On Holy Thursday, the doors of the Cenacle in Jerusalem were opened to welcome the Franciscans of the Custody of... Read more
Pope Francis encouraged the priests to turn their gaze upon the crucified Lord and weep over their sins in repentance,... Read more
The “Tantum Ergo” is the last two verses of a Latin hymn written by St. Thomas Aquinas. Read more
At the end of Lent, right before Easter, the Catholic Church observes the “sacred triduum.” What is it? Read more
The schedule includes five papal liturgies, Stations of the Cross at the Colosseum, and other traditions to mark the most... Read more
Pope Francis has offered advice for how to have a fruitful Holy Week, urging people to focus on the essentials... Read more
Holy Week and Easter is one of the busiest liturgical periods at the Vatican. Read more
As Christians reflect on the reality of the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ during these three momentous days,... Read more
For many Catholics, this will be the first time the days of Holy Week are spent at home. If you’re... Read more
Pope Francis will follow a slightly modified schedule this year for the liturgies of Holy Week and Easter, which will... Read more
Christians in Syria have suffered greatly in recent years. Between the Syrian civil war and ISIS occupation, many have lost... Read more
Papal preacher Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa dedicated his Good Friday homily to young people, comparing them to the apostle John and... Read more
As the Catholic Church prepares to receive thousands of Catholic converts this Easter, Sacred Heart Cathedral in Gallup, N.M., is... Read more
The Easter Triduum is the most important time of year for Christians, Pope Francis said Wednesday, and stressed that those... Read more
As Catholics around the world are buying Easter candy and dyeing boiled eggs, two priests have offered suggestions for getting... Read more
Even as sinful people in a society filled with violence and increasing secularism, we have hope because Christ's cross perdures,... Read more