Friday, March 20, 2026
The Sixth Station of the Cross
Veronica Wipes the Face of Jesus
The word compassion comes from Latin, literally meaning to “suffer with.”
In this scene, that is exactly what Veronica does – she suffers with Jesus. But Veronica is suffering too. In return, Jesus, even on His way to Calvary, suffers alongside her as she mourns.
In this season of Lent, we’re called to remember how great and terrible Jesus’ suffering for our sake truly was. And to accompany Him in it like Veronica.
Is someone in your life suffering? How are you suffering with them?
Are you suffering in some way? What are you doing to allow others to suffer with you?