Hours before his death, Pope Francis made an appearance before a crowd of thousands at Saint Peter’s Square where his Easter blessing was read by Archbishop Diego Ravelli.

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Pope Francis delivers his Easter Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony overlooking St. Peter’s Square on April 17, 2022, at the Vatican. (Eric Vandeville/Vatican Media/Abaca Press/TNS) By ...

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Pope Francis appears in St. Peter's Square for Easter Sunday, despite his recovery from double pneumonia, to bless the crowd and appeal for global peace.

Pope Francis gave the traditional Easter blessing on Sunday, appearing from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in front of delighted crowds after a brief meeting with Vice President JD Vance in ...

The pope’s traditional blessing, “urbi et orbi,” was read by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, but Pope Francis later toured St. Peter’s Square in the popemobile.

“Urbi et orbi” means “To the city [of Rome] and to the world.” It is a special apostolic blessing given by the pope every year on Easter Sunday, Christmas, and other special occasions.

Pope Francis made a surprise appearance this Easter Sunday, greeting thousands of faithful gathered to celebrate the holiday.

Convalescing Pope Francis delivers Easter blessing and declares 'every life is precious' Francis did not participate in Easter services but met with U.S. vice president ...

Pope Francis gave the traditional Easter blessing on Sunday, appearing from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in front of delighted crowds in what marks his highest-profile appearance yet ...