In this meditative reading, Simon of Cyrene describes being asked to 'carry this cross', while a follow-on reflection invites us to ask whether we are prepared to carry our own cross - and reminds us of the help available for that task.
A version of the Passion (sections of Matthew 26.36 – Matthew 27.54) as told by Peter, Judas, Pilate, a Roman Soldier, Simon of Cyrene, a Chief Priest and with Jesus as a silent character in the action except for his final line.