Definitions for "Stations of the Cross"
a representation of the 14 stages in Christ's journey to Calvary
(Roman Catholic Church) a devotion consisting of 14 prayers before the 14 stations of the cross (referring to Jesus' suffering and crucifixion)
The Stations of the Cross are one of the aids to prayer in a church, they show the journey of Jesus on his way to his crucifixion. There are 14 Stations which are usually placed around the walls of the church so that people praying the stations can walk around and make a journey as did Jesus on his way to Calvary.