9 things you need to know about Divine Mercy Sunday

Easter at the Vatican, 2013

May the risen Christ guide you on the path of justice, love and peace, Pope Francis tells the faithful in his first message ‘urbi et orbi.’

Easter Sacraments Offer Huge Potential for Renewal, Pope Francis Says

Holy Father encourages the faithful to receive the grace of the risen Christ at his first ‘Regina Coeli’ gathering.

Pope Francis' Easter Urbi et Orbi Message - Full Text

8 things you need to know about Easter Sunday

6 things you need to know about Triduum

Archbishop Mansell: 'We Must Always Work for Resurrection to Overcome Threat of Death'

Archbishop of Hartford on religious-liberty fight: 'We must all continue to fight for that fundamental right, basic in the history of our country. '

Why We Need Joy

'Light Itself Is Created Anew'

Highlights from Pope Benedict's Easter celebration. April 22 issue feature.

Easter Illumination

April 22 issue editorial: the Pope's and bishops' inspiring Easter reflections.

Pope: The Resurrection Transforms Our Lives, Bringing Joy

We can have confidence in the risen Christ, the Holy Father reminds pilgrims April 11.

Church Welcomes Thousands of New Catholics at Easter

A look at the new members of the body of Christ who came into the Church at the Easter vigil across the country.

Adoration Begins at Easter

Find the risen Christ in the Blessed Sacrament: April 8 issue Easter feature.

Christ’s Triumph

The Transformative Power of Our Savior's Resurrection: April 8 issue Easter column

What Easter Started

User's Guide to Sunday, April 8.

The Empty Tomb

Publisher's Note from our April 8 issue.

Is Easter Pagan?

Pope Benedict Invites the Faithful ‘to Live the Paschal Triduum Intensely’

The Holy Father discusses 'the summit of the liturgical year' on April 4.

Palm Sunday Is Preview of Easter Victory

Column notes that 'Jesus was not only the glory of Yahweh returning to his Temple; he was also the new David, indeed Yahweh himself, reclaiming his city and preparing to deal with the enemies of Israel.'

VIDEO: Secret Italian Easter Recipe!