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Welcome Pope Francis to Papua New Guinea! The anticipation is palpable in Port Moresby as the residents eagerly await the arrival of Pope Francis in Papua New Guinea on Friday evening, 6 September. This visit marks the second leg of his two-week Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania. By Claudia Torres – from Port Moresby The city of Port Moresby is buzzing with excitement as preparations are underway for Pope Francis’ visit. Catholics from all corners of the country are converging on this vibrant city. From the mountainous Highlands to the Islands, Momase, and Southern regions, people are coming together…

Welcome Pope Francis to Papua New Guinea! Overcoming Patriarchal Mentalities with Papal Visit As Pope Francis embarks on the second leg of his 45th Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania, the media coordinator of the visit for the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands shares insights into how the Pope’s presence could help the country overcome the patriarchal mentality that still lingers within Papuan society. By Lisa Zengarini and Claudia Torres – Port Moresby Having concluded an impactful visit to Indonesia, Pope Francis is now making his way to the picturesque country of Papua New Guinea,…

Welcome to the next leg of Pope Francis’s journey as he concludes his visit to Indonesia and heads to Papua New Guinea on his Apostolic Journey through Asia and Oceania! By Vatican News staff reporter The day started with a private Mass at the Apostolic Nunciature in Jakarta, Indonesia, as Pope Francis prepared for his flight to Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Upon arrival at the airport, the Holy Father was warmly welcomed by Indonesia’s Minister for Religious Affairs, the Cardinal Archbishop of Jakarta, and various civil and religious dignitaries. As he bid farewell to those gathered to see him…

The Vibrant Church of Papua New Guinea: A Rich History and Bright Future As Pope Francis prepares to visit Papua New Guinea, Archbishop Rochus Joseph Tatamai, MSC, of the Archdiocese of Rabaul, reflects on the unique and vibrant Church in the country. Despite being “far and at the periphery”, Papua New Guinea boasts a flourishing Church with a strong presence of young people filling the pews. By Claudia Torres – Port Moresby The Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) have been instrumental in the evangelization and development of Papua New Guinea since their arrival in 1882. Archbishop Tatamai highlights their…

Recently, the European Commission has reached a common agreement with Italy regarding beach concessions. The adoption of the decree law is seen as a significant step in the right direction, with hopes of closing the infringement procedure once Italian legislation is fully aligned with EU law. A Commission spokesperson emphasized that cooperation with Rome will continue to ensure that the reform becomes effective with new bidding procedures by 2027. Another EU spokesperson added that the government’s decision is crucial and must now be implemented. Eric Mamer, the Chief Commission spokesperson, highlighted the importance of translating the recent government decision into…

Latest News from the Middle East 18:04 Egyptian Sources: ‘No More Tunnels under Philadelphia’ Egyptian security sources at the Rafah border crossing and an “official” from northern Sinai have refuted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s claims that the Egyptian border with Gaza is used for smuggling weapons to Hamas terrorists. These sources, speaking to ANSA, stated that the tunnels were completely eliminated in 2015 and that there have been no underground passages in the Filadelfia corridor between Rafah and the Mediterranean coast in the last nine years. From this “number one international reference point” to the intersection of the Egyptian-Palestinian-Israeli…

Welcome to a Heartwarming Encounter with Pope Francis at the Indonesian Episcopal Conference! After a profound Interreligious Meeting at the Istiqlal Mosque, the Holy Father embarked on a journey to the Headquarters of the Indonesian Episcopal Conference. Here, a touching meeting awaited with those supported by charitable organizations. Upon his arrival, Pope Francis graciously entered the Henry Soetio Hall to meet with a group of individuals facing challenges – the sick, people with disabilities, and the impoverished beneficiaries of various charitable organizations affiliated with the Indonesian Episcopal Conference. The gathering commenced with a soul-stirring song, a warm welcome from the…

Reflections on Pope Francis’ Visit to Indonesia Before Mass with Pope Francis at Indonesia’s national stadium, two young Catholics shared their thoughts on the Pope’s visit to their country. By Linda Bordoni in Jakarta and Joseph Tulloch in the Vatican Excitement filled the air on Thursday evening as Pope Francis celebrated Mass for around 100,000 people at Jakarta’s Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Prior to the liturgy, Vatican News caught up with two young Indonesians to hear about their experiences as members of the country’s Catholic minority and their hopes for the Pope’s visit. Meet Eugene, a 24-year-old sustainability consultant, and…

During his apostolic journey to Indonesia on September 5, Pope Francis took part in three pivotal events before heading to Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore. First, he visited the “Istiqlal” mosque in Jakarta, the largest in Southeast Asia, where he engaged in an interreligious meeting and explored the “tunnel of friendship” linking the mosque to the Catholic cathedral. The signing of the “Istiqlal 2024 Joint Declaration” marked a significant step towards fostering a culture of respect and interfaith dialogue to address issues like violence and climate change. Following this, the Pope met with individuals supported by charitable organizations…

Romadailynews Radiogiornale Buon pomeriggio dalla redazione, sono Giuliano Ferrigno. Un uomo di 50 anni è attualmente disperso dopo essere stato investito dalla piena del Torrente Orco mentre si trovava sul suo trattore nel Torinese, in Italia, soprattutto nella zona settentrionale. Oggi saranno 24 ore di maltempo estremo, con oltre 150 litri di pioggia per metro quadrato previsti in poche ore. Temporali contratti, alluvioni impetuose e lampi sono attesi a causa di una perturbazione atlantica che ha raggiunto il nostro paese dalla Francia. Le prossime ore vedranno piogge torrenziali e nubifragi continuare a colpire il nord-ovest del versante tirrenico settentrionale. Le…