EXCLUSIVE: The White House is gearing up for an “extraordinary" weeklong celebration for Holy Week ahead of Easter, with President Trump participating in a number of events.

which translates in English to "Holy Week rugs," out of dyed sawdust and other materials. Organizers say the unique carpets represent faith, culture and sacrifice. According to the Catholic ...

Holy Week, the most significant week in Catholicism, begins with Palm Sunday and culminates with Easter Sunday. Key dates in Holy Week include Holy Thursday (commemorating the Last Supper), Good ...

Convalescing pope opens Holy Week with in-person greeting in St. Peter’s Square A convalescing Pope Francis greeted the crowd in St. Peter’s Square on Palm Sunday, wishing more than 20,000 ...

While it's known by a few other names (more on that below), Maundy Thursday is a celebration that consists of Christians commemorating this holy day during Jesus Christ's final week leading up to ...

The White House has announced plans for the Christian Holy Week leading up to Easter, which will include a Wednesday dinner and a Thursday religious service with Christians from a variety of ...

So during Holy Week, the redeemed pause to reflect — as best they can — on the days leading to Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice. His death brought resurrection, a new life offered to all who believe.

The silence of a candlelit procession, the raw emotion of a lone saeta (lament) echoing through the night, and the deep sense of belonging make small-town Holy Week truly unique. In Spain ...