Praise for At the Cross
Anglican Compass is excited to announce our publication of Justin Clemente’s At the Cross: Reflections on the Stations of the Cross, now available on Amazon as a paperback or eBook. In it, Clemente offers reflections on the 14 Biblical Stations of the Cross, helping us encounter and relive God’s love through our Lord Jesus’ journey from Gethsemane to his death for us on Golgotha. As the story unfolds, Clemente draws from a variety of theologians, hymn writers, and artists to enrich our understanding of our Savior’s Passion. Along this pilgrimage, we discover the beauty of the cross and gain a fresh appreciation for all Christ has accomplished.
The book features:
- Encouragement for praise and prayer while meditating on the cross.
- Classic artwork from masters such as Albrecht Dürer and Gustave Doré that powerfully illustrate Christ’s Passion.
- Devotions ideal for both individual or group use in home, church, or retreat settings.
- Insightful questions designed to encourage meditation and study in Lent, Holy Week, and throughout the year.
What They’re Saying about At the Cross
This powerful set of reflections is already earning considerable praise within the Anglican world and beyond:
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Justin Clemente has given a gift to the modern Church to help us recall, revive, and relive the love God has for us in Jesus’ journey to the cross. This is excellent, not just for Holy Week reflections but for year-long study and contemplation on the cross.
The Most Rev. Foley Beach, Archbishop Emeritus, The Anglican Church in North America; Bishop, Anglican Diocese of the South
Justin Clemente has written a rich and thoughtful exposition of the Biblical Stations of the Cross. Drawing on a wide array of theologians, hymn writers, and artists, he offers reflections that draw us deeply into the Passion of the Savior. He concludes each Station with insightful questions to aid us in reflection, praise, and prayer. At the Cross is a valuable resource to enrich our experience as we walk in the steps of Jesus, not only in Holy Week but throughout the year.
The Rt. Rev. John Guernsey, Bishop Emeritus, Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic
Fr. Clemente has written a wonderful book that takes the reader through the Stations of the Cross. His reflections on the Biblical Stations are insightful and imminently practical. As a church planter, he led believers in this devotional observance for years. The flexibility for walking through this devotional fits many different ministry contexts. Readers who take the time to walk along this pilgrim trail will find this book to be a wonderful resource.
The Rt. Rev. Darryl Fitzwater, Bishop Coadjutor, Missionary Diocese of All Saints
At the Cross is the book we all need to deepen our understanding and experience of walking the Stations of the Cross. Oh, how I wish I had had this book during my years as a parish priest! Justin Clemente has filled these pages with rich quotes, deft insights, and wonderfully faithful teaching drawn from the saints and great leaders of church history—all presented with a clarity and warmth that invites both clergy and laypeople alike.
This book, my Bible, and three hours all I would need on Good Friday to spend three hours in prayer, meditation, and adoration.
The Rev. Canon David Roseberry, Executive Director, LeaderWorks; author, 10 Ways to Preach the Church Year
Paul said he preached “Jesus Christ and him crucified” (1 Corinthians 2:2). What better Anglican reflection than on the Stations of the Cross, learning from the Fathers and great Anglican thinkers like C.S. Lewis? This series of reflections is bound to open your eyes wider to the beauty of the cross, our ladder to God.
The Rev. Dr. Gerald McDermott, author, A New History of Redemption: The Work of Jesus the Messiah Through the Millennia
As I have gotten older, I have stood in gratefulness for reading glasses! They have the ability to help my eyes see with magnification and clarity the wonder of the text before me. Friends, I recommend you slip on At the Cross as your glasses. They will help you see with fresh clarity and magnify what our Lord Jesus Christ has done in his passion. I pray for an eruption of thanksgiving as you see Christ in the pages of this book, and may each station become a place of encounter with the slain and risen King.
The Rev. Michael Koppola, Rector, Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, Dillsburg, Pennsylvania
At the Cross is a deeply reflective and biblically grounded meditation on the passion of Christ. Clemente has crafted a work that is Christ-exalting, gospel-saturated, and theologically rich, drawing readers into a deeper contemplation of the atoning work of Jesus. Although I come to the book with some differing Baptist convictions, I greatly appreciate how it magnifies Christ, calls believers to self-examination, and encourages thoughtful meditation on the cross. Justin’s love for Christ and his Word is evident on every page, and I’m grateful for his work in writing it.
Josh McClain, Lead Pastor, Hagerstown Church
Rev. Clemente’s book is a wonderful treatment of one of the Western Church’s greatest traditions. The work is saturated in Scripture, rich theology, deep meditation, and prayer on the life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Through this book, Clemente invites the reader into a deeper meditation and understanding of the crucifixion, the center and crucible of our faith. As he reflects on the Stations of the Cross, Clemente constantly points the reader to a library of other resources for further reflection, making this book an incredibly valuable resource for Christian discipleship.
Joseph Colletti, Content Creator, Host, “Young Anglican” on YouTube; Contributor, The North American Anglican
Few practices draw us into the mystery of Christ’s Passion like the Stations of the Cross. In At the Cross, Justin Clemente not only traces the history of this ancient devotion but also walks us through each station with powerful reflections that help us to meditate on both Christ’s suffering and our own call to follow him.
This beautiful book is an invitation to slow down, to meditate, and to pray. At the Cross is a helpful guide to make this devotion a meaningful part of your Lenten journey. I know it will be a treasured companion in my own home, and I pray it will bless yours as well.
Ashley Tumlin Wallace, author, The Liturgical Home series
Purchase At the Cross in paperback or eBook now, exclusively on Amazon.
Image and book cover designed by Jacob A. Davis using artwork by Albrecht Dürer and Gustave Doré.
A Deeper Devotion at the Cross
Nothing is more essential to the Christian life than what we make of Jesus’ cross. As we grow in Christ, we do not move on to other, higher planes; rather, our perception of the cross deepens. Our fellowship with our crucified Messiah grows more intimate. The cross grows ever more beautiful in our eyes the longer we linger.
Hymn Guide: Lift High the Cross
“Lift High the Cross” is a hymn of missionary encouragement and spiritual victory. It sets forth the paradox of the cross: that an instrument of torture and death has become a symbol of triumph and life.
