Stations of the Cross – Fifth Station

Stations of the Cross – Fifth Station

Simon helps Jesus to carry his cross

 

We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you
Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.

Scripture

As they led Jesus away they took hold of a certain Simon, a Cyrenian,
who was coming in from the country;
and after laying the cross on him, they made him carry it behind Jesus.

A Prayer

Lord, make me realize
that every time I wipe a dish,
pick up an object off the floor,
assist a child in some small task,
or give another preference
in traffic or the store;
Each time I feed the hungry,
clothe the naked,
teach the ignorant,
or lend my hand in any way –
it matter not to whom –
my name is Simon.
And the kindness I extend to them
I really give to you.