Christians around the world are celebrating the central event of their faith - Easter - the holiday that marks what Christians believe is the resurrection of Jesus three days after his crucifixion. Pope Francis marked the holy day with a Roman Catholic Mass in St. Peter's Square.
Christians Celebrate Easter
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Iraqis women light candles after the Palm Sunday service at Lady Deliverance Church in Baghdad, April 5, 2015.
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Worshipers run while carrying a statue of the Risen Christ as confetti streams down during an Easter Sunday procession in Cospicua, outside Valletta, Malta, April 5, 2015.
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South Korean Catholics buy eggs to celebrate Easter at Myungdong Cathedral in Seoul, April 5, 2015.
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Pakistani Christians chant prayers during Easter service in Karachi, April 5, 2015.