Fourth Station - Jesus meets His afflicted Mother

Celebrant: We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You. 

People: Because by Your holy Cross and Resurrection, You have redeemed the world. 

Celebrant: Behold, this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be contradicted so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed. And you yourself a sword will pierce (Luke 2:34-35). 

Jesus: (Celebrant) Although all the works that come into being by My will are exposed to great sufferings, consider whether any of them has been subject to greater difficulties than that work which is directly Mine — the work of Redemption. You should not worry too much about adversities. (1643). 

S. Faustina: (People) I saw the Blessed Virgin, unspeakably beautiful. She held me close to herself and said to me, I am Mother to you all, thanks to the unfathomable mercy of God. Most pleasing to me is that soul which faithfully carries out the will of God. Be courageous. Do not fear apparent obstacles, but fix your gaze upon the Passion of my Son, and in this way you will be victorious (449). 

All: Mary, Mother of Mercy, be near me always, especially in suffering as you were on your Son’s way of the cross. 

Celebrant: You, who suffered wounds for us, 

People: Christ Jesus, have mercy on us. 

Sung Verse: Can the human heart refrain From partaking in her pain In that Mother’s pain untold?