The Stations of the Cross, also called the "Way of the Cross," or "Via Crucis," refers to the devotional prayer practice that commemorates the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The ...

In introducing his material, Michael Dubruiel issues this warning: “There are parts of this book with which you may readily agree; other sections will probably anger you.” He was right. More on that ...

Many artists throughout the years have depicted Christ's journey to Calvary in a multitude of ways and the Stations of the Cross at the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine are the latest local examples of ...

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While it might seem strange to cover up all of the most important religious items in a Catholic church during Lent, most devout Catholic churches tend to feature crosses, artwork, and statues covered ...

Veronica wipes the face of Jesus in this representation of the sixth Station of Cross at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in southwestern France. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Over the last three years, I ...

FAYETTEVILLE — Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville is again providing Lenten crosses for its members to display during Lent. The crosses will be draped in purple through Maundy Thursday, ...

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One of the finest religious poems of the 20th century is “Lenten Illuminations” by Siegfried Sassoon, written shortly after the poet’s reception into the Church in 1957. In the poem, the poet places ...