Overview
- The 49th annual Via Crucis in Pilsen drew hundreds for a street procession reenacting the 14 Stations of the Cross.
- The route moved along West 18th Street and ended with a closing prayer at Saint Pius Church.
- Scenes portrayed Jesus’ final days, including the Last Supper and a crucifixion reenactment.
- Organizers said a DePaul University student played Jesus to bring more young people into parish life.
- Coordinators described a hush over the crowd linked to recent ICE activity, which some participants viewed as a call to show strength and support.