Thousands gather to hear Pope Francis give Easter Mass and traditional blessing
Easter Sunday, the culmination of Holy Week, marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is a significant event in the Catholic calendar.
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Tens of thousands of Catholic devotees on Sunday gathered at Saint Peter's Square in Vatican City to hear Pope Francis give Easter Mass and a traditional blessing. (AP)
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The 87-year-old pontiff presided over the mass from 10:00 am (0800 GMT), pronouncing the "Urbi et Orbi" (To the City and the World) blessing at midday, with the events broadcast live around the world. (AP)
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The pope presided over the Easter Vigil at the Vatican on Saturday, in front of approximately 6,000 people from around the world. (AP)
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Pope Francis baptises a faithful as he presides over the Easter vigil celebration in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican on Saturday.(AP)
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