Event Overview
The Procession of the Passion of Jesus, also known as the Novena of the Passion of Jesus, is a Catholic devotion to Jesus Christ held approximately fifty days before Easter. In Macau, it is commonly referred to as the Saint Image Procession or the Procession of the Passion. This solemn two-day event features the venerated image of Christ carrying the cross.
Schedule & Route
- Day 1 (March 8): At 7:00 PM, the procession begins. The statue of the Passion of Jesus is carried solemnly from St. Augustine's Church to the Cathedral, where it remains overnight for prayers and vigil.
- Day 2 (March 9): At 4:00 PM, clergy carry the statue from the Cathedral back to St. Augustine's Church. The return route passes by St. Dominic's Church (Rosary Church), Nam Van, and Sai Van.
The procession follows the Stations of the Cross, with seven stations along the route where commemorative rituals are performed.
Event Highlights
- A deeply significant religious ceremony for the local Catholic community.
- The procession is accompanied by clergy in magenta robes, faithful followers, and attracts many curious onlookers and tourists.
- A unique cultural and spiritual spectacle in Macau's historic streets.
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