“Sorrowful” Fridays transport our prayers to the foot of the Cross, wherein Jesus, our Savior, bequeaths us one more treasure. Beyond His life for our eternal salvation, He grants us one more gift. With almost His last breath, He turns to His beloved mother and says “Behold your son.” John 19: […]
“Sorrowful” Fridays inspire our Lenten sacrifices. Our Lord endured human suffering and yet he endured with dignity and with faith in the Father’s plan. Lord, as we undertake our fasts, our self- denial, our small sacrifices in the name of preparation for Easter joy, let us look to Mary – as Jesus […]
“Sorrowful” Fridays carry our prayers back to Calvary as we realize that the Son of God chose to die as a convicted criminal and chose to die with two convicted criminals by His side. Jesus chose to demonstrate his love, forgiveness and mercy even to His last breaths. Lord, help me to […]
On this “Sorrowful” Friday, we pray to join our sufferings with that of our Lord’s. If we suffer as we are called, our yoke will be easy and our burden light. Mt. 11.29-30. A cross patiently borne will be our light in the spiritual darkness. Lord, grant me the strength and […]
“Sorrowful” Fridays provide the example of the first “real man.” Jesus’ virtues are many and He is the model for all of us but, as we consider our own trials and tribulations,our own challenges, our own crosses, let us look to Jesus’ example. “When He was in agony, He […]
Hopeful anticipation punctuates our “Sorrowful” prayers this Friday. The Crucifixion helps us realize that its impact is at once both transitory and final. We must be filled with the joy that hope exists- even for us sinners. Jesus’ sacrifice permits us to know that even WE can be forgiven. Even us unworthy sinners can pray confidently for a journey to […]
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