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Introduction: A Sacred Journey with Deep Roots In a fast-paced world, filled with noise and distractions that pull us away from what truly matters, the Catholic Church invites us to reclaim traditions rich in spiritual meaning. One such tradition is the practice of visiting seven churches, especially on Holy Thursday, though it …

Introduction: A Silence That Speaks Volumes Every year on Holy Thursday, the lights in the church dim, the tabernacle stands empty, and the altar is stripped bare. In this solemn atmosphere, the Blessed Sacrament is carried in procession to a special place: the Altar of Repose, often called simply “the …

In the Catholic Church, few celebrations are as profound and moving as the “Missa in Coena Domini” of Holy Thursday. This Mass, which opens the Paschal Triduum, invites us to enter into the very mystery of God’s love, manifested in the Eucharist, in the priesthood, and in the commandment of …

During the solemnity of Holy Week, as churches fill with faithful commemorating Christ’s Passion, a peculiar phenomenon occurs: the bells fall silent from Holy Thursday until the Easter Vigil. This silence is not merely a liturgical accident but a tradition rich in symbolism, legends, and deep spirituality. Why Do the Bells …

“If I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet.” (John 13:14) Every Holy Thursday, the Pope kneels before twelve people and performs one of the most moving—and controversial—acts of Catholic liturgy: the Mandatum, the washing of feet. A gesture that has evolved, sparked …

Holy Thursday is a day of profound spirituality and reflection for Christians, as it commemorates the most intimate and crucial moments of Jesus’ life before His Passion. Among these moments, Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane holds a central place. This episode not only reveals Christ’s humanity but also …

Holy Thursday is a day of deep reflection for Christians, as it commemorates Jesus’ Last Supper with His disciples, the washing of the feet, and the moment when Christ instituted the Eucharist. However, one of the most moving and transformative aspects of this day is the new commandment that Jesus …

Holy Thursday is a day filled with profound meanings for the Catholic faith. Among the most moving moments of this day is the betrayal of Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus. This act, which marks the beginning of Christ’s Passion, invites us to reflect on the …

At the heart of Holy Week, as the Catholic Church immerses itself in the contemplation of the deepest mysteries of the faith, Holy Thursday emerges as a day of special solemnity. Among the rites that mark this day, one of the most symbolic and moving is the washing of the …