Stations of the Cross - The Inner Life - March 26, 2026

Father Eric Nielsen joins Patrick to discuss the Stations of the Cross (3:29) what is the origin of the stations of the Cross? What is the order of the stations of the Cross? (17:50) Break 1 Email from Bob about the unique way he prays the stations of the Cross. (19:38) Marsha - I was able to go with my parish to the holy land and pray them in January. I think that is the change and memories and the places of Christ's passion. It was beautiful. Simon of Serene Stations of the Cross. (31:50) what is the benefit of praying the stations communally? (34:41) Greg - It's very simple. In order we become worthy to share in the resurrection, we need to share in his crucifixion. (36:33) Break 2 Mary - In Madison, for 40 days for life, the conclusion will be at Planned Parenthood. They will have the stations of the cross. It will be on Good Friday. (40:48) Barbara - I belong to the church of Jesus in Milwaukee. The upper church has such beautiful stations. There is so much detail and every one of them is so rich in material and great to meditate upon. Linda - I went on the Camino. While we were there, we walked to where the pilgrims were from. There were stations on the way to the village. It was very enlightening to walk where our Blessed mother appeared to the children. (46:29) Nicole - Before coming back to the church, I felt there was a bit of a patriarchal problem. I found the stations to be so female-centric. It was so profound (Veronica's veil). It felt very inclusive. I felt there was a patriarchal prayer to many prayers. Broke down when I first prayed them.