Hate crimes against Christians in Europe are on the rise: these are the facts

Nov 20, 2024 18:35

Joachin Meisner Hertz

Church of the Cross in Wissen, Germany Photo: Alfa & Omega

Pope Francis made a significant announcement during his weekly audience in St. Peter’s Square: the Vatican will host the “World Meeting on Children’s Rights”, titled “Love Them and Protect Them,”

The Pope expressed deep compassion for the victims and reaffirmed the Holy See’s commitment to advocating for the release of those still held captive in Gaza.

These two young role models, celebrated for their faith and service, will be elevated to sainthood during events tied to the Holy Year 2025

TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN THE DIALOGUE PROMOTED BY THE DICASTERY FOR INTERRELIGIOUS DIALOGUE

the Pope presided over the traditional General Audience in St. Peter’s Square.

The Pope to Young Iraqi Christians: Your Mission Is to Be Light in the Darkness

The «Ankawa Youth Meeting» is the largest Christian gathering in Iraq. It began in 2013, though it had to be suspended the following year due to the occupation of the Nineveh Plains — where Erbil is located — by ISIS and the ensuing conflict.

Leo XIV Reveals The Four Things He Will Do While on Vacation, Which Might Also Inspire Other Catholics’ Vacation

After settling into the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo, Leo XIV appeared on the central balcony and revealed his plans for his vacation.

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