Carry the Cross

 

 

 

 

Reflection

Jesus is encouraged by the helping hand of another person.  This reminds us of Jesus’ own words that care shown to other people, even strangers, is care shown to Christ.  When we feed, host, or shelter another woman or man, we are doing the same for Christ.  When we lift unjust burdens from others by defending them against prejudice, we are lifting the same burdens from Christ’s shoulders

 

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Prayer - Jesus, in your life you walked with the lowly, seeking to free them from sin and sickness. You protected widows and the defenseless from the abuse of the powerful and greedy. Help us take the side of those must vulnerable, by sharing in their burdens.  Amen.