Way of the Cross

This morning we walked the way of the cross, 14 stations from Damascus Gate to the Holy Sepulchre (also known as the Church of the Resurrection, or the Church of the Empty Tomb, depending on whether you are Orthodox or Catholic!). Very moving walking through the nearly empty streets of the Old City remembering the journey Jesus made.

We ended with Eucharist back at the College and not at one of the Churches on the road to Emmaus, as across town there is a very significant funeral happening (and all the roads are closed). Former President Peres is seen by many here as a man of peace, who sought a different path for the people of Israel and Palestine. So on one level an appropriate day to finish the course - the 2000 year old story mixed with contemporary realities.

PS I often refer to 'we' and I've realised that I haven't mentioned the various people on the course. Well there are about 34 of us including English, Canadians, Americans, Australians, and even Kiwis and Fijians. Some of whom I knew so that was a lovely surprise! Anyway below is a photo of the Cathedral of St George, next door to the College and part of the College complex.