Veneration of the Cross

The earliest description of this ceremony is found in the late fourth century treatise “The Pilgrimage of Egeria.” In this diary she describes the Good Friday ceremonies in Jerusalem. During […]

Seven Last Words From The Cross

The Seven Last Words are the final, profound phrases spoken by Jesus Christ during his crucifixion on Good Friday, as recorded across the four Gospels. These sayings symbolize his humanity, […]

Stations of the Cross

The Stations of the Cross, or Way of the Cross, is a 14-step devotion commemorating Jesus Christ's last day on Earth, from condemnation to burial. Primarily prayed during Lent and […]