SASKATOON, Sask. (CCN) — An annual diocesan Stations of the Cross and candlelight prayer service for all victims and survivors of abuse was held Feb. 20 at the Cathedral of the Holy Family in the Diocese of Saskatoon, led by Bishop Mark Hagemoen and members of the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee.
The Vigil of Prayer for Victims and Survivors of Abuse on the first Friday in Lent again included the Stations of the Cross, with reflections from the perspective of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Prayers for healing, justice, conversion and outreach were part of the traditional Lenten prayer.
A time of Eucharistic adoration followed the Stations of the Cross, with those in attendance invited to bring up candles and offer prayers before the Blessed Sacrament. As well, the bishop was available to pray with anyone who came forward.
Establishing the annual diocesan day of prayer for all victims and survivors of abuse was a recommendation of the Diocesan Safeguarding Committee and the College of Consultors.
