In an atmosphere of devotion, the annual Catholic Way of the Cross procession. This solemn event, which has been celebrated for almost three decades, began on Holy Friday, at 10:00 a.m., from the Basilica of St. James's Cathedral in downtown Brooklyn and concluded at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine, at the World Trade Center, in Manhattan.
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The tradition retraces the path of Jesus to Calvary and serves as a powerful symbol of unity among Christian communities.
Led this year by His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, His Excellency Bishop Robert Brennan, and His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the procession moved across the Brooklyn Bridge, pausing at key locations such as City Hall Park for prayers and meditative reflections.
Participants crossed the Brooklyn Bridge, stopping for prayer and reflection at important points such as City Hall Park.
This meeting was a symbol of peace, faith and solidarity, strengthening the bonds between communities at a time when unity is needed more than ever.
The pilgrimage concluded at the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine, at the World Trade Center and The Cross was carried by a member of the community of Agios Nikolaos (St. Nicholas) and placed outside the Holy Church for the rest of the day.
