...place in the way churches are decorated. Many churches, especially in Europe, statues and cross are covered in purple or black cloth, or simply removed from the decor. Holy water...
Holy Week


...place in the way churches are decorated. Many churches, especially in Europe, statues and cross are covered in purple or black cloth, or simply removed from the decor. Holy water...

...turn toward the Stations of the Cross hanging in church and the empty holy water fonts by the door. We will hear again the mournful refrain of the “Stabat Mater”...

...and respect now and in the days to come. This way of the heart is the way to find unity, peace, and reconciliation. The Pope’s closing words in his letter...

is to the rich as well as the poor, tax collectors as well as beggars. Finally, Zaccheus thought he was seeking Jesus, but it was really Jesus seeking Zaccheus. Jesus...