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Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão officially assumes office as new FABC President
On 1 January 2025, Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão officially assumed his role as the President of the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences. The President of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) and Archbishop of Goa succeeds Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Myanmar who had served two terms.
Pope to Missionaries of the School: ‘Sow dialogue and spiritual joy’
Addressing the Union of St. Catherine of Siena of the Missionaries of the School, Pope Francis encourages the Dominican sisters to continue their mission with openness anchored in holiness, preparation, and joy.
Pope to educators: Amid daily struggles, keep eyes on Christ
Pope Francis invites Catholic educators to fix their gaze on Jesus at all times to help them in their daily tasks and struggles, and warns against bullying in schools, suggesting this attitude is one which leads to warfare.
Jubilee: Filipinos urged to journey together in hope
In a pastoral reflection on the Holy Year the head of the Filipino bishops, Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, urges the faithful to journey together in hope even when confronted with new challenges.
Apostolic Nuncio delivers Pope Francis’ message to Zambian President
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema acknowledged the Catholic Church’s role in supporting the country’s debt restructing efforts during a meeting with the Apostolic Nuncio to Zambia, Archbishop Gianluca Perici.
Bishop Stowe: Lexington’s Laudato si’ plan seeks to ‘cherish Creation’
As the US Diocese of Lexington launches a Laudato Si’ Action Plan, Bishop John Stowe expresses his hope to unite his 59 parishes and missions in Kentucky around the goal of cherishing the gifts of God’s Creation.
Pope: ‘Never stand still, never stop moving forward’
Meeting with a group of young people from the Italian Union of the Blind and Visually Impaired, Pope Francis reflects on the meaning of pilgrimage, urging them to be "always on the move."
Gaza talks to continue in Doha
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly approved that an Israeli delegation can continue talks in Qatar.
Knights of Columbus organizes Christmas celebrations for orphans and widows in Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine nears its third year, the Knights of Columbus are caring for those who have lost loved ones by organizing Christmas dinners where participants can experience warmth, compassion, and support.
Pope to Knights of Malta: Jesus accompanies you on path of generosity
Pope Francis addresses a delegation of Knights of Malta and reflects on the verbs to serve, to walk, and to accompany, reminding the Confraternity that the Lord will always accompany them when they strive to do these three things.
Pope's January prayer intention: 'for the right to an education'
Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of January 2025, and invites everyone to pray for "the right to an education."
Cardinal Zenari expresses cautious optimism for Syria’s future
Commenting on the latest developments in Syria, the Apostolic Nuncio says that, despite some apprehension, the recent change of regime is a “breach of hope” for the country and urges Syrian Christians and the international community to contribute to its reconstruction.
Several migrants missing in latest Mediterranean shipwreck
Over 20 migrants are missing after a boat sank near Lampedusa, highlighting the Mediterranean's ongoing migration crisis.
Pope ‘deeply saddened’ by New Orleans terrorist attack
In a telegram sent to Gregory Aymond, the Archbishop of New Orleans, Pope Francis speaks of his ‘spiritual closeness’ to those affected by the recent terrorist attack there.
Poland: Two lights bringing hope at Catholic University of Lublin
Polish Catholics and Jews come together at the Catholic University of Lublin to celebrate the Jewish Feast of Lights, Hanukkah.
Faith and architecture meet at newly inaugurated church in Indonesia
The Catholic Church in Indonesia has inaugurated the Sancta Familia Church in Toraja, South Sulawesi, which features an altar integrated into a rocky karst hill.
Thai Bishop celebrates Jubilee opening, inspires mission of hope for children at risk
Bishop Francis Xavier Vira Arpondratana of Thailand’s northern Diocese of Chiang Mai has urged Catholics to open our hearts to Jesus Christ at the start of the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope.
Pope recalls Cardinal Amato’s “generous service” to the Gospel
Pope Francis offers condolences on the death of Salesian Cardinal Angelo Amato, recalling the “priestly spirit” and “theological preparation” with which he undertook his work in service to the Gospel and the Church.
Saint Mary Major's Holy Door is open
The Holy Door of Saint Mary Major has been opened, marking the start of the Jubilee Year 2025, with Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas inviting pilgrims to journey in faith under the maternal guidance of Mary.
Pope calls on world leaders to cancel debt of poorer nations
After his traditional New Years’ Day Angelus prayer, Pope Francis issues a powerful call to political leaders, urging them to “set a good example by canceling or significantly reducing the debts of the poorest countries.”