Los Angeles Archdiocese reports highest number of Easter converts in 10 years

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Los Angeles Archdiocese reports highest number of Easter converts in 10 years “We usually see a 10% increase from the year before,” Father Juan Ochoa said. “This year, it was about 45%. That’s significant.”

CNA explains: ‘Sede vacante’ and ‘interregnum’ — what do they mean?  A highly regulated process has now begun that will see Pope Francis’ earthly body laid to rest and a conclave convened to elect his successor.