The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 161: Sharing Eternal Victory
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Jun 10, 2025 Delve into Caravaggio’s poignant painting 'Ecce Homo' as it portrays Christ's quiet dignity amidst suffering. Explore the importance of examining personal sin and finding hope in the midst of darkness. Engage in heartfelt reflections on Jesus's sacrifice and the promise of forgiveness. Join a communal prayer journey that highlights Mary's crucial role in faith, emphasizing themes of sustenance, protection, and unity. Prepare for a powerful experience of shared spirituality and devotion through the mysteries of the Rosary.
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Power of Psychological Realism
- Caravaggio’s painting uses psychological realism to express raw human emotions and tension in Christ’s crowning with thorns.
- The minimal background directs full attention on Jesus’ emotional weight and dignity amid mockery.
Look at Jesus with Contrition
- Take time to look at Jesus in prayer and respond from your heart honestly.
- Let your immediate feeling be contrition and sorrow for your sins, saying 'Jesus, I’m so sorry.'
Pray Examination of Conscience
- Use this painting as a tool for daily examination of conscience, especially before confession.
- Reflect on your personal sins and behold the consequences of sin represented by Christ’s suffering.