France’s Catholic Church will welcome more than 10,384 adult catechumens at Easter this year, marking a 45% increase from 2024 figures, according to data released by the French Bishops’ Conference. The French report reveals the highest numbers ever recorded since the...
In a Decree approved by Pope Francis on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025, the Dicastery for the Clergy has promulgated revised norms governing the discipline of Mass intentions. The updated legislation, which enters into effect on Easter Sunday, April 20, seeks to...
Pope Francis wished a “Happy Palm Sunday and Happy Holy Week” to all those gathered for the Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion celebration in Saint Peter’s Square. The Pope came out into the Square from the Basilica for around ten minutes, immediately following the...
