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Rome’s Ancient Colosseum Hosts Way of the Cross with Pope Francis' Theme of Renewal
Unable to attend the Good Friday ceremony in person for the third consecutive year, the pope offered deep meditations for the Way of the Cross.
What are the Good Friday Reproaches?
The Good Friday Reproaches are a series of antiphons, known also as “Popule Meus” (“My People”), coming from the opening lines of the Latin text of the recitation.
On Good Friday, Vatican Preacher Says Authentic Intelligence is Found in Self-giving Love
Father Roberto Pasolini, OFM Cap, in his homily emphasized the importance of self-gift over self-reliance and on surrender of one’s life and suffering to God.
Angels of Rome’s Ponte Sant’Angelo Guide Pilgrims through Christ’s Passion: Photos
The recently restored Ponte Sant’Angelo in Rome features 10 angels holding symbols of Christ’s passion, creating a profound spiritual journey for jubilee pilgrims.
Catholic Archbishop in Malawi Urges Priests to Celebrate Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year as “ambassadors of hope”
Catholic Priests are expected to participate in the ongoing Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year as “ambassadors of hope”, Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa of Malawi’s Catholic Archdiocese of Blantyre has said.
Over 50 Killed in Latest Attack in Nigeria’s Plateau State, Catholic Bishop Decries “tranquilizing drug of complacency”
The people of God in Nigeria seem to have consumed a “tranquilizer” that is behind their silence amid deadly attacks, Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has said.
Pope Francis Makes Surprise Visit to Regina Coeli Prison on Holy Thursday, Meets with Some 70 Inmates
According to the Vatican, the pope met with approximately 70 inmates who regularly participate in activities and catechesis organized by prison’s chaplaincy.
To Enhance Experience of Jubilee Pilgrims to Rome, Security, Technological Enhancements Made to St. Peter’s Basilica
With the aim of improving the experience of pilgrims traveling to Rome for the holy year, the Fabric of St. Peter has led various restoration and innovation projects.
Over 20,000 Youths at Diocesan Synod in Cameroon’s Douala Archdiocese Urged to Resist Vices, Reciprocate God’s Love
At the conclusion of a three-year Diocesan Synod that targeted young people, Archbishop Samuel Kleda of Cameroon’s Douala Archdiocese urged the more than 20,000 participants to come to terms with the love God for them even as they make meaning of the modern world and resisting vices, be disposed to reciprocate God’s love.
Holy Week Pilgrims in Rome Take Up Ancient Seven Churches Walks
The practice of church pilgrimages dates back centuries in the Catholic Church.
"The Chosen" Hits Milestone as Creator Reflects on Powerful Last Supper Portrayal
Dallas Jenkins, creator of “The Chosen,” along with some of the actors from the show shared their experiences of filming Season 5 of the popular Christian series.
More than 1,800 Catholic Priests, Cardinals, Bishops Celebrate Holy Thursday Chrism Mass Inside St. Peter’s Basilica
On Holy Thursday, more than 1,880 priests, bishops, and cardinals renewed the promises made at their ordinations during the chrism Mass inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
At Chrism Mass, Catholic Bishop in Kenya Urges Priests to Realize “hope-giving, faith-building ministry”
Bishop John Oballa Owaa of the Catholic Diocese of Ngong in Kenya has called upon Priests ministering in his Episcopal See to make the fostering of hope and the building of faith part and parcel of their Priestly ministry.
More Groups Join Cry for Safety of Bishop Anagbe after Speaking Out against Christian Persecution in Nigeria
“His fight is our fight”, Catholics in Nigeria's Catholic Diocese of Makurdi have said, declaring solidarity with their shepherd, Bishop Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe, who has received arrest threats for telling the world that Nigeria is unsafe for Christians.
Remain “truly” Devoted to Priestly Mission: Catholic Archbishop in Tanzania at Chrism Mass
Archbishop Jude Thaddaeus Ruwa’ichi of Tanzania’s Catholic Archdiocese of Dar-es-Salaam has urged Priests in his Metropolitan See to be true to their Priestly calling, adequately nourishing the people of God under their pastoral care in Christian faith.
Pope Francis Welcomes Gemelli Medical Teams to the Vatican, Thanks Them for Their Care
The 88-year-old Holy Father greeted approximately 70 men and women representing leadership and staff from the hospital.
Catholic Missionary Priest Reaching Out to Patients in “extreme poverty” in Liberia
A Catholic missionary Priest ministering in Liberia is helping patients in “extreme poverty”, including people with disabilities to access medical services free of charge.
“More still needs to be done”: Bishop in South Africa Calls for Increased Awareness amid Surge in Human Trafficking
The Chairperson of the Social Action Department at the South African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has called for increased awareness on human trafficking and gender-based violence among other social injustices that are said to be on the rise in South Africa.
Pope Francis: God’s Merciful Love Goes Out in Search of All Those Who Are Lost
Using Rembrandt’s painting “Return of the Prodigal Son” as inspiration, the Holy Father said God’s love is like that of a father who goes out in search of his lost children.
Lourdes Announces 72nd Miracle: Italian Pilgrim Cured of Degenerative Disease
Father Michel Daubanes, the rector of the sanctuary, made the announcement on Wednesday following the completion of a rosary at the French shrine.
