Vatican News – English

• Lord's Day Reflection: O the marvelous joy of the Resurrection!
  As we celebrate Easter, Fr Luke Gregory, OFM, offers his thoughts on how the Resurrection of Jesus Christ reframes our understanding of despair, moving us from depths of sadness into the glorious life giving light of joy. Read all  
• Russia, Ukraine exchange hundreds of prisoners this Easter
  As Easter approaches, there was some hope for hundreds of Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war and scores of injured soldiers, with officials saying they are being exchanged on Saturday. Read all  
• Christians urged to contribute to Good Friday Collection for the Holy Land
  As the Church prepares to celebrate Easter the Franciscan Custody of Holy Land urges Christians worldwide to contribute generously to the annual Good Friday Collection to help give hope to Christian communities in the war-ravaged region. Read all  
• Fears for struggling medical facilities in Gaza
  The ongoing conflict in Gaza continues to claim lives, with Israeli airstrikes on Friday reportedly killing at least 45 Palestinians and injuring dozens more. Read all  
• Cardinal Bo at Easter Vigil: Rejoice for God accompanies our agony
  In his Easter Vigil homily, Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Myanmar says that despite the nation's ongoing agony, they should take comfort and rejoice in the Lord accompanying their every step and seeing their every tear. Read all