Brotherhood of Santa Caridad Announces ‘Via Caritatis’ Penance Station for 2026

The Antigua, Illustrious and Royal Brotherhood of Santa Caridad has announced the theme and details for its 2026 Station of Penance, titled “Via Caritatis” (The Way of Charity). The announcement centers on a devotional image of the Holy Christ of Mercy and Solitude of the Poor, emphasizing compassion and faith.

A Path of Penance and Service

The Brotherhood’s poster features a close-up of the Holy Christ, highlighting “the compassionate gaze of Christ and the call to live faith from closeness to those who suffer the most.” “Via Caritatis” is presented not merely as a motto, but as a guiding principle for the Brotherhood’s public presence, emphasizing humility and a focus on essential values.

Event Details: Holy Tuesday, March 31, 2026

The Station of Penance will take place on Holy Tuesday, March 31, 2026, beginning at the Parish of Saints Justa and Rufina. The Brotherhood describes the event as a “modest” and “serene” procession, encouraging contemplation and respectful observation.

Focus on the Incarcerated

For the second consecutive year, the Penitentiary Pastoral will have a significant presence at the Penitence Station. This participation underscores the “meaning of ‘Via Caritatis’” and the Brotherhood’s commitment to “a concrete charity, which also becomes accompaniment and closeness to those who live the reality of the prison and its surroundings.”

The Brotherhood invites both members and the wider community to participate in and reflect upon the Station of Penance, viewing it as a truthful representation of “the mercy of Christ and the loneliness of the poor.” As stated in their announcement, these are not simply themes, but “a call.”

FAQ

• What is ‘Via Caritatis’? It is the theme of the 2026 Station of Penance, meaning “The Way of Charity,” and represents a path of penance, prayer, and service.
• When will the Station of Penance take place? On Holy Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
• Where does the procession begin? At the Parish of Saints Justa and Rufina.
• Who is involved in the Penitentiary Pastoral’s participation? The Brotherhood has confirmed a great presence from the Penitentiary Pastoral.

The Antigua, Illustrious and Royal Brotherhood of Santa Caridad’s “Via Caritatis” promises a deeply meaningful and reflective experience for all who participate or observe.