Good Friday

We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you, because by your holy cross You have redeemed the world.

"It is accomplished; and bowing His head He gave up His spirit." [John 19, 26-30]

As Jesus hung on the cross, he forgave the soldiers who had crucified him, and prayed for his mother and friends. Jesus wanted all of us to be able to live forever with God, so he gave all he had for us. Jesus, let me take a few moments now to consider your love for me. Help me thank you for your willingness to go to your death for me. Help me express my love for you! (from Catholic.org)

Lord, by shedding his blood for for us, your Son, Jesus Christ, established the paschal mystery. In your goodness, make us holy and watch over us always. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.