The Resurrection of the Messiah (Psalm 16:8-11)
According to the Book of Acts, St Peter explained to the crowds that Psalm 16 was a prophecy about the resurrection of the Messiah.
St Raphael travels with Tobias (Tobit 4:1-2; 5:1-22)
The book of Tobit tells the story of how St Raphael the Archangel protected Tobias on a long journey, healed his father Tobit from blindness and introduced him to his wife Sarah.
Christ appears to St Mary Magdalene (John 20:11-18)
The Risen Jesus first appeared to St Mary Magdalene, in the garden outside his tomb. He told her to share the news of his resurrection with the disciples.
The Resurrection of Christ (Matthew 28:1-20)
The Risen Christ is often shown holding a red cross banner as a symbol of victory over death.
Christ dies upon the cross (John 19:28-30)
Given its significance, the death of Christ is described in detail in all four gospels. From these we learn of Christ's last words.
Christ enters Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1-11)
Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, with cheering crowds waving palm branches, is celebrated by the Church on Palm Sunday.
The Death of Joseph (Genesis 50:22-26)
Joseph died in Egypt, surrounded by his family. On his deathbed, Joseph asked that his remains be taken back to his homeland.
St Peter denies Christ (Luke 22:54-62)
After Jesus was arrested, Peter denied knowing him three times. As Jesus had predicted, a cock then crew.
The Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38)
The 'Annunciation' is the official title for the gospel story where the Archangel Gabriel 'announced' to the Virgin Mary that she was to become a mother to Jesus Christ.
Christ is stripped of his garments (John 19:23-24)
The four Roman soldiers who crucified Jesus took his clothes and shared them out between them, leaving him naked.