About the Author

Jorge Mario Bergoglio was the archbishop of Buenos Aires from 1998 until his election as pope in 2013. As pope, he has proclaimed a gospel of joy, peace, and care for the poor, while leading reforms within the Vatican and beyond. His spiritual and moral leadership has become widely respected well beyond the confines of the Catholic Church.

Reviews

The Liturgical Press has published this meaningful prayer and, with permission from the Vatican, added short responses after each section, which allows the prayer to be used as a litany if desired. Each page features interesting black-and-white artwork by Deborah Luke. This nice little book can be used by individuals, families, small groups and large gatherings.The Visitor

"Pope Francis has a wonderful ability to pray in words deeply embedded in the theology and imagery of Scripture and at the same time reflective of genuine human experience. That is the case with this booklet, which draws on an extended reflection on the cross the Pope recited at the conclusion of the annual Stations of the Cross celebrated at the Coliseum on Good Friday, March 25, 2016. Beautifully presented with the accompanying sketches of artist Deborah Like, this would be ideal for personal meditation or for use in a parish Lenten service.The Bible Today