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The CTS paperback edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church has become the first English translation to make the update on capital punishment requested by Pope Francis in 2018.

What does the word "Maundy" mean? Why does the Queen distribute Maundy Money? Why do we eat Hot Cross buns? Why is Good Friday called "Good"? What happens at the Easter Vigil? Discover Catholic customs & traditions for the Triduum in this group of blogs.

Although the Easter Vigil is one of the most magnificent events in the Church’s year, there are many traditions and customs associated with Easter Sunday itself, such as Easter egg hunts, lamb, and Simnel cake. Discover the Christian traditions associated with Easter Sunday in this blog.

On Holy Saturday the Church honours Christ in the tomb. Everything is silent: the Mass is not celebrated, the church is empty. There is an air of expectation. We have celebrated Good Friday, now it is Holy Saturday, and the next day is the third day. Discover the customs and traditions that mark this special day.

Why do we have devotion to St Joseph and how did his cult grow over the centuries? Discover the history of this devotion in this blog.

Among the names of the most brilliant and inspiring of saints, four women stand out as being the only female Doctors of the Church. Discover their lives and their stories, and find inspiration for your own life, in this blog.