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The Angelus Hour Pope, recited in St. Peter’s Square, represents a significant moment for the Catholic community. Usually, Pope Francis, looking out the window of the Apostolic Palace in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, recites the Angelus with the faithful gathered below him. Often, live television and online broadcasts this event.
Angelus Times and Traditions
Traditionally, the Angelus is recited three times a day: in the morning, at noon and at sunset. Typical times are 6 a.m., noon and 6 p.m., although they may vary according to different traditions and communities. The most well-known and frequently televised moment is the noon hour, especially when the Pope is at the Vatican or during special celebrations. The Holy See’s official channels and sometimes digital platforms broadcast the prayer, allowing everyone to participate virtually in this spiritual moment.
Rite and Reflections during the Angelus
During this event, the Pope shares some introductory or reflective words, and then recites the Angelus, a traditional prayer celebrating the incarnation of Jesus and the annunciation of the archangel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary. He then offers spiritual reflections on gospel or topical issues before blessing those present.
Significance of the Angelus in St. Peter’s Square
In St. Peter’s Square, the Angelus spiritually unites the faithful, who gather to participate in this rite of prayer, listen to the Pope’s words and receive his blessing. The ceremony takes place regularly and is broadcast live on television and online, reaching a wide audience around the world.
History of the Angelus Television Broadcast.
The televised broadcast of the Angelus began during the pontificate of Pope Pius XII. In 1949, for the first time, they broadcast the Angelus live from Vatican City. This event represented a significant moment in the history of religious television broadcasting, expanding participation in this moment of prayer and spirituality.
Angelus and the World Catholic Community
Since then, the Angelus on TV has become a regular practice, enabling millions of faithful around the world to join in prayer, listen to the Pope’s words and spiritually join the Catholic community.
Special and Significant Moments of the Angelus
The Angelus has always played a major role in the daily calendar of the Popes, with special or significant events. For example, Pope John Paul II often introduced reflections, short comments or invocations before reciting the Angelus, adding additional invocations at the end of the prayer.
Pope Francis, during the Angelus, presented speeches on social, political or humanitarian issues, reflecting on the world situation and promoting peace, compassion and unity.
Popes’ messages during the Angelus
Through these special moments, popes have the opportunity to convey messages of hope, comfort and guidance to the Catholic faithful around the world.
