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Synod Retreat Meditation: ‘The Spirit of Truth’
On Tuesday morning, Dominican Friar and former Master of the Order of Preachers, Father Timothy Radcliffe, reflected on the meaning of ‘The Spirit of Truth’ with those who will participate in the General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops set to begin on Wednesday, 4 October.
Synod Retreat Meditation: ‘Authority’
On Tuesday morning, Dominican Friar and former Master of the Order of Preachers, Father Timothy Radcliffe, reflected on the meaning of ‘Authority’ with those who will participate in the General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops set to begin on Wednesday, 4 October.
Celebrating 125 years of the roots of Rome's San Gioacchino in Prati
The pandemic had prevented the Roman parish of San Gioacchino in Prati, in the shadow of the Vatican, from a meaningful tradition, but this year, ahead of the Synod in the Vatican, the parish's families and pastor, 'Padre Pietro,' join together to relaunch a special parish celebration full of faith and cheer.
Synod Retreat: Homily during Mass for the Memorial of the Guardian Angels
On Monday evening, Bishop Anthony Randazzo of Broken Bay, Australia, celebrates Holy Mass for the Memorial of the Guardian Angels, and preaches the homily for synod members, fraternal delegates and special invitees currently on retreat prior to participating in the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops which begins on 4 October.
Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman win Nobel Prize for COVID vaccine
This year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to a pair of scientists who developed the technology that led to the mRNA COVID vaccines. Among them is a Hungarian woman who continued her research despite opposition.
Mexico: Ten die and many are injured in the collapse of a church roof
Ten people including three children have died and sixty have been injured, after the roof of a church collapsed during Sunday mass in the North East of Mexico. The tragedy happened during a Baptism service.
Pope Francis responds to dubia submitted by five cardinals
The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith has published Pope Francis' response to "dubia" (questions; literally "doubts") presented by five Cardinals. The questions concerning the interpretation of Divine Revelation, the blessing of same-sex unions, synodality as a constitutive dimension of the Church, the priestly ordination of women, and repentance as a necessary condition for sacramental absolution.
Côte d'Ivoire: Church reconsecrates country to the Virgin Mary.
Over the weekend, on the Second National Day of Prayer in Côte d’Ivoire, the country was again consecrated to the Virgin Mary.
World-Day of non-violence: A call for peaceful resolutions
The International Day of Non-Violence is not only to commemorate the birth of Mahatma Gandhi but also to celebrate the timeless principles he upheld, says António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General - values that include fairness, respect for others, and the effectiveness of nonviolent protest.
Synod retreat – Day 2: Meditation prior to Evening Mass
Reflecting on the day’s Gospel, Benedictine nun and former abbess Mother Maria Ignazia Angelini offers a reflection prior to evening Mass on Monday during the retreat for participants in the upcoming General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops.
Pope praises “silent work” of the Little Sisters of Jesus
In his address to the Little Sisters of Jesus, Pope Francis encourages them to continue their “silent work” in a world polluted by appearances and indifference, following the example of St. Charles de Foucauld, the “Universal Brother".
Fr. Giordano Piccinotti appointed new President of Apsa
Salesian Fr. Giordano Piccinotti, former Under Secretary of the Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See is appointed the institution’s new President. His predecessor, Bishop Nunzio Galantino, expresses his gratitude at the conclusion of his five-year mandate.
Synod Retreat Meditation: ‘Conversation on the way to Emmaus’
On Monday morning, Dominican Friar and former Master of the Order of Preachers, Father Timothy Radcliffe, reflected on the meaning of ‘Conversation on the way to Emmaus’ with those who will participate in the General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops set to begin on Wednesday, 4 October.
Pope to Missionaries of the Sacred Heart: Yours is a journey of faith
Pope Francis addresses the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart during their 26th General Chapter and emphasizes the importance of knowing Christ through the Gospel, deepening understanding through fraternal sharing, and proclaiming His love joyfully in their mission.
Synod Retreat Meditation: ‘Friendship’
On Monday morning, Dominican Friar and former Master of the Order of Preachers, Father Timothy Radcliffe, reflected on the meaning of ‘Friendship’ with those who will participate in the General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops set to begin on Wednesday, 4 October.
Synod reflection prior to evening Mass on Sunday
Reflecting on the Gospel for the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Benedictine nun and former abbess Mother Maria Ignazia Angelini offers a reflection prior to evening Mass on Sunday during the retreat for participants in the upcoming General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops.
Homily during Sunday Mass for Synod paricipants on retreat
Bishop Raymond Poisson. Bishop of St-Jérôme-Mont-Laurier, Canada, celebrates Holy Mass on Sunday evening and preaches the homily for synod members, fraternal delegates and special invitees currently on retreat prior to participating in the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops which begins on 4 October.
Armenia needs aid as nearly 120,000 Armenians flee Nagorno-Karabakh
Armenia has asked the European Union for assistance to help it deal with a massive refugee influx from Nagorno-Karabakh. Nearly all 120,000 mainly Christian Armenians living there have fled Nagorno-Karabakh after Azerbaijan recaptured the enclave last week in a battle that killed hundreds of people. Its request comes as Pope Francis reiterates his appeal for dialogue between the conflicting nations.
Pope asks for prayers for peace and for the Synod
Pope Francis notes it is the month of the Rosary and of missions and invites all Catholics to pray the Rosary and implore peace in Ukraine and in all war-torn regions and also for the Synod of Bishops on Synodality.
Synod participants on retreat in Sacrofano
From 30 September to 3 October, the members, delegates and special invitees for the XVI Ordinary Assembly of the Synod of Bishops are spending time in prayer at Fraterna Domus retreat house. Meditations and reflections are being live-streamed.
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