Today, throughout the world, the Church’s proclamation resounds: “Jesus, who was crucified, has risen as he said. Alleluia!” the Easter message speaks concisely of the event that gives us the hope that does not disappoint: “Jesus who was crucified has risen”. The crucified Jesus, none other, has risen from the dead. God the Father raised Jesus, his Son, because he fully accomplished his saving will. Jesus took upon himself our weakness, our infirmities, even our death. (Message of Pope Francis Easter 2021)
GRANT US YOUR PEACE
Pope Francis has chosen “Forgive us our trespasses: grant us your peace” as the theme for the celebration January 1, 2025. The Holy Year, which the Pope opened on December 2024, is “a time for conversion that calls us not to condemn, but instead to bring about reconciliation and peace.