8th Station: The women of Jerusalem mourn for Jesus

Leader: We praise you, O Christ and we bless you.

All: Because by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world

Reader 1
There are many links between the Old Testament and the Christian faith in Ethiopia. One of these is found in the harp or the lyre, which is used at the Ethiopian Orthodox Mass. Many trace the roots of this harp to King David playing and singing the psalms. The harp has ten strings, which tell of the Ten Commandments, given to Moses. The Ethiopians also see the teaching of Christ present in the structure of the harp. Their harp has two arms, which hold the strings in place. These are the two greatest commandments: to love God and love our neighbour. At this Station we recall great sympathy for the sufferings of Christ shown by the women of Jerusalem. Jesus in turn showed his concern for their welfare.

Let us pray

Lord, may we learn what made you cry, and imitate your compassion. May we keep our love of God and love of neighbour united in all that we do.

All: Suffering for us, you set us free, rising you gave us life. You are the Saviour of the world.

SCIAF

Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund

8th Station: The women of Jerusalem mourn for Jesus