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Building Bridges: Pope Francis Emphasizes Dialogue with Buddhist Monks A ray of hope in a wounded world: Pope Francis recently welcomed a delegation of Buddhist monks from the Wat Phra Cetuphon temple in Bangkok, Thailand. This meeting underscored the importance of fostering dialogue and cooperation between different faith traditions for the betterment of humanity. In his remarks, Pope Francis expressed deep gratitude for the enduring friendship and collaboration between the Church and the Buddhist community. He highlighted the need for unity in addressing the challenges faced by our broken world, emphasizing the importance of working together to bring healing and…

In an engaging interview with Vatican News, the Rev. Joseph B. Ingle, a death row prison chaplain, shares his reflections on his pastoral work and advocacy. One particular story that stands out is his involvement in seeking clemency for Robert Sullivan, a death row inmate, in the 1980s. The remarkable part of this narrative is the personal intervention of Pope John Paul II, who pleaded for Sullivan’s pardon to save his life. Rediscovering Purpose: For nearly half a century, Rev. Joseph B. Ingle has been a guiding light for prisoners facing capital punishment in the southern United States. However, he…

Welcome to the Blog about Fr. Joseph Kentenich and the Schoenstatt Movement In 1949, Fr. Kentenich wrote a groundbreaking letter to the bishop of Trier that reached the German Episcopate. This letter expressed his charism and was offered to Mary in the Schoenstatt Shrine in Bellavista, Chile. This act caused an unprecedented commotion within the Church. As we celebrate the 75th jubilee of this significant event, we are excited to present a series of articles focusing on this subject. The first article in this series will provide a summary of the events related to Joseph Kentenich’s exile, his mission for…

Are you gearing up to tackle the IMAT exam? Let me share with you my experience from 2016 when I achieved a top 15 score for my university, La Sapienza. The key to success in preparing for the IMAT lies in understanding your own background and tailoring your study approach accordingly. Personally, coming fresh out of high school with a strong scientific background thanks to my Cambridge A levels in biology, chemistry, and mathematics, I found the scientific components of the exam to be a breeze. Leveraging the same textbooks I used for my A levels, I breezed through the…

Exploring Rome’s Public Transportation When in Rome, getting around the city is made easy with its extensive public transportation system. From buses to metro and trams, you have options to travel around the beautiful streets of Rome. Buses With buses running 24 hours a day on countless routes, you can always find a way to get home, no matter the time. Daytime buses start early in the morning and continue until just before midnight. While nighttime buses serve fewer routes, connecting main neighborhoods to the city center. Rest assured, you’ll always find a way to reach your destination. Metro/Tram Rome’s…

Roberto Benigni, the famous Italian actor and comedian, recently delivered a captivating monologue in St Peter’s Square on World Children’s Day. Known for his infectious energy and wit, Benigni wowed the crowd with his reflections on dreams, fairytales, difficulties, doubts, and the Sermon on the Mount. In his speech, Benigni touched on the importance of dreaming with your eyes open, embracing fairytales as lessons in overcoming challenges, and facing difficulties with perseverance. He encouraged the young audience to embrace uncertainty and skepticism, highlighting the beauty of mistakes and the necessity of doubt. One of the most poignant moments of the…

Un approfondimento della rubrica Signal di Meduza ha esaminato il sostegno alla guerra della popolazione russa. La discrepanza tra la “maggioranza dei russi” e il campione degli intervistati nei sondaggi, sempre meno credibili, evidenzia il potenziale di manipolazione e disinformazione. Un esempio è il “maschio russo medio”, che amplifica slogan patriottici. Di: Stefano Caprio – Asia News Data di pubblicazione: 26 Maggio 2024 Una delle dimensioni più sconvolgenti della grande guerra della Russia contro il mondo è il sostegno della popolazione agli istinti imperiali della casta governante, un fenomeno difficile da comprendere e accettare. La rubrica Signal di Meduza ha…

A Message of Hope and Faith for Children: Pope Francis Reflects on World Children’s Day At a Mass in St Peter’s Square for the first World Children’s Day, Pope Francis delivered a powerful message of faith and love. He emphasized that “God created us, Jesus saved us, and the Holy Spirit accompanies us throughout our life.” This special event was the culmination of the first World Children’s Day, a gathering that brought together around 50,000 young people in Rome’s Olympic Stadium. The atmosphere was filled with joy and hope as the Pope shared his words of wisdom and encouragement with…

La guerra in Europa Di: NELLO SCAVO – Avvenire Data di pubblicazione: 26 Maggio 2024 I Paesi membri della NATO, che forniscono armi all’Ucraina, stanno valutando se consentire a Kiev di utilizzarle anche contro obiettivi militari in Russia. Questo è quanto ha dichiarato il segretario generale della NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, all’Economist. Secondo il settimanale britannico, Stoltenberg ha specificamente fatto riferimento agli Stati Uniti. “È giunto il momento per gli alleati di valutare la revoca di alcune restrizioni sull’uso delle armi fornite all’Ucraina”, ha affermato. “Negare all’Ucraina la possibilità di utilizzare queste armi contro obiettivi militari legittimi in territorio russo rende…

Papa Francesco ha tenuto un importante colloquio con l’emittente statunitense Cbs, ribadendo l’accoglienza della Chiesa verso “tutti” e chiarendo alcuni punti delle benedizioni previste da Fiducia Supplicans. Ha anche condannato il “business” della maternità surrogata diventata e le ideologie sempre “cattive”. Inoltre, ha rilanciato l’appello ai Paesi in guerra affinché si fermino e negozino. Riguardo ai migranti, ha esortato a non restare indifferenti e ha ribadito il no all’ordinazione femminile. Sul fronte della salute, ha dichiarato di star bene e di non aver mai pensato a rinunciare al suo ruolo. Di: Salvatore Cernuzio – Città del Vaticano Data di pubblicazione:…