Crucifixion and Death
No fixed feast day in the calendar
Jesus offers his life on the cross to save humanity.
Jesus is crucified and gives up his life
On Golgotha, Jesus was crucified between two thieves. One of them believed in him and was promised paradise: "Today you will be with me in Paradise." At the foot of the cross stood Mother Mary and John. Jesus entrusted his Mother to John: "Woman, behold your son... Behold your mother," through which she became the Mother of all believers. Finally, he cried out: "It is finished," and breathed his last. The death of Jesus was not merely a martyrdom, but a unique and total atoning sacrifice, opening the way for reconciliation between God and humanity. The blood and water that flowed from his side is the source of the Church's sacraments.
Prayer
The redemptive sacrifice on the cross
- Jesus' death is the perfect redemptive sacrifice. It is not merely a martyr's death, but the redemption of humanity.
- Mother Mary at the foot of the cross receives her role as our Mother. Her maternal love is given to all the faithful.
Contemplate the cross to see the priceless love that God has for you.
Prayer
Lord, may I always be grateful for Your sacrifice and love Mother Mary as my spiritual mother.
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