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Pope Francis’ Easter ‘Urbi Et Orbi’: Calls for Peace, Says Christ’s Resurrection Represents ‘Basis of Our Hope’
20 Apr 2025 14:01 GMT
… on Saturday regarding international relations, religious freedom, and humanitarian concerns.
… Francis reminded the faithful that Christ’s resurrection represents “the … Catholics and Orthodox Christians following the Julian calendar.
After the blessing, Pope …
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WATCH: Bishop Koenig leads Easter Vigil Mass in the Holy Night at Cathedral of St. Peter in downtown Wilmington — Photo gallery
20 Apr 2025 16:20 GMT
… the courtyard where the bishop instructed the assembled about … church, the Paschal Candle was lifted high and the Light of Christ … was sung.
The Bishop lighted his … were received into the Catholic church. Receiving confirmation were Anthony …
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Full text of Pope Francis’ blessing ‘urbi et orbi’ for Easter 2025
20 Apr 2025 16:52 GMT
… full text of the pope’s message:
Christ is risen, alleluia! … Easter is being celebrated by Catholics and Orthodox on the … no peace without freedom of religion, freedom of thought, freedom … was consecrated an auxiliary bishop of the Buenos Aires archdiocese …
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How a stolen rosary led one young woman to the Catholic Church
20 Apr 2025 16:52 GMT
… Ravid introduced her to a Catholic priest, Father Francis, who became … the Bible. They knew I wanted to change my religion. I … she was holding the child Jesus,” Hadidza said.
“I approached … his graduate-level education in Church communications at the Roman …
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NBC 5 In Depth: A conversation with the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington
20 Apr 2025 15:03 GMT
… THE THOUGHTS OF A LOCAL RELIGIOUS LEADER. WE HAD THE CHANCE … OF THE OILS THAT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH USES IN SACRAMENTAL CELEBRATIONS. AND … PAST, I’VE BEEN A PRIEST FOR 35 PLUS YEARS. IT … WAS IN ROME FOR A BISHOP BABY BISHOP SCHOOL, THEY CALL IT …
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In pictures: How Easter is being celebrated around world from services in church ruins to horseback processions
20 Apr 2025 13:53 GMT
… home of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis was seen … St George Melkite Catholic Church in Dardghaya, southern … religious ritual announces the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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Pope … Priest Serhii Zezul blesses Easter baskets in front of a church …
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Donald Trump Vows to Make America 'More Religious' Than Ever Before
20 Apr 2025 16:27 GMT
… voters (65 percent), Hispanic Catholics (65 percent), agnostics (78 … What Does Separation of Church and State Mean?
The … pushed for incorporating the Bible into public school curriculum … Jesus Christ. God bless them!"
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Issues of religious …
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Pope calls for peace, warns against ‘logic of fear’ in Easter message ‘urbi et orbi’
20 Apr 2025 16:52 GMT
… regarding international relations, religious freedom, and humanitarian concerns … reminded the faithful that Christ’s resurrection represents “ … the same day by Catholics and Orthodox Christians … After the blessing, Pope Francis greeted jubilant pilgrims …
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Vigils bring Easter firsts for new WMass Catholics
20 Apr 2025 13:52 GMT
… Jesus is,” she said.
The converts come from a range of religions … the trial and crucifixion of Christ, mourn His death and … time when she believes the Catholic church is constantly under fire.
… about the downfall of the Catholic Church. It’s bashed everywhere. …
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Pope returns to give Easter blessing at the Vatican
20 Apr 2025 16:05 GMT
… life-threatening illness.
The Pope thrilled the crowd which … converted to Catholicism six years ago, that Christ’s parable … s interpretation of Catholic doctrine to justify charity towards family and … no peace without freedom of religion, freedom of thought, …