Pope Leo XIV revives Holy Week practices

NPR | By Claire Giangrave

Published April 3, 2026 at 3:56 PM EDT

As Pope Leo approaches the anniversary of his election as Pope, we look at the biggest moments of his first year, and how he plans to celebrate Easter in Rome.

Claire Giangrave

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