In the spirit of Easter celebration by Christians all over the world which marks the central event of Christendom as demonstrated by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, Pope Francis prayed for an end to the persecution of Christians in his Easter Sunday address.
Reflecting on the massacre of innocent students at the Garissa University College in Kenya by Islamist militants, the pontiff called for peace all over the world and an end to war. Easter holiday is a period that marks what Christians believe is the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion
Francis, after saying Mass for thousands of people in a rainy St. Peter's Square, delivered a mostly sombre "Urbi et Orbi" (to the city and the world) message. Attacks on Christians in Africa and the Middle East have been the grim backdrop of all Holy Week ceremonies leading up to Easter. "We ask Jesus, the victor over death.........Read More
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