How to stream Easter services from around the world

Social distancing measures couldn’t have come at a worse time for the faithful.

With most of the world unable to congregate in person this Easter, churches have taken to streaming their services to provide an opportunity to worship and sense of comfort.

Here’s a look at how you can watch some prominent Easter services from around the world from the safety and comfort of your home. (All times are Pacific.)

Pope Francis

The pontiff will celebrate Easter Mass and deliver the “Urbi et orbi” beginning at 1:55 a.m. Sunday from inside St. Peter’s Basilica. It will be streamed live on the Vatican News YouTube page.

The Archbishop of Canterbury

Justin Welby will lead the Church of England’s services at 1 a.m. Sunday on the church website.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral

The Mother Church of the Archdiocese of New York will stream its service at 7 a.m. Sunday on the church website.

Washington National Cathedral

Celebrate Easter from the nation’s capital as the Washington National Cathedral streams its service beginning at 8:15 a.m. Sunday on its YouTube page.

Joel Osteen

The pastor of Houston’s Lakewood Church has assembled an all-star cast for his Easter service. Osteen announced on TMZ of all places that Kanye West, Mariah Carey and Tyler Perry will join him via presegments. Lakewood’s services stream at 6:30 and 9 a.m. Sunday on the church’s website.

Ebenezer Baptist Church

The Atlanta church, home to Martin Luther King Jr., is hosting its services at 6 and 8 a.m. on the Ebenezer Baptist website.

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