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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Indian bishops urged to prioritize mission amid growing challenges
Cardinal Oswald highlighted the challenges posed by restrictive legislation impacting the Church’s mission, institutions, and programs
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Jesuit Music Ministry launches songwriting contest honoring ‘Father of Filipino Liturgical Music’
The competition aims to inspire composers to create original liturgical music, strengthening the connection between faith and culture
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Yangon Archdiocese holds follow-up synod to strengthen church renewal
The discussions are conducted through the Synodal Method of "Conversation in Spirit," which emphasizes collective discernment
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Cardinal Ferrao warns of rising threats to religious freedom in India
Despite these adversities, he called for unity and resilience, adding that “the Church in India remains vibrant and steadfast.”
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Thailand’s first Catholic nursing college celebrates four decades of service
The institution adopted the guiding motto, Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est (“Where there is charity and love, God is there”)
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Catholic social communication must inspire hope and transformation, says ARC head
Drawing from Pope Francis' teachings, he urged Catholic communicators to engage actively in offering healing and hope
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Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa: Rebuilding truth and trust is global imperative
“Without facts, you can’t have truth. Without truth, you can’t have trust. Without these three, we have no shared reality"
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CBCP designates 3 churches as national shrines
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Saturday designated three churches as national shrines.
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Indonesia’s new bishop rejects feudal titles, embraces simplicity
He called on the Catholic community to embrace the love of Christ, which he described as the distinguishing feature of the Eucharist
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Solemn Vespers opens celebrations for Indonesian bishop’s episcopal ordination
The Solemn Vespers marked the beginning of a new chapter for the diocese as the faithful came together in prayer and celebration
