Highland Park church takes different approach to Stations of the Cross

From The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette-

For Christians, Easter celebrates the symbolic meeting of heaven and Earth. And this year, as Good Friday coincides with Earth Day, the connection is all the more divine.

The Open Door church in Highland Park is celebrating the holiday crossover with "The Earth Groans," a Stations of the Cross exhibit that features pieces made from recycled or re-purposed materials.

Held at the Union Project in Highland Park, the display calls the faithful to reflect not only on their relationships with Christ but also on sustainability efforts to ensure a healthier planet.

"As Christians, it's important for us to be good stewards of the Earth ... that God gave us to be caretakers over," said B.J. Woodworth, pastor of the Open Door. "It's just a natural outgrowth of our faith."

"The Earth Groans" includes 14 pieces that chronicle Jesus' final hours, from his condemnation under Pontius Pilate through his death on the cross.

Unlike traditional Stations of the Cross -- where like images of Jesus' journey are displayed chronologically on a wall -- the exhibit offers 14 unique works that extend beyond the wall for new interpretations of the Passion.

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