Church and World•Vatican City

New Ambassador of Turkey Presents His Letters of Credence

Pope Francis sent a message to the Turkish people through the new Ambassador.

Feb 16, 2023 19:35

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Pope Francis

The Diffusion of The Bible Through The Publication of Texts Is a Praiseworthy Endeavour, Says the Pope To Translators of Sacred Scripture.

Address during the meeting with the Delegation of the United Bible Societies.

Feb 16, 2023 19:31

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Local Church

After Lightning Struck Rio de Janeiro’s Christ the Redeemer, a Report Was Issued on the State of the Famous Monument

The inspection carried out by a team of the company in charge of the conservation, investigation, mapping and restoration of the image located at the summit of the Morro do Corcovado, Southern Cone — after a recent storm where a strong lightning strike was recorded at the head of the monument –, verified that there was no damage done to the monument. 

Feb 15, 2023 20:18

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Analysis Opinion•Justice and Peace•Local Church

USA: 20 Prosecutors Against the FBI for Harassment and Prejudice Against Catholics

The case of the FBI’s Memorandum against Catholics that go to Mass in Latin continues to make news. Prosecutors of 20 Federal States wrote Attorney General Merrick Garland to demand that Federal Agents and President Biden stop attacking Americans for their beliefs. 

Feb 15, 2023 20:14

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General Audience•Pope Francis

Pope Francis Explains Why Proclaim, What to Proclaim and How to Proclaim

The Holy Father’s General Audience on Wednesday, February 15, on “The Passion for Evangelization: The First Apostolate [Is] the Believer’s Apostolic Zeal.”

Feb 15, 2023 20:07

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Dicasteries•Pope Francis

Pope Francis Appoints Secretary for the Dicastery of Oriental Churches and Member for the Dicastery of the Causes of Saints

A Lebanese priest and a Portuguese Cardinal come to Dicasteries of the Holy See.

Feb 15, 2023 19:59

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Church and World•Protection of vulnerable people

Brazilian University Revokes Doctorate Honoris Causa from Jesuit Father Mario Rupnik

The Doctorate Honoris Causa was conferred on Father Rupnik in November 2022.

Feb 15, 2023 19:39

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Local Church•Pope Francis

Nicaraguan Dictator Writes to the Pope. The Pontiff Pronounces Himself in Public on Nicaragua

Just on Friday, February 10, the husband and wife team of Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, which governs Nicaragua, sent a letter to Pope Francis on the occasion of the signing of the Lateran Pacts.

Feb 12, 2023 19:57

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Local Church

France: the Study Commission presents its report on Jean Vanier and Thomas Philippe

Furthermore, L’Arche wishes to reaffirm its commitment to the promotion of a culture of good treatment and protection against all types of abuse, and this concerns everyone who participates in the life of L’Arche.

Feb 11, 2023 00:11

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Local Church

Henry VIII of England’s Anglicans: no to gay marriage as a sacrament, yes to blessings in their churches

The Church of England’s General Synod has welcomed proposals which would enable same-sex couples to come to church after a civil marriage or civil partnership to give thanks, dedicate their relationship to God and receive God’s blessing.

Feb 11, 2023 00:08

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Local Church

Construction of Baghdad’s Chaldean Patriarchate almost finished

The patriarchate is located in Baghdad, Iraq, at the Cathedral of Mary Mother of Sorrows. The current patriarch is Cardinal Louis Raphael I Sako, who is supported by Shlemon Warduni, the archbishop of Erbil, and Basel Yaldo, the auxiliary bishop of Baghdad.

Feb 11, 2023 00:02

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Local Church

European Continental Assembly: final remarks

In addition, 270 online participants took part in the assembly. They were delegates of the national Bishops’ Conferences, divided into 12 groups, and presented the summaries of their work to the Assembly.

Feb 10, 2023 23:56

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