The Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church provided not just warmth, but a setting for quiet reflection before beginning
A crowd assembles at the steps of First United Methodist Church.
The cross waits quietly for its role
Media reporters document the event, helping to share the Good News to others
Many assume the role of crossing guard to ensure safety and adherence to rules. Others will monitor the PA system and the Cross
Station One: Jesus prays in the
Garden of Olives
Station Two: Jesus is denied by Peter
Station Two: Jesus is denied by Peter
The Cross looms above the Scripture readings
A quiet procession to the next station of the Cross
The pedestrian sign watches the solemn walk
The Cross and the witnesses wait at the traffic lights
In the "Cross Walk"
The eternal message of the Cross bears witness downtown, the image of modern society
Marching in marble columns, you are reminded of Jesus walking to see Pilate
Walking east along Grand Avenue
We pause by the Connection Cafe - across from the Marriott, and are nourished by the Word of God
Station Three: Jesus is Condemned
to Death by the Sanhedrin
Statin Four: Jesus is denied by Peter
Statin Four: Jesus is denied by Peter
The Cross serves as a constant reminder of Christ's presence
The procession moves on to the Catholic Pastoral Center
Station Five: Jesus is judged by
Pilate
Station Six: Jesus is flogged and crowned with thorns
Station Six: Jesus is flogged and crowned with thorns
The Cross reminds us of the events on Good Friday
We hear a message in both English and Spanish advocating compassion for immigrants
Another follower takes the Cross
Leading the way to the next station
Carrying the Cross through Downtown Des Moines
The Cross prepares to cross Grand Avenue
The Cross stands vigil by Elsie Mason Manor
Station Seven: Jesus carries his
Cross
Station Eight: Jesus is helped by Simon of Cyrene
Station Eight: Jesus is helped by Simon of Cyrene
Nollen Plaza:
Station Nine: Jesus encounters the
woman of Jerusalem
Station Ten: Jesus is Crucified
Station Ten: Jesus is Crucified
The image of the Cross reflects in the windows of Capitol Square
The "hiking" sign seems appropriate today
The Cross passes a "two direction" sign - which direction will you choose?
