via crucis
Pope Francis skips Good Friday at Colosseum in chilly Rome
By Associated Press — April 8, 2023
ROME (AP) — It was the first time a pontiff was a no-show at the Colosseum Way of the Cross procession since 2005, when Pope John Paul II's health was in decline.
Pope Francis showcases his vision for peace at Good Friday’s Via Crucis
By Claire Giangravé — April 15, 2022
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — On the day commemorating the steps of Jesus’ execution, Pope Francis focused on the need for forgiveness in overcoming the logic of war.
During Way of the Cross, Pope Francis put children at the center
By Claire Giangravé — April 2, 2021
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The Via Crucis underlined once more the profound transformation the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the Catholic Church and the world.
Pope Francis shines a light on prisoners during Good Friday’s unusual Via Crucis
By Claire Giangravé — April 10, 2020
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — This year the procession took place in St. Peter's Square and without the presence of the faithful. Only a few, including Pope Francis, were present as lights placed at several stations of the large square guided their steps.
Elderly married couple writes Pope Benedict XVI’s Good Friday talk
By Tracy Gordon — April 2, 2012
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Pope Benedict XVI has asked a couple who has been married for nearly 50 years to write the text of this year's traditional Via Crucis at the Colosseum on Good Friday. By Alessandro Speciale.
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