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Easter Monday

Christ's Appearance to Mary Magdalene after the Resurrection. / Credit: Alexander Ivanov

Why the Catholic Church Celebrates Easter Monday Under the Title "Monday of the Angel"

Apr 1, 2024

In many countries in Europe and South America, this day, also known as “Little Easter,” is a national holiday.

Pope Francis delivered a brief message before reciting the Regina Caeli prayer on Easter Monday, April 10, 2023. | Vatican Media

Pope Francis: Share the Good News of Christ’s Resurrection with Others

Apr 10, 2023

Pope Francis encouraged Christians to not be held back by fear of judgment, but to share the good news of Christ’s resurrection with others.

Christ's Appearance to Mary Magdalene after the Resurrection / | Alexander Ivanov

The Catholic Church Celebrates Easter Monday Under the Title "Monday of the Angel"

Apr 10, 2023

On Easter Monday, the Catholic Church celebrates what’s called “Monday of the Angel.” In many countries in Europe and South America, this day, also known as “Little Easter,” is a national holiday.

Pope Francis led the “Regina Caeli" on Monday, April 18, 2022, at St. Peter's Square. Daniel Ibáñez | CNA

Pope Francis: "Come out of the tomb of fear"

Apr 18, 2022

Fear is like a tomb that can “bury us,” Pope Francis said Monday, but the Risen Lord’s words to the women who were the first to announce his resurrection apply to us, as well: “Be not afraid.”