4. JESUS MEETS HIS HOLY MOTHER

V.     We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you,
R.    because by your Holy Cross, you have redeemed the world.

V.    Jesus, Judas betrayed you with a kiss.
R.    Have mercy on us.
V.    Jesus, all your disciples abandoned you.
R.    Have mercy on us.
V.    Jesus, you were dragged before the unmerciful high priest.
R.    Have mercy on us.
V.    Jesus, you were falsely accused and brutally beaten.
R.    Have mercy on us.
V.    Mary pondered all these things in her heart.
R.    Help us to meditate on your Word, O Lord.
V.    Console all mothers who are burdened with family problems.
R.    Bless our families with your peace.
A.    Hail Mary ...

A.    Forgive us our sins, O Lord, for you are rich in love and mercy.
V.    Lord Jesus, our crucified Saviour,
R.    have mercy on us, and pardon the Holy Souls in Purgatory.