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When was the last time you meditated on the sufferings of Christ’s Passion?
Saint Alphonsus de Liguori reminds us:“There is no practice more profitable for the entire sanctification of the soul than the frequent meditation of the sufferings of Jesus Christ.”Here are six ways to meditate on Christ’s Passion:Read Scripture Verses on the PassionSorrowful Mysteries of the RosaryStations of the CrossDevotion to Our Lady of SorrowsDevotion to the Holy Wounds of JesusDivine Mercy ChapletHow to meditate on the Passion of Jesus:1) Read Scripture Verses on the Passion
The Gospel writers provide various accounts of the last days and moments of Jesus Christ’s earthly life. Read these passages and take them to prayer: Matt. 26-27, Mk. 14-15, Lk. 22-23 and Jn. 18-19.
2) Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary
The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary are traditionally prayed each Tuesday and Friday. However, during the season of Lent, the faithful are invited to pray with them daily.
The five Sorrowful Mysteries detail the agony and death of Our Lord:The Agony in the GardenThe Scourging at the PillarThe Crowning with ThornsThe Carrying of the CrossThe Crucifixion of Jesus3) Stations of the Cross
Praying with your parish on Fridays during Lent is the best (and most popular) way to participate
