5 Apr, 04:00··

Pope celebrates first Easter Mass on St. Peter’s Square.

ZEIT Online

Pope Francis held a special Easter Mass in St. Peter's Square. He also led a vigil service the day before. The Angelus will be replaced with the Regina Caeli prayer starting tomorrow.

The Easter Mass was Pope Francis’s first outdoor celebration. It happened after pandemic restrictions were lifted. Many people attended the event in Rome. Pope Leo XIV delivered the Easter blessing. The event was meant to bring hope to people during the Easter holiday.

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Highlights

Pope's First Outdoor Easter Mass

Pope Francis celebrated his first Easter Mass outdoors at St. Peter's Square.

Mass in St. Peter's Square

The Easter Mass took place on St. Peter's Square in Rome.

Regina Caeli Prayer Returns

The daily Angelus will be replaced with the Regina Caeli prayer.

Large Crowds Attended Event

The Easter Mass drew large crowds.

Message of Hope Delivered

Pope Leo XIV. delivered a message of hope during the celebrations.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Pope Francis celebrated Easter Mass.
  • The Mass was held in St. Peter's Square.
  • The event was a return to public celebrations.
  • The event was intended to send a message of hope.

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