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Rafael de Mosteyrín, a priest and chaplain of the CDP Torrealba, shares his insights on the significance of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, commemorated on September 14. *** In a tale as old as time, it is said that God refines each soul through trials and purifies it with the touch of the Cross, preparing them to serve Him more faithfully. There once lived a man who possessed a unique mill, specially crafted for the delicate task of grinding cinnamon. When the essential stones used in the mill wore out, the man faced a dilemma as they were costly…

Prince Harry, the rebellious prince, reaches the significant milestone of 40 years as he remains physically and psychologically distant from the British royal family after the rift in 2020 and self-exile in the United States with his wife Meghan. His choice seems to reflect a certain serenity now, as conveyed in a note to the BBC, to still send a message to the UK. The second son of King Charles and the late Princess Diana expressed being “excited” for his important birthday on Sunday, September 15, no longer feeling “anxious” like when he turned 30 and hadn’t found balance yet.…

Welcome to the Benedictine Confederation Blog! Exciting news from the Congress of Abbots meeting in Rome! Abbot Jeremias Schröder from Germany has been elected as the new Abbot Primate of the Benedictine Confederation. Check out his official portrait below: Abbot Schröder, who will be celebrating his 60th birthday in December, previously served as the Abbot President of the Congregation of St. Ottilien Archabbey in Eresing, Germany. The election took place at the Primatial Abbey of the Benedictine Order of Sant’Anselmo in Rome, with over 200 abbots from around the world in attendance. With 40 years of experience as a Benedictine…

La vita di un oncologo non è facile, costantemente confrontato con la malattia e la morte. Il fenomeno del burnout tra gli oncologi è in aumento, diventando un’emergetza reale con 1 su 4 che considererebbe addirittura di lasciare la professione. È quanto emerge da una ricerca condotta dalla Società europea di oncologia medica (Esmo) che ha rilevato come il problema colpisca più di due terzi dei giovani oncologi in Europa. Le difficoltà affrontate dagli oncologi sono state ulteriormente evidenziate da tre indagini globali condotte durante la pandemia di Covid-19. L’Esmo, che attualmente tiene il suo congresso a Barcellona, chiede un’azione…

Welcome to the 500th anniversary celebration of the Theatine Regulars! Pope Francis recently encouraged the Theatine order to embrace renewal, communion, and service with joy as they commemorate the solemn profession of their founder, St Cajetan, and his first companions. As St Peter’s Basilica stands today, it is difficult to imagine that 500 years ago, when St Cajetan and the first Theatines made their vows, the church was more like a construction site than the grand structure we see now. Pope Francis drew on this history to emphasize the importance of taking courageous paths of renewal to remain faithful to…

Telescopi e binocoli a portata di mano, accanto a musica, poesie, conferenze, laboratori per bambini e lezioni di astrofotografia: tutto è pronto per la Notte della Luna, l’evento internazionale promosso dalla Nasa per celebrare il satellite naturale della Terra, nonché l’oggetto più luminoso e grande del cielo notturno che da sempre ha ispirato generazioni di artisti e che adesso è anche la nuova frontiera dell’esplorazione spaziale. Scatta nel fine settimana il via alle centinaia di eventi in programma in tutto il mondo, mentre la Luna stessa si prepara, pochi giorni più tardi, a dare spettacolo con la seconda Superluna dell’anno…

– Pubblicità – Are you ready to dive into the excitement of the World Skate Games 2024? The event is currently ongoing until September 22 across 4 regions in Italy. Team Italy continues to shine bright, leading the provisional overall standings with 12 gold medals, 13 silver medals, and 10 bronze medals, for a total of 35 medals so far. The results reflect the outstanding performance of the Italian National Team across various disciplines in the prestigious world championship. In Rome, the stunning setting of the Pincio terrace witnessed captivating Inline freestyle competitions in Free Jump, Slide, and…

Welcome to this week’s News from the Orient! Embracing the Ethiopian New Year in Style It’s time to celebrate as Ethiopians mark the beginning of the year 2017 on Wednesday, 11th September. Enkutatash, the Ethiopian New Year’s Day, signifies the end of the rainy season, the feast of Saint John, and the legendary arrival of the Queen of Sheba in Jerusalem. The air is filled with bonfires, melodies, and traditional dances. Children joyfully dance in the streets, spreading around flowers and exquisite miniature paintings. While rooted in Christianity, this festive occasion transcends religious boundaries and is embraced by all. Communion…

Embarking on his journey back to Rome from Singapore, Pope Francis shared insightful remarks with journalists regarding the civilian tragedy in Gaza and the upcoming US elections. He emphasized the importance of conscience in choosing between Harris and Trump, condemned abortion and the mistreatment of migrants, and expressed optimism about the Church’s collaboration with China. The Holy Father’s reflections on various topics were engaging and thought-provoking. His observations about Singapore’s culture and people, and the inspiring interreligious meeting he attended, shed light on the country’s unique charm. Pope Francis also touched on the importance of fair wages for low-paid migrants,…

Witness the awe-inspiring journey of the Singapore Airlines flight A350 as it takes off under a partially cloudy sky, embarking on a flight that spans over continents and oceans. Flying over Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Burma, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and many other countries, the plane covers a quarter of the world’s distance on its route back to Rome. Experiencing a historic 12-day pilgrimage that commenced on September 2, the Pope visited four countries in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore. His mission was to inspire and strengthen the Catholic faithful, encouraging them to continue their…