Tag: Lent 2023
Pope Francis skips Good Friday procession due to cold weather
Some 20,000 people took part in the ceremony at the Colosseum in Rome, which was dedicated to victims of conflict
Philippines holds bloody crucifixions, whippings on Good Friday
Some go to extreme lengths to atone for sins or seek divine intervention in rituals frowned on by the Church
Photos: Women ‘Roman soldiers’ arrest, crucify Jesus on Philippine island
Participation in the Lenten festival has become a religious vow for residents -- men and women
Holy Thursday Photos: Chrism Mass and renewal of priestly vows in...
During the Chrism Mass, priests gather as a sign of unity with the bishop and brotherhood among the clergy
How to obtain a plenary indulgence during Holy Week 2023
A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Catholic Church through the merits of Jesus Christ, Mary, and all the saints
People’s display of piety, tradition keep Philippines’ Holy Week observance alive
Holy Week observance in the Philippines is a display of piety and popular religiosity anchored in the people’s faith in God
Lost, confused, forgotten? Jesus is with you – Pope Francis
Jesus “experienced abandonment in order not to leave us prey to despair, in order to stay at our side forever,” the pope said
Full text of Pope Francis’ homily for Palm Sunday 2023
Jesus, in his abandonment, asks us to open our eyes and hearts to all who find themselves abandoned
Manila prelate tells faithful to observe Lent with sincerity, pure intention
“This season is a blessed time for us to turn away from hypocrisy and worldly attachments"
Photos: ‘Running Priest’ visits sick, elderly on Ash Wednesday
The priest used to run to bring attention to the issues that he is passionate about, such as human rights and the environment
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