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Jubilee Films for Pilgrims of Hope: 'Silence'
The 2016 historical drama directed by Martin Scorses with a star-studded cast is one of the movies chosen by Msgr Dario Viganò for the "Faces and Counterfaces of Hope" Jubilee cultural initiative. Here is a review by Fr Greg Apparcel, CSP, who notes he watched it for the fourth time!
Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa lauds Christian-Muslim interfaith dialogue
The Papal representative in South Africa has lauded the Christian-Muslim interfaith dialogue organised by the Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC) Department of Ecumenism, Interreligious Dialogue, and Dialogue with the Secular World.
Syrians hope for new era
Thousands of Syrians gather in Damascus‘ largest square, to celebrate after the first Muslim Friday prayers following the downfall of former President Bashar Assad, while the leader of the lightening campaign that toppled the Assad dynasty appears in a video message promising to rebuild the country.
Synod: Pope appoints Council members, including 2 women
Sister Simona Brambilla, Secretary of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life, and María Lía Zervino, a member of the Dicastery for Bishops, are among the appointments made by Pope Francis to the XVI Ordinary Council of the General Secretariat. The four papal appointees are no longer required to be bishops.
Pope: 'St. Lucy teaches us the virtue of compassion to build a more just society'
Pope Francis addresses a message to the Archdiocese of Syracuse in Sicily as it begins to celebrate a special year dedicate to St. Lucy, their Patron Saint, and says her martyrdom teaches us the Christian virtues of tenderness and compassion which are essential to build a more just society.
Archbishop Gallagher in Azerbaijan to lay cornerstone of new church
The Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations is in Azerbaijan from 13 to 16 December to bless the site and lay the foundation stone of a church dedicated to Saint John Paul II.
Pope meets with Lebanese prime minister Najib Mikati
Pope Francis recieves Najib Mikati, the President of the Council of Ministers ad interim of the Lebanese Republic, at the Vatican on Friday.
News from the Orient – December 13, 2024
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient, Syrian Christians looks to the future, Iraqis celebrate martyrs’ feast, and Syro-Malabar Catholics get a new Cardinal.
Cardinal Pizzaballa: ‘The peak of war in Gaza is behind us’
At a press conference with Aid to the Church in Need, the Latin Patriarch highlights his impression “that in the coming weeks or months we will arrive at some compromise.”
Bishop appeals for aid after eruption displaces thousands in the Philippines
Filipino Bishop Gerardo Alminaza appeals for aid for families displaced after the eruption of Mount Kanlaon on December 9, which forced more than 87,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
Patriarch Pizzaballa: Acts of kindness bring hope amid war
Amid ongoing conflict in the Holy Land, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, has shared a message of cautious optimism as Christmas approaches.
Catholic philanthropist receives CNEWA’s Faith & Culture Award
Gayle Benson, an American philanthropist, has received recognition for her contributions to the promotion of human dignity and support for Eastern-rite Catholic Churches.
Pope at Mass: Just the tilma, rose, and Juan Diego
On the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Pope Francis warns against using the mystery of Guadalupe “for ideologies.”
Airstrikes leave 38 dead across Gaza
Pilgrim Pope set to visit the island of Corsica on Saturday
On 15 December, Pope Francis’ 47th apostolic journey will take him to Corsica, known as the Île de beauté, where he will take part in the Conference on Popular Religiosity in the Mediterranean before meeting with the clergy and faithful of the French island.
Pope's Peace Day Message an invitation to convert hearts and minds
A briefing at the Holy See Press Office presents Pope Francis' message for the 58th World Day of Peace, celebrated on January 1, 2025.
Pope encourages Evangelical Baptist Roma Delegation to be credible Christian witnesses
Pope Francis greets the Delegation of the Evangelical Baptist Roma Mission in Italy, calling the occasion a renewal of the common conviction to live as credible witnesses of the love of God
Pope meets with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas visits the Vatican, and discusses the need for a ceasefire in Gaza, the Catholic Church’s role in the region, and the hope for a return of pilgrims to the Holy Land.
Pope to Rome residents: Open your homes during this Jubilee year
Pope Francis sends a message to the people of Rome ahead of the Jubilee Year 2025, asking them to show hospitality to the many pilgrims that will be travelling to the Eternal City throughout the year.
Catholics seeking to end US death penalty chart Jubilee course in God’s justice
Catholic Mobilizing Network charts a course for the 2025 Jubilee in response to Pope Francis’ call for the global Church to journey as Pilgrims of Hope.
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