Easter
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Pope Francis’ Easter blessing: May Christ dispel the darkness of our suffering humanity
In his Easter blessing, Pope Francis called on humanity to unite in solidarity and look to the risen Christ for... Read more
Andrea Bocelli will livestream Easter concert from Milan cathedral
Famed Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli will livestream on Easter Sunday a solo concert from the Santa Maria Nascente cathedral... Read more
Beauty, drama and pinpoint silence: Easter Triduum memories from Rome
As Christians reflect on the reality of the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ during these three momentous days,... Read more
Cardinal Pell’s Easter message: ‘We can redeem our suffering by joining it to His’
Cardinal George Pell said Friday that suffering can be offered to God for good, and that Christians see Christ in... Read more
Not sure about 'Triduum at Home'? Here are some CNA Holy Week suggestions
For many Catholics, this will be the first time the days of Holy Week are spent at home. If you’re... Read more
Kansas limits Easter church services to 10 people or less
The state of Kansas is limiting religious services to no more than ten people for Easter as part of measures... Read more
Pope Francis will offer Easter liturgies in St. Peter's Basilica and with no public
Pope Francis will follow a slightly modified schedule this year for the liturgies of Holy Week and Easter, which will... Read more
Amid coronavirus pandemic, pope's Easter liturgies closed to public
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis’ liturgies for Holy Week and Easter, which usually include the presence of thousands... Read more
New safety measures in place after Sri Lanka bombings
One week after the Sri Lanka Easter bombings, authorities continue to seek those responsible for the violence, while enacting new... Read more
Quasimodo Sunday: How the Hunchback got his name
As fire ravaged the roof of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris earlier this month, one artist from Ecuador used her... Read more
Catholic church vandalized in Northern Ireland
A Catholic church in Northern Ireland was desecrated with paint in the early hours of Easter Sunday morning, receiving disapproval... Read more
Pope Francis: The resurrection is the most shocking event in human history
Pope Francis said Monday that the resurrection of Christ is the most shocking event in human history. Read more
Sri Lanka Easter attacks draw international condemnation, prayer for victims
Religious and civil leaders have responded with condolences, prayer, and calls for justice after several explosions at churches and hotels... Read more
Easter brings a 'new world,' Pope Francis says in Urbi et Orbi
Christ’s resurrection ushers in a new world – one of peace, love, and fraternity, Pope Francis said on Easter Sunday,... Read more
Commentary: What he's done for us at Easter
Easter tells us that we become saints through the work that he, and his grace, do in us, and through... Read more
Pope Francis: We should leave every Mass better than we entered
On Wednesday Pope Francis said the Eucharist is key to living an authentic Christian witness, and that those who leave... Read more
Founder of 40 Days for Life enters Catholic Church on Easter
David Bereit, the founder of 40 Days for Life, entered the Catholic Church on Easter, giving thanks for the inspiration... Read more
Celebrate Christ's resurrection with community, Pope says Easter Monday
On Easter Monday, Pope Francis encouraged Christians to celebrate Easter with their community of family and friends, taking time to... Read more
Death doesn't have the final word, Pope Francis says on Easter
During his Urbi et Orbi Easter blessing, Pope Francis said Jesus' death and resurrection provide hope to a world marred... Read more
On Easter, Pope asks: How will you respond to the resurrection?
On Easter morning Pope Francis said God's announcement to his people always comes as a surprise, like the shock of... Read more
