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What's so 'good' about Good Friday? The history of a holiday rooted in grief
It's one of the holiest and most somber days in the Christian calendar as followers remember the execution of Jesus.
Thousands march in Old Jerusalem's Way of the Cross on Good Friday
Thousands of people recited prayers while carrying large wooden crosses and walking through the streets of the Old City of ...
Good Friday is today. Here’s what stores are open or closed on Easter Sunday, April 20
Easter Sunday falls on April 20 this year. Here’s what to know about store closures, delivery services, and more as the ...
Good Friday celebrated by politicians and faith leaders
Several officials within the Trump administration and other politicians reflected on Good Friday and its importance in the Easter story.
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100+ churches ring bells on Good Friday in honor of Paul Revere and 'against tyranny'
This year’s Lantern service aims to warn about the endangering of American democracy, societal model and ideals, said the Rev ...
PHOTO COLLECTION: Good Friday Around the World
Christian pilgrims hold crosses during Good Friday procession in the Old City of Jerusalem on Friday, April 18, 2025. (AP ...
Christians mark Good Friday with Walk of Witness
People have gathered in towns and cities throughout the West Midlands to mark Good Friday, one of the holiest days in the ...
What institutions, government buildings are closed on Good Friday
Twelve states in the U.S. recognize Good Friday as a state holiday: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky ...
Mizoram observes Good Friday with religious fervour
Aizawl, Christian-majority Mizoram celebrated Good Friday with religious favour to mark and commemorate the crucifixion of ...