Key Events
Which event begins the Stations of the Cross and is the first traditional station?
Jesus is condemned to death
Who ordered Jesus to be sentenced to death?
Pontius Pilot
What does "condemned to death" mean in the study guide?
Pilate gives the order
"Ordered by Pontius Pilate" — which station is this?
Jesus is condemned to death
During which season do Catholics often pray the Stations of the Cross, especially on Fridays?
Lent
How many traditional stations are there that we remember?
14
Which man was forced to help Jesus carry the cross?
Simon of Cyrene
What is another name for Calvary given in the guide?
Golgotha
"He collapses under the heavy cross" — which station matches this?
Jesus falls the first time
What is the main purpose of praying the Stations of the Cross according to the study guide?
To remember the suffering and death of Jesus, reflect, pray, and grow closer to Him
Name one other term used for the path Jesus walked that is listed in the study guide.
Way of the Cross, way of suffering, or way of sorrow
Who wiped the face of Jesus, according to the study guide tradition?
Veronica
What does the phrase "Falls first time" mean in the guide?
Jesus collapses under the heavy cross
"Mary sees Jesus suffering" — which station is described here?
Jesus meets His mother
Name one reason the Stations help Catholics when they pray them.
To remember Jesus' journey, reflect on His suffering, or grow closer to Jesus
At which station does Jesus fall for the first time?
Jesus falls the first time
Which family member meets Jesus on His way and sees His suffering?
Mary
What does "Help carrying cross" mean as a phrase in the study guide?
Simon helps Jesus carry the cross
"A man is forced to help Him" — which station is this?
Simon helps Jesus carry the cross
The path Jesus walked is also called the "way of suffering." What does this title help people remember?
Jesus' pain and sacrifice on the way to crucifixion
Which event marks the end of the Stations and is the final giving of life described in the guide?
Jesus dies on the cross
Name one group described in the guide as "the people who showed kindness to Jesus during his journey."
Simon of Cyrene, Veronica, or others who helped/kind people
What important fact about Jesus happens three days after His death, as listed in the guide?
Jesus rose after 3 days / the Resurrection
"He gives His life for us" — which station is this?
Jesus dies on the cross
How many times did Jesus fall on the way to Calvary, as stated in the guide? What is the significance of remembering the falls?
He fell three times. Remembering the falls helps people recognize His human suffering and perseverance.