What’s the Deal With Holy Week? 9 Things to Know and Share
WEBMar 22, 2024 · Jimmy Akin Commentaries March 22, 2024. Holy Week is tremendously important in the Christian year. What is it? Where did it come from? And what happens in it? Here are 9 things to know and...
What is Palm Sunday and how is it celebrated worldwide? | AP News
WEBMar 23, 2024 · Also known as Passion Sunday, it marks the start of Holy Week. The most sacred week of the Christian year includes the Good Friday re-enactment of Jesus’ crucifixion story and death, and their belief in his resurrection on Easter. Here is a quick look at Palm Sunday’s significance. IS THERE A DONKEY IN THIS STORY? Yes.
Here’s what Pope Francis has planned for Holy Week
WEBMar 27, 2024 · (CNS photo/Lola Gomez) As Catholics around the world observe Holy Week, the hosts of “Inside the Vatican,” Colleen Dulle and Gerard O’Connell, take a look at Pope Francis’ Holy Week plans....
Holy Week in the Holy Land: Forgiveness is the only way to peace
WEBMar 25, 2024 · Jerusalem. war. Holy Week in the Holy Land: Forgiveness is the only way to peace. As Christians enter the holiest part of the year, the Auxiliary Bishop of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem talks to Vatican News about the Easter celebrations in the Holy Land, amidst ongoing violence and conflict, and calls for …
Pope recalls importance of Holy Week in leaving lasting ... - Vatican News
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Pope skips homily at start of busy Holy Week during Palm ... - NBC News
WEBMar 24, 2024 · By The Associated Press. ROME — Pope Francis decided at the last minute to skip his homily during Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square, avoiding a strenuous speech at the start of a busy Holy...
Why Every Day This Week Is Holy | Christianity Today
WEBMar 21, 2024 · Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week, the days leading up to Jesus’ betrayal, death, and resurrection. It is a period from the ancient church calendar when Christians look forward to the...
Pope Francis’ advice for Holy Week: Look to ... - Catholic News Agency
WEBVatican City, Apr 5, 2023 / 09:53 am. Pope Francis has offered advice for how to have a fruitful Holy Week, urging people to focus on the essentials and look to the cross as the source of hope.
Easter and Holy Week - The New York Times
WEBBy Esau McCaulley. Amid Health Concerns, Pope Delivers Strong Easter Message Calling for Gaza Cease-Fire. Pope Francis’ decisions to reduce his participation in two major …
AP PHOTOS: Joyous Holy Week celebrations around the world
WEBApr 9, 2023 · Holy Week commemorates the last week of the earthly life of Jesus Christ culminating in his crucifixion on Good Friday and his resurrection on Easter Sunday. (AP Photo/Ivan Valencia)
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