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Following the Angelus prayer, Pope Francis strongly condemned the recent “abominable” raids by jihadist militias in the African country, which have claimed the lives of at least 200 people, including many women and children. In the month of August, the extremist militants carried out several actions in various areas of the country. By: Marco Guerra – Vatican News Published on: 2nd September 2024 Pope Francis expressed his sorrow after the Angelus prayer for the serious terrorist attack that struck a village in Burkina Faso a week ago. The Pope condemned the action and expressed solidarity with the entire nation: “With…

Welcome to the Papal Autumn Schedule! As the autumn season approaches, the Vatican has made public the exciting lineup of papal events taking place in October. From the opening and closing celebrations of the second session of the Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops on Synodality to a special Mass for the canonization of Blesseds, there is much to anticipate in the coming weeks. By Antonella Palermo Second Session of the Synod of Bishops On 2nd October, amidst the presence of the Guardian Angels, the Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops will kick off at 9:30…

Welcome Professor Paolo Garonna, the New President of Centesimus Annus pro Pontifice Foundation! Exciting news! Professor Paolo Garonna has been appointed as the new President of the Centesimus Annus pro Pontifice Foundation, a prestigious Vatican-chartered academic institution dedicated to promoting the legacy of St. John Paul II’s social encyclical of the same name. This exciting new appointment comes as Professor Anna Maria Tarantola steps down after serving as President since 2019. Professor Garonna, a highly esteemed member of the Foundation’s Scientific Committee since 2008, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his new role. With a background in Economic…

Welcome to the recent gathering of Catholic Diocesan priests from Zambia’s eleven dioceses and archdioceses, all brought together by the Association of Zambian Diocesan Catholic Clergy (AZADCC). This four-day national conference took place in the charming town of Kabwe under the theme “Priests Transforming Communities and the Environment in the Spirit of Synodality” at the Stephen Luwisha School Hall in Kabwe Diocese. An Emphasis on Brotherhood The host Bishop, Clement Mulenga SDB, set the tone with his opening remarks, highlighting the crucial role brotherhood plays in the lives of priests. Stressing the significance of unity and camaraderie among priests, Bishop…

Welcome to a Gathering of Women of Faith from Different Backgrounds to Promote Peace Women of different faiths recently came together in Montagnaga, a charming town in northern Italy, as part of the “Women of Faith for Peace” movement. The gathering focused on breaking down barriers of prejudice and hatred, while seeking new ways to build dialogue in conflict zones. Written by Tiziana Campisi The event was organized by the Women of Faith for Peace movement, in collaboration with several organizations, and took place in Montagnaga, Trento. Participants engaged in various workshops centered around the theme of peace, shared in…

Francesco, nei saluti dopo l’Angelus, torna ad invocare la pace per il Medio Oriente e l’Ucraina. Il suo appello affinché non si fermino i negoziati per il cessate il fuoco a Gaza e Gerusalemme sia luogo di incontro tra le religioni. Parlando della martoriata popolazione ucraina, il Pontefice ricorda che Dio non rimane indifferente alla sua sofferenza Di: Marco Guerra – Vatican News Data di pubblicazione: 2 Settembre 2024 Faccio appello affinché non si fermino i negoziati, si cessi subito il fuoco, si rilascino gli ostaggi e si soccorra la popolazione a Gaza dove si stanno diffondendo tante malattie, inclusa…

An Inspiring Story of Courage and Faith Ján Havlík, a Slovak seminarian of the Congregation of the Mission, was beatified on August 31 in Slovakia. His unwavering Christian faith and courage under the communist regime earned him this honor. A Beacon of Hope and Forgiveness Born on February 12, 1928, Ján Havlík endured 14 years of persecution, torture, and forced labor for his faith and vocation. Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, at the beatification ceremony, described him as a joyful and compassionate person who continued to shine bright despite the adversities. Words of Encouragement from Pope Francis During the Angelus prayer, Pope…

Welcome Pope Francis with Music: Indonesian Children Prepare for His Visit Get ready to experience a heartwarming performance as 101 children from various schools and youth organizations in Jakarta, Indonesia, rehearse diligently to welcome Pope Francis to the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. The excitement is palpable as these talented young musicians prepare to greet the Holy Father during his Apostolic Visit to Indonesia. By Mark Saludes and Peter Monthienvichienchai, LiCAS News These talented children hail from four different schools – Sta. Ursula Jakarta, Sta. Maria Jakarta, Sta. Theresia Jakarta, and Strada Van Lith 1, as well as…

Welcome to Cardinal John Ribat’s Blog! Greetings, fellow readers! Today, I am thrilled to share with you my thoughts on the upcoming 45th Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis, where he will be visiting Papua New Guinea from September 6-9. As the Archbishop of Port Moresby, I am honored to welcome Pope Francis to our beautiful country. This historic visit is set to be a momentous event for the 500,000 inhabitants of our diocese, which is comprised of 22 parishes, with 19 in the city and the rest in rural areas. The Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Jesus first arrived…

Welcome to the insightful world of Cardinal Ignatius Suharyo Hardjoatmodjo, as he shares his thoughts on the anticipated visit of Pope Francis to Indonesia in this exclusive article published on L’Osservatore Romano. As Pope Francis embarks on his 45th Apostolic Journey abroad, the Archbishop of Jakarta expresses his excitement for the Pope’s upcoming visit from September 3 to 6. Not only Catholics, but also members of other faith communities eagerly anticipate the presence of Pope Francis in Indonesia. Even before the official announcement of the Pope’s visit by the Government of Indonesia and the Bishops’ Conference, the Grand Imam of…