The Vatican has published the official calendar of liturgical celebrations planned for Holy Week, but it has not clarified whether Pope Francis will preside. The pontiff was discharged on Sunday ...

Though traditional experiences may not be possible, there are opportunities for faith enrichment from home, says BC School of Theology and Ministry Professor Thomas Groome With churches closed in ...

*The kids are suddenly transported to a cinema. Armed with popcorn, they turn towards a screen. The words PALM SUNDAY appear. We see Jesus on a donkey on the road with crowds throwing palm leaves.

Except for the resurrection on Easter, Holy Thursday is possibly one of the most important, complex, and profound days of celebration in the Catholic Church. Holy Thursday celebrates the ...

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- As Pope Francis continues his convalescence, the Vatican published a full calendar of Holy Week and Easter liturgies with no indication of who would preside or be the main ...

Holy Week is a special time for Christians worldwide. It begins with Palm Sunday and ends with Easter Sunday. This week ...

Holy Week is a religious celebration in which the Church and believers review the mysteries of passion, death and resurrection. Therefore, they are days of reflection and introspection for the ...

Holy Week arrived in Latin America and those that are considered national holidays are, for many , the most anticipated dates of the year. Beyond the celebrations and family time we spend on days ...

Easter will be celebrated on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The date of Easter is determined by the Sunday after the first full moon that follows the Spring Equinox. Lent, a period of fasting and ...