News Release #365

Century old penitential devotion,

The Way of the Cross,

to be led by Bishop John C. Nienstedt

New Ulm, MN - On Good Friday, April 9 at 3:00 p.m. at the Way of the Cross in New Ulm, the Most Rev. John C. Nienstedt, bishop of the Catholic Diocese of New Ulm, will lead a public prayer and meditation on the fourteen Stations of the Cross walking along the pathway marked by lifelike images portrayed in statuary that retell the story of Christ’s trial, crucifixion, and death. For those unable to attend at 3:00 p.m., the local Knights of Columbus will hold prayer services that day with Stations prayed at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. Prayer books will be provided and people of all faiths are invited.

The Way of the Cross is a shrine of the Diocese of New Ulm located on 5 th North Street, directly above the New Ulm Medical Center . The fourteen stations, grotto, and Lady of Sorrows Chapel were created by the Sisters of the Order of the Poor Hand Maids of Jesus Christ. The seasonal maintenance of the shrine and fundraising for any restoration efforts is a joint project of the local Knights of Columbus Council 1076, a fraternal insurance organization, and the diocesan Way of the Cross Committee. Restoration of the shrine has been dependent on voluntary contribution from individuals and organizations from across the state of Minnesota and beyond.

For further information, please contact the Diocesan Pastoral Center, (507) 359-2966.