Tag: Photos
IN PHOTOS: Thai Catholics mark 40th anniversary of Pope St. John...
The event featured a performance that melded Likay, a traditional Thai folk theatre form, with classical piano music.
Photos: Palestinians in Gaza observe Eid al-Fitr amid onslaught by Israel
This year's observance is marred by severe shortages due to a blockade restricting food deliveries and water supplies, alongside deadly air raids
Photos: Filipino Muslims mark the end of Ramadan
Celebrations vary widely across different Muslim communities but are united in the themes of generosity, community spirit, and gratitude
Beyond tradition: Sacred commitment of Palo Penitentes during Holy Week
Penitentes continue to be a part of Palo’s religious heritage, culture, and traditions, with a legacy that promises to endure for generations
Photos: Holy Week in Japan
This year, close to 100,000 Catholics in the Archdiocese of Tokyo are observing the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Photos: Easter Vigil in Manila
Esteemed as the liturgical year's most critical worship service and Mass, the Easter Vigil reintroduces the "Alleluia" exclamation
Photos: Crucifixions and whippings in the Philippines on Good Friday
As spectators filmed on their mobile phones, three-inch nails were driven into their palms, and then the crosses hoisted upright
Photos: The Lord’s Supper and Washing of the Feet
The foot-washing rite reminds Christians of the importance of humility, service to one another, and unconditional love
Photos: Chrism Mass in Manila
Typically held on Maundy Thursday or another day within Holy Week, this service involves the blessing or consecration of the sacred oils
PHOTOS: A timeline of Pope Francis’ 11 years as pope
March 13 marks the anniversary of the election of Pope Francis as the 266th successor of St. Peter