VII – Jesus Falls the Second Time

“Let him put his mouth in the
dust—there may yet be hope.”
Lamentations 3:29

V. We adore You, O Christ, and we bless You. (Genuflect)
R. Because by Your holy Cross You have redeemed the world. (Stand)
V. Suffering under the weight of His Cross, Jesus again falls to the ground; but the cruel executioners do not permit Him to rest a moment. Pushing and striking Him, they urge Him onward. It is the frequent repetition of our sins which oppress Jesus. Witnessing this, how can I continue to sin? (Kneel)
R. Jesus, Son of David, who helps all of those who cry out to You in faith; have mercy on me. Stretch out Your right hand to defend me, that I may not fall back into my sins from the past.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be.
Recite Act of Contrition.
V. Lord Jesus, crucified,
R. Have mercy on us! (Stand)

Pro peccatis suae gentis,
Vidit Jesum in tormentis,
Et flagellis subditum.

Bruised, derided, cursed, defiled,
She beheld her tender child,
All with bloody scourges rent.