Pope Francis Decries Israeli Bombing of Catholic School in Gaza

Jul 10, 2024 06:35

, Pope Francis expressed his pain over the recent bombings by Israel and Russia against innocent people Photo: Vatican Media

the attacks, apparently launched by the Israeli army against the Holy Family School in Gaza

The statement argued that diplomatic avenues had not been fully explored before the resort to military force

Pope Francis received the participants of the 97th Plenary Assembly of the Reunion of Aid Agencies for the Oriental Churches (ROACO)

The church leaders argue these measures aim to reduce the Christian presence in the Holy Land deliberately.

Hana Bendcowsky, director of programs at the Rossing Center

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In Vatican gardens, before Palestinian and Israeli ambassadors, Pope calls for peace with this clarity

Pope’s Remarks at the Commemoration of the 10th Anniversary of the Invocation for Peace in the Holy Land

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Monumental statue of Jesus Christ to be placed in Jerusalem

The statue is made of a material that reflects the sun’s rays and reflects the beauty of the sky and nature. Its color changes depending on the sun’s rays. You see it one color in the morning, another in the afternoon and another in the evening.

Jun 04, 2024 19:11

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12,000 Masses in 10 Years: The Magdala Center’s Chapel Celebrates a Decade with 1.3 Million Pilgrims

Magdala has not only been a place of pilgrimage but also a Center of reception and service. Over the past 10 years, Duc in Altum has welcomed more than 1.3 million pilgrims, being the venue where 12,000 Masses have been celebrated, as well as Weddings, Baptisms and Confirmations.

Jun 04, 2024 17:13

Ana Paula Morales

Holy Land•Testimonies

After 7 months without being able to return, Catholic priest manages to re-enter his parish in Gaza

He highlighted that 36 Christians have perished in Gaza since the conflict began, “20 of whom died due to Israeli army bombings or sniper fire”, while “the others primarily succumbed to the lack of medicine”.

May 30, 2024 17:43

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Catholic Bishop of Jerusalem Tells How Christians Suffer Israeli Invasion of Gaza

Statements by Bishop Shomali, Auxiliary Bishop of Jerusalem, on Christian victims of the armed conflict

May 23, 2024 07:03

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Leo XIV begins 2026 with a new papal staff: here is the meaning… and the photos

In a Church often scrutinized for its symbols, Leo XIV’s choice is neither ornamental nor nostalgic. It is a visual theology, compressed into metal and form, reminding both shepherd and faithful that the path forward passes through the wounds of history—but does not end there

Ordinary time, our baptism, and the memory of a gift received: a simple reflection by Leo XIV

Address on the occasion of the Angelus prayer on Sunday, January 11, 2026

Pope Francis Decries Israeli Bombing of Catholic School in Gaza

Israel targets Catholic Church school in Gaza

Mayor of Jerusalem hosts Catholic and Orthodox leaders: tax collection on the table

Israeli embassy attacks Catholic leaders in the Holy Land for comments on Gaza massacre

«Promoting peace and freeing prisoners are signs of Christian identity,» Pope Francis asks benefactors of Eastern Catholics

Israel also against Christians: pressure to take away temples under the pretext of taxes?

Alarming increase in hostilities by Jews against Christians (including Catholics) in Israel in 2023

In Vatican gardens, before Palestinian and Israeli ambassadors, Pope calls for peace with this clarity

Monumental statue of Jesus Christ to be placed in Jerusalem

12,000 Masses in 10 Years: The Magdala Center’s Chapel Celebrates a Decade with 1.3 Million Pilgrims

After 7 months without being able to return, Catholic priest manages to re-enter his parish in Gaza

Catholic Bishop of Jerusalem Tells How Christians Suffer Israeli Invasion of Gaza