Green signifies hope, and is generally used on Sundays from Epiphany to Pentecost. Violet signifies ... 949. What is Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, and what vestments are used at it?

We read in the Acts of the Apostles that after Christ’s ascension into heaven and while waiting for Pentecost, all were united and persevering in prayer together with Mary, the mother of Jesus (cf.

The new pontiff will then be led through the Hall of Benedictions and out to the balcony where his identity will be revealed to all. While there is no specific time, historically it happens fairly ...

For thousands of Catholic pilgrims in Rome, it’s the unmissable Vatican appointment: the midday Sunday blessing the pope ...

The new pontiff will then be led through the Hall of Benedictions and out to the balcony where his identity will be revealed to all. While there is no specific time, historically it happens fairly ...

Then he will don a white papal cassock and the ceremonial fisherman’s ring before being led through the Hall of Benedictions and out onto the balcony, known as the Loggia of the Blessings.

"In a time marked by conflict and unrest, his words from the Loggia of Benedictions are a powerful call to peace, brotherhood and responsibility," said Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

"In a time marked by conflict and unrest, his words from the Loggia of Benedictions are a powerful call to peace, brotherhood and responsibility," said Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

In preparation for the voyage, a benediction for safe passage was bestowed on Acfalle by the Tribal Council of Para I Probechun I Taotao-ta, led by Master of CHamoru dance, Saina Frank Rabon.

“We continue to pray for Mr. George Floyd and his family. In his honor, and as we prepare for Pentecost, we ask the Holy Spirit to unite us and heal our wounds. May all hatred, violence and ...

World leaders welcomed the election on Thursday of Robert Francis Prevost as the next leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. Prevost, who took the papal name Leo XIV, is the first pope ...