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Explainer: Why Eastern And Western Easter Dates Differ — And Why 2025 Is Different
While Easter dates usually differ between Eastern and Western Christians, this year both Easter celebrations land on the same day — a coincidence that could be an opportunity for progress in ecumenical dialogue.
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Security, Technological Enhancements Made To St. Peter’s Basilica
With the aim of improving the experience of pilgrims traveling to Rome to participate in the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope, the Fabric of St. Peter has led various restoration and innovation projects.
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Holy Week Pilgrims In Rome Take Up Ancient Seven Churches Walks
Jubilee of Hope pilgrims are undertaking two ancient church pilgrimages this week to prayerfully prepare for Easter: St. Philip Neri’s Seven Churches Pilgrimage and the Holy Thursday Seven Churches walk.

A Lenten Pilgrimage Across the Bridge of Angels: Good Friday Reflections from Rome
Walk the Bridge of Angels in Rome with EWTN’s Fr. Baggot & Andreas Thonhauser—discover how symbols of Christ’s Passion become signs of hope this Good Friday.
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Ecumenical Expert: ‘No Theological Reasons To Celebrate Easter On Different Dates’
Father Frans Bouwen, a leading Catholic in ecumenical dialogue, says there’s “no real theological reason” for Christians to celebrate Easter on different dates.