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Veronica wipes the face of Jesus. We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you. Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world. Scripture: There was in him no stately bearing to make us look at him, nor appearance that would attract us to him. He was spurned and avoided by people, a person of suffering, accustomed to infirmity, one of those from whom people hide their faces, spurned, and we held him in no esteem. (Is. 53: 2-3) Reflection: Catholic tradition records the efforts of a brave woman, Veronica, who steps out of the crowd to bring comfort to Jesus. Wiping the face of Jesus does not ease his physical pain. But this loving gesture helps heal the wounds of ridicule, rejection and condemnation heaped upon the Son of God. It reminds Jesus that there are many people who love him and believe in his message, though presently their voices are silenced. Prayer: Jesus, your face was battered, bruised and spat upon by the Roman soldiers. It took a lot of courage and compassion for Veronica to wipe your brow. Each of us wonders if we could have done the same. Yet every day there are friends and strangers who would welcome a sympathetic smile, a kind word, an embrace, or a helping hand. These acts of kindness do not take a lot of courage. Show us how to take time for hurting people, realizing that as often as we do it for one of these least sisters and brothers, we do it for you.
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