27th October

6th 13th 20th 27th Wednesday's Word

If you wish to (lead) a small meditation (with others)  on the Passion, keep the book in hand and do not expand from the reading except for some affection, an act of sorrow, a good resolution, an act of virtue, etc., in accord with the status of those meditating, etc. Encourage them with brief words to take up this holy exercise in the Presence of God and, above all, to attend to the duties of their state of life! Do this only on feast days and when the ceremonies in the church are over.

(St. Paul of the Cross letter 118)