Risen Christ statue made in 2019 carried in procession for the third time
True healing, both psychological and spiritual, flows not from strength alone, but from compassionate solidarity born of shared brokenness
Snippets of religious statements and highlights of events from around the world
Holy Week is not only a time for prayer, but for progress, not just spiritual contemplation, but civic responsibility alike
We are often lured by ostentatious displays of power instead of the most resilient; we confuse seeming enthusiasm with the power of fidelity
The absence of Jesus’ body signifies the life-giving presence of Christ birthing the Church, his living body now present in space and time
The Easter Bunny’s association with the Virgin Mary and St Bede; her 18th century journey to America and a mass brawl in a shopping mall
The elderly and vulnerable should not be regarded as a burden on society but as ‘messengers of tenderness ... and wisdom of lived experience’ as Pope Francis recently remarked
Fabergé beats Cadbury’s hands down for an extraordinary exclusive Easter gift
From Qormi to Żebbuġ, Mosta and Cospicua, towns across Malta prepare churches, statues and costumes for Good Friday processions
No injuries reported, fire was extinguished before it could spread
The Easter triduum gets underway
Bakery at Corradino Correction Facility giving inmates 'sense of purpose and new skills' - Robert Abela
The solemn tradition and reflections for pilgrims accompanying Jesus on the seven final ‘stations’ of his passion and death
Since Pilate was a Roman and pagan, he would not have been concerned that Jesus was accused of blasphemy
E.V. Borg, Director of the event and author of a forthcoming volume on the history of Domus, explains more
'My parents made a huge sacrifice to buy the costume, and I would wear it every year for the Good Friday procession' - owner George Ellul
About 350 people will participate in the pageant 'Ħtija Tieghu?'
Event on April 12 expected to feature over 300 participants
Six long weekends on the cards with public holidays falling on Fridays and Mondays
Thomas gives us much food for thought on where we stand with our faith
45th anniversary celebrated
Thousands walked from Mellieħa to Floriana to raise funds for cancer patients
Bishop Anton Teuma to focus on Mary’s waiting for the resurrection of Jesus Christ
Some traditions go back centuries
Various artists and collectors are taking part
Easter Vigil will be celebrated at 8pm on Saturday
Over 1,500 flaming lanters will light up square on Maundy Thursday
The surge will force chocolate makers to hike their prices
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