This Spiritual Waimai is a part of a series entitled, “The Way of the Cross: The road to Resurrection” where we retrace the steps of Jesus Christ from Gethsemane to Golgotha. 

For centuries, Christian pilgrims from around the world have traveled to Jerusalem to walk the “Via Dolorosa” or the Way of the Cross. It is the journey Jesus took from Gethsemane through the streets of Old Jerusalem to the place where it is believed that Jesus was crucified. For the faithful who are not able to make the physical trip to Jerusalem, some churches around the world have recreated the Way of the Cross in their sanctuaries with a guided meditation of scripture and traditionally accompanied by art depicting the scenes from the Bible. 

We continue our journey through Stations 5-9 of the Way of the Cross following Jesus from His conviction by Pilate to the ruthless soldiers then through the streets of Jerusalem. As we together read the scriptures and view the vivid artwork of French painter James Tissot, may our hearts draw closer to our Savior.