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Order of Malta's meeting of global hospitallers concludes in Krakow

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 04:10

"Roll up your sleeves and serve with competence" was the slogan of the 30th International Conference of Hospitallers of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta which concluded Sunday in Krakow, Poland.

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Pope expresses relief over kidnapped released in Haiti, prays for those still held

Sun, 03/17/2024 - 06:26

During the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis expresses satisfaction over the release of a teacher and four of six religious kidnapped in Haiti. He appeals for the release of those still held, and he offers prayers for war-torn Ukraine, Palestine and Israel, South Sudan, and Syria.

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Gift, forgiveness are the essence of God’s glory, Pope says at Angelus

Sun, 03/17/2024 - 06:12

Pope Francis reflects on the Gospel of the Fifth Sunday of Lent during his weekly Angelus address.

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Pope recalls importance of Holy Week in leaving lasting mark on our lives

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 16:12

In a video message to the Confraternities of Mérida, Spain, Pope Francis recalls how Holy Week is "a time of grace" to be dedicated to prayer and to our brothers and sisters most in need.

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Syria marks grim war anniversary

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 11:22

Thousands of people have taken to the streets of Syria's rebel-held northwest to mark 13 years since pro-democracy protests swept the country.

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Lord's Day Reflection: 'Transformative power of friendship'

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 08:59

As the Church marks the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Jenny Kraska, offers her thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: "Transformative Power of Friendship".

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Pope deeply saddened by death of Patriarch Neofit of Bulgaria

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 08:44

The Pope sends his heartfelt condolences to Metropolitan Yoan, the Holy Synod and the Bulgarian Orthodox Church for the passing away of Patriarch Neofit.

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Save the Children decries 'relentless mental harm' suffered by Gaza children

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 08:32

Save the Children warns of the "complete psychological destruction" Gaza children are suffering due to five months of war. The humanitarian organization appeals once again for a ceasefire and for emergency aid to be able to reach the people immediately.

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Pope mourns passing of Cardinal Cordes

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 06:14

The Cardinal, Pope Francis says, served "the Lord and the Church with fidelity and generosity, attentive to the needs of the youth and the needs of fragile individuals."

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Pope Francis meets with President of Seychelles

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 06:07

Pope Francis recieves Wavel Ramkalawan, the President of Seychelles, at the Vatican on Saturday. Ramkalawan later met with Cardinal Pietro Paroin and Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher.

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Pope to Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital: 'Your work is a mission'

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 05:46

Welcoming the community of the “Pope’s Hospital” in the Paul VI Hall Pope Francis encourages them to continue their “blessed work” of curing ill children from across the world.

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Pope to Camillo Faresin Foundation: ‘Be with the least, always!’

Sat, 03/16/2024 - 05:10

Addressing members of the Fondazione Mons. Camillo Faresin as the organization celebrates the 20th anniversary of its establishment, Pope Francis highlights the group’s work with the “least” and their commitment to “working together.”

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'Indigenous knowledge holders must be fairly recognized in co-led projects'

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 12:40

In an interview with Vatican News, Indigenous Fisheries Management Committee Chair, Mr. Herb Nakimayak of Canada, shares best practices in his industry, thanks the Pope and Vatican for their closeness, but calls for proper recognition and acknowledgement of indigenous knowledge leaders in co-led projects with the scientific community.

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Kettelkamp: Pope has strengthened safeguarding Commission

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 11:09

Vatican Radio speaks with Teresa Kettelkamp, the newly appointed Adjunct Secretary for the Pontificial Commission for the Protection of Minors.

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Dozens of migrants die aboard migrant boat in Mediterranean Sea

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 09:49

At least 60 migrants are reported to have died of hunger, thirst, and burns after the engine of their rubber dinghy broke down during an attempted crossing from Libya to Italy.

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South Sudan: Step by step, women of the Gospel weave peace

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 09:40

It’s been a year since the ecumenical pilgrimage of Pope Francis to the war-torn country of South Sudan. The process of healing and reconciling after years of trauma is still in progress, and women religious are playing a significant role in it.

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Angolan Bishops concerned about recent restrictions on freedom of worship.

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 08:34

Catholic Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and Sao Tome (CEAST) have condemned restrictions on the freedom of Sunday worship in some parts of Angolan society.

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Von Braun: Indigenous wisdom in healthcare 'has served humanity tremendously'

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 07:00

In an interview with Vatican News on the sidelines of the Vatican-sponsored workshop regarding Indigenous Peoples, Professor Joachim von Braun, the President of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, says Indigenous wisdom in the field of healthcare, and other areas, has enriched mankind.

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Message for Ramadan encourages working together for world peace

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 06:45

"Let us join in extinguishing the fires of hatred, violence and war, and instead light the gentle candle of peace." These words underscore the appeal of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue in its Message for the Month of Ramadan and ‘Id Al-Fitr to our Muslim brothers and sisters. The message calls on Christians as well to work together for peace, the respect and protection of human life.

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Pope: "May the Jubilee help the People of God live hope"

Fri, 03/15/2024 - 06:35

Addressing members of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Pope Francis reflects on the Jubilee of Hope and calls for the promotion a “spirituality of mercy” to overcome secularism.

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