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Pope Francis celebrated the generally large Easter mass on a very small scale due to the crisis in the Crown. The service began Sunday morning in the almost empty St. Peter’s Basilica. Typically, the Pope celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ in front of tens of thousands of outdoor visitors in Saint Peter’s Square decorated with flowers. Around 12 noon, the 83-year-old Catholic head of the church gave the “Urbi et orbi” blessing.
Traditionally, pilgrims came to Rome especially for Easter. This year, however, international travel and departure restrictions apply to stop the spread of the virus wave. However, the fair could be seen on the Internet. Furthermore, it has been shown by many television stations around the world.
The blessing “Urbi et orbi” (the city and the world) is the most important in the Catholic Church and is pronounced at Christmas, Easter and after a papal election. Due to the Corona crisis, the Pope also donated such a special blessing on March 27. Usually donated from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica. The Pope also wanted to announce this part of the Easter message in the cathedral on Sunday.
Easter is the most important religious holiday for believing Christians. The night before, at Mass on Easter Eve, Francis had asked for hope even in the “darkest hour.” The Pope warned of pessimism in the great basilica, where only a few listeners were sitting. Hope is more than “pure optimism”. Jesus had overcome death, he said. “So if we don’t give in to resignation, let’s not lay a stone on hope.” (SDA)
The corona virus currently keeps the world on hold. Many countries take measures such as closing schools or borders and restricting public events to prevent them from spreading. The virus is also rampant in Switzerland. All current information and figures on the subject are available in the Coronavirus ticker.
The coronavirus continues to spread, also in Switzerland. Especially in the flu season, it is difficult to assess if you have the corona virus or if you simply have the usual flu. The differences are fine, but there are. LOOKING clears up.
Recommendations from the Federal Office of Public Health on how you can protect yourself:
Hygiene measures
- Wash your hands: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use a hand sanitizer.
- Don’t sneeze into your hands: sneeze or cough into a handkerchief; or if you don’t have one, in the curve of your arm.
- Properly dispose of tissues: tissues should be disposed of in a closed trash container after use.
- Stay home with fever and cough.
Minimize contact
- Stay home and avoid contact with people whenever possible.
- Only leave the house in the following exceptional situations: Buying groceries / Visiting a doctor or pharmacy / Home office is not possible for your work / You must help other people.
- If possible, keep a distance of 2 meters from your peers, for example, when queuing or in meetings.
- Avoid contact with people who have difficulty breathing or coughing.
- Avoid public transportation.
- Have everything possible delivered to your home.
- Important: no greeting kisses, no hugs, no trembling hands.
stay informed
- Follow local instructions and recommendations. Strictly adhere to the rules and announcements of the authorities.
- Infoline coronavirus: 058 463 00 00, available 24 hours a day
- BAG information page: bag-coronavirus.ch
When should you see a doctor?
- If you experience symptoms (shortness of breath, cough, or fever), do not go public and contact a doctor or health care center right away, first by phone.
Be patient
- The situation remains the same until further notice. The federal government provides regular information on current developments. Now it’s more important than ever: stay calm and sit together.
