Author Topic: Stations of the Cross (Read 542 times)

Marlelar · « **on:** January 12, 2014, 08:40:01 PM »

Does anyone know of a source for small outdoor stations suitable for home use?

Marsha

Sigismund · « **Reply #1 on:** January 12, 2014, 09:47:06 PM »

Isn't the only thing absolutely necessary the actual crosses themselves? You could just erect 14 crosses in your back yard if so.

Miseremini · « **Reply #2 on:** January 12, 2014, 10:15:04 PM »

Stations of the Cross have to be canonically erected. If you wish to gain the indulgences you need a specially blessed crucifix for that specific purpose BUT you can only get the indulgences if you are lawfullly prohibited from making the stations at a church (where they have been canonically errected), if you are sick, in prison or in a plane or boat etc.

Marlelar · « **Reply #3 on:** January 12, 2014, 10:25:28 PM »

So would it be considered improper to have them just for a private devotion, not making them for the indulgence?

I'm trying to think of ways to make my garden more "visually" meditative. If the Stations are not appropriate any other ideas?

I'll take the idea for a prayer garden over to the catholic living sub forum.

Marsha

Miseremini · « **Reply #4 on:** January 12, 2014, 10:33:23 PM »

Hi Marsha, you might want to ask a traditional priest about erecting them anywhere at home. I know the NO people think they can erect anything they want where ever they want but that just isn't very reverent.
A beautiful, meditation garden would be lovely; a couple of outdoor statues with flowers planted would be very calming and serene. This is what convent gardens are like. A wonderful place to meditate, pray the rosary etc and when tending the gardens I think you would feel like you're not alone

Tiffany · « **Reply #5 on:** January 13, 2014, 12:55:06 AM »

https://www.chcweb.com/catalog/StationsofCrossPrints/product_info.html