Jesus Dies on the Cross

After hours of suffering on the Cross, Jesus breathes His last and commends His spirit into the hands of the Father (cf. Lk 23:46). From the sixth hour, darkness had come over the whole land (cf. Mt 27:45); when the Savior breathes His last, the veil of the sanctuary is torn in two, the earth quakes and the rocks are split (cf. Mt 27:51). The Lord's death is not a defeat but a saving sacrifice of love for all humanity. On the Cross, Jesus gave Himself completely. He completed the mission of salvation, opening the way of reconciliation between humanity and God. From the Cross, love and mercy are poured out upon the whole world. The Lord's death is a sign of hope, for His love is stronger than death.

Pause for a moment

Standing at the foot of the Cross, we are invited to be silent and contemplate the love of God. The Lord gave His life for us. This reminds us to live with gratitude and to grow better each day, responding to His love with a life of love, sincerity and faithfulness.