Rome: Easter comes at a difficult time for the Vatican, with the Catholic Church under pressure over allegations of child abuse
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VideoassistentenApril 2, 2010
Christian holy week celebrations are underway around the world at this hour as millions of the faithful mark Good Friday, which commemorates the death of Jesus Christ. +++LM-REIN+++ In Jerusalem, thousands of pilgrims took part in the traditional procession through the Via Dolorosa. Here they re-trace the steps Jesus is believed to have taken as he walked to his crucifixion -- pausing at the 14 "stations of the cross" marking the Good Friday passion. +++LM-RAUS+++ Meanwhile in Rome, this Easter comes at a difficult time for the Vatican, with the Catholic Church under pressure over a wave of allegations of child abuse. +++MAZ+++