Pilgrimage and The Stations Of The Cross Flashcards
What is a pilgrimage
A pilgrimage is a journey that has a spiritual purpose, where the destination may be a sacred religious place
Catholic believe that life is a
Pilgrimage
Catholics believe that life is a pilgrimage towards
Heaven
Life is a
Journey towards God
Catholics will complete the journey and meet
God when they die
A Catholics actions should reflect the idea of
Making progress on the journey towards God
Everything a Catholic does should contribute to the purpose
Of getting closer to God
The Stations of the cross remind Catholics
Of the events that happened during this journey
The Stations of the Cross are a series of
14 images
The Stations of the Cross can be found
In every Catholic Church
A Catholic can walk between the Stations and
Saw a prayer at each one
Saying prayers between stations is a form of
Dramatised prayer
What is dramatised prayer
Help a person to feel more involved in the meaning of the prayer
Moving between the stations is a way to
Accompany Jesus on his last journey.
Share in Jesus’ suffering as a sign of gratitude and thanks.
Help a person stay focused on their prayers
