Nayapali stated, “It was foretold in the Bible that Jesus incarnated in this world to save people from sins”.
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Since Good Friday marks the day on which Jesus Christ was crucified after being betrayed by Judas.
The re-enactment on Friday started in the parking lot across from Our Lady of Angels church.
Worshippers say special prayers at each Station asking God’s intervention in dealing with society’s ills including depression, homelessness, poverty, crime, violence, marital breakups and juvenile delinquency.
Shoes slapped against puddle-filled pavements and droplets pelted umbrellas, but Norma McColeman acknowledged the experience was nothing compared to the distress Jesus Christ went through as he carried a heavy wooden cross while beaten and bruised to his crucifixion.
“This is a good way for the community to remember the significance of Good Friday and bring in the spirit of unity between the different churches”, said Reverend Mario Gaulin, president of the Pembroke and Area Clergy Association.
“It’s so lovely. This is his third year doing it and her first year, so we are really excited”, said Gretchen Diehl of Stroudsburg.
“I wanted to be able to be here and show what I think of God and Jesus Christ”, he said.
Raffaele adds, “Change will come if enough people speak up”.
The Christian community across the globe celebrates Good Friday on March 30th.
Many Good Friday services end with the church bell ringing 33 times for each year of Jesus Christ’s earthly life.
Jesus loved us so much he sacrificed his life to take away all our sins, let’s take a moment to be grateful for his love. Christians believe that Christ rose from the dead three days later, which is celebrated on Easter Sunday.
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Francis of Assisi Church Toronto Good Friday Procession commemorates the death of Jesus Christ according to the Christian religion. These services include the powerful drama, imagery, music, and ritual to help us engage the story of salvation.
