Urbi et Orbi ('to the city [of Rome] and to the world') denotes a papal address and apostolic blessing given by the pope on certain solemn occasions.

Urbi et Orbi - Easter 2021

 

 

“Jesus, who was crucified, has risen as he said. Alleluia!”

On Easter Sunday, April 4 2021, Pope Francis delivered his Urbi et Orbi message, 'to the City (Rome), and to the world'. The message, along with a blessing, was given after Mass at the Altar of the Chair at St. Peter's Basilica.