The Easter celebration begins with the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday night ... the church for the blessing of the new fire, which represents the light of Christ overcoming the darkness of sin ...

Perhaps a revealing question is whether the church will continue the radical novelty Francis brought as a pope from a religious order—and whether this is the continuity needed now.

Many, amid the noise, turn to prayer, trusting the Holy Spirit’s guidance ... “It was a clear symbol of peace, love, and fraternity — a slogan that fully reflected the message of Christ.” ...

Pope Francis was laid to rest in Rome on Saturday afternoon after a Vatican funeral for the “Pope among the people” attended ...

This delicate flower is a symbol ... and the Holy Spirit. This plant is associated with the Jewish holiday of Sukkot and symbolises God's presence. This plant is a symbol of the Eucharist and ...

(OSV News) – Holy Saturday is one of those days when the church ... In Christian tradition, it’s more than just food – explained Father Szewek – it represents Christ in the Eucharist, the one who is ...