The church’s Stations of the Cross were conserved in 2003-2004 by Andre and Barbara Bossak. Subsequently, new lighting has enhanced their visibility and beauty. The Parish has been provided both with significant documentation for the conservation process and study sketches for the original paintings. The images were made by Pietro Rudolfi and his son, Tito, in Rome and delivered to the newly built church in San Francisco (1914).
Stations of the Cross came into popular practice in the 17th century. Specific elements are required for official recognition of Stations of the Cross by the Catholic Church, including a numbered wooden cross for each and validation by an authorized Franciscan. St Ignatius Church’s Stations fulfilled those expectations in 1939.