Before Every Station
We adore Thee, O Christ, and praise Thee: Because by Thy holy cross Thou hast redeemed the world.
After Every Station
Lord Jesus, crucified: Have mercy on us.
First Station
JESUS IS CONDEMNED TO DEATH
Jesus, most innocent, who neither did nor could commit sin, was condemned to death, and, moreover, to the ignominious death of the cross. To remain a friend of Caesar, Pilate delivered Him to His enemies. A fearful crime — to condemn innocence to death, and to offend God, in order not to displease men.
Prayer
O innocent Jesus, having sinned I am guilty of eternal death, but Thou dost willingly accept the unjust sentence of death, that I might live. For whom, then, shall I henceforth live, if not for Thee, my Lord? Should I desire to please men, I could not be Thy servant. Let me, therefore, rather displease men and all the world than not please Thee, O Jesus.
Our Father, etc. Hail Mary, etc.
