For the second year in succession, Easter weekend will be very different to that usually celebrated at the Vatican. Rather than thousands of faithful in the audience, it will be reduced numbers, social distancing and masks. As Chris Livesay reports, diminishing donations and closures at ...
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Matthew's.The Benemerenti Medal, issued by the Vatican, recognized Mr. Stehle's supervision of the music for the pope's liturgy at Nationals Park last April.The pews filled quickly before the service began Sunday, and hundreds of worshippers had to stand in the aisles, against the walls,...
A holiday in Rome at Easter promises so much to see and do, like our walking tour to unearth the secrets of the Colosseum and small group walking tour of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel. The other very popular Italian destination at Easter for Italians and international travelers alike is Flor...
Pro Tip:Don’t forget to make restaurant reservations—they’re a must! This is a busy day for wait staff so go in expecting a bit slower than normal service. Order in phases, drink plenty of wine, and just enjoy the experience. ...
During Mass, Francis was shielded from pelting rain by a canopy erected outside St. Peter's Basilica, while prelates carried umbrellas in the yellow and white colors of the Vatican. The downpour petered out to a drizzle, and by the end of the ceremony, the rain had stopped. Francis, wea...
The information below sets out everything you need to know about Easter in Rome during normal years, but of course, this year some things are a little bit different! The main celebrations will also be broadcast on the Vatican's official YouTube channel online, including:...
At the Vatican, the Pope celebrates Easter with a special mass attended by thousands of devotees all over the world who gather at St. Peter’s Square. At the start of the service, the basilica lights aren’t fully turned on to signify the tomb of Christ before his actual resurrection. ...
Biden devoutly attends Mass and considers his Catholic upbringing to be a core part of his morality and identity. In 2021, he met with Pope Francis at the Vatican and afterward told reporters that the pontiff said he was a “good Catholic” who should keep receiving Communion. ...