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Easter Sunday - Sunday, April 5th

Sunday, April 5, 2026 | The Resurrection of the Lord |  John 20:1–9 (or Matthew 28:1–10) Friends, our Easter Gospel contains St. John’s magnificent account of the resurrection. There are three key lessons that follow from...

At Easter Vigil, Pope Leo XIV calls for peace to 'grow and flourish' throughout the world

The ancient vigil "stretches across the centuries as a path of reconciliation and grace," the pope said at the Vatican.

Pope: Easter drives out hatred and brings down the mighty

At the Easter Vigil Mass in the Vatican, Pope Leo says that “God responds to the hardness of sin – which divides and kills – with the power of love, which unites and restores life”.

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Government of Cuba announces release of more than 2,000 prisoners for Easter

The government said it was making the release "in the context of the religious celebrations of Holy Week."

Archbishop Broglio: War should always be 'a last resort'

The archbishop for the Military Services, USA said it was "hard" to see how the ongoing war with Iran could be justified.

Diocese of Sokoto, Nigeria, dismisses claims of attack on cathedral

In response to false reports of an attack on the Bishop’s residence, cathedral, and pastoral center, the Diocese of Sokoto issues an official disclaimer denying the claims.

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Protests, criticism from Church leaders force Indian government to delay bill on foreign donations

The government’s backing-off from the amendment to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act was promptly welcomed by the Catholic Bishops Conference of India.

Archbishop shares 10 characteristics of his thriving seminary

Archbishop Francisco Cerro of Toledo, Spain, shared in a letter 10 qualities he considers to be the reason why the diocesan seminary is blessed with vocations.

Lord's Day Reflection: 'Inflamed by What is Missing’

As the Church celebrates Easter Sunday, Fr. Marion Nguyen, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “Inflamed by What is Missing.”

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Myanmar: Easter Vigil celebrated for the first time in 3 years in Loikaw

After years of military occupation, the Christ the King Cathedral in Loikaw, Myanmar, has been returned to the faithful and priests, who can now celebrate the Easter Vigil together—a symbol of hope in a country plagued by a protracted conflict.

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