This is the first time that a pope addresses himself directly to the viewers, speaking face-to-face camera. Seated on his throne, Pius XII calls Christians to rejoice on this Easter day, because of the resurrection of Christ. He takes a very solemn tone, makes great gestures with his arms as a sign of communion, looks to heaven, recalling "Christians united in faith and hope". He also rejoices in this new means of communication which enables him to address the faithful of the whole world.
Meeting with Father Peter GUMPEL, in charge of preparing the dossier for the beatification of Pope Pius XII. From his office he presented a pile of files whose conclusions would allow this beatification. He nevertheless states that the beatification of Pius XII will not take place, so as not to offend a certain part of the Jewish community and its representatives.