These are Pope Francis’ prayer intentions for 2024
Each month Pope Francis shares a prayer intention as part of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network.
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Missionary roots: Claretian priest installed as bishop in the Philippines
The new prelate reassured the public of the diocese's inclusivity, emphasizing that everyone is welcome and no one will be left behind
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Promoting peace through dialogue: Thai youth go the “Ektra” mile for religious harmony
Finalists proposed diverse strategies to address challenges such as religious discrimination and fostering interfaith understanding
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Catholic and Buddhist leaders gather in Bangkok to celebrate Cardinal Ayuso’s life and mission
The event highlighted the bond between religions, a connection strengthened by the Cardinal's dedication to fostering interfaith understanding
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At CSMS 2024, Church communicators urged to reach beyond online followers
A Vatican communications official has challenged Catholic communicators to look beyond their online followers and reach those who are distant from the Church.
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Vietnamese priest who died for his flock set to be beatified
Fr. Diep, born in 1897 in the province of An Giang, was martyred in 1946 during the turbulent period of the first Vietnam War
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A century of ‘Serviam’
The Ursuline Sisters celebrated their 100th anniversary in Thailand on Nov. 23 at Mater Dei School, the congregation’s first house and school in the country. The event marked a century of the Ursulines’ significant contributions to education and social development in predominantly Buddhist Thailand. Mater Dei School, alma mater to two kings of Thailand and […]
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Vatican diplomat to India and Nepal urges recognition of Indigenous traditions in Synodal living
Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli described tribal life as naturally synodal, rooted in mutual belonging and collective decision-making
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Cardinal Tagle: Placing the heart at the center of the Jubilee
Tagle tells Vatican News how the heart of Jesus is an important key to understand Pope Francis’ writings and actions
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Holy See and China extend Provisional Agreement on appointment of bishops
After “appropriate consultation and assessment,” the Holy See and the People’s Republic of China have agreed to extend the Provisional Agreement on the appointment of Bishops for another 4 years.
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Sri Lanka’s New President vows uncompromised probe into 2019 Easter attacks
The new leader of Sri Lanka vowed that the reopened investigation into the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks would not be compromised, as he ordered a formal inquiry to begin. “We will not be swayed or hindered by any attempts to derail this process. We are committed to conducting a fair investigation and revealing the truth. […]
