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The Holy Symphony of Prayer in the Psalms Dear brothers and sisters, good morning! In preparation for the next Jubilee, I invited the devotion of the year 2024 “to a great ‘symphony’ of prayer”. With today’s catechesis, I would like to recall that the Church already possesses a captivating symphony of prayer, composed by the Holy Spirit himself, found within the Book of Psalms. Just like in any symphony, the Psalms contain various “movements” of prayer: praise, thanksgiving, supplication, lamentation, narration, and more. These songs, inspired by the Holy Spirit, have been placed on the lips of the Bride, His…

Welcome to the new era of Catholic sisters in Kenya! In a groundbreaking initiative, the Catholic sisters in Kenya, under the Association of Sisterhoods of Kenya (AOSK), have launched the Communication Network for Catholic Sisters (CNCS). This network is a platform designed to empower Catholic sisters through modern social communication, with a vision to evangelize through stories of social transformation. The Director of CNCS, Sr. Michelle Njeri OSF, expressed her excitement about the launch, highlighting the network’s goal to provide a unified communication channel for religious sisters from different congregations. She emphasized the importance of enhancing their capacity for evangelization…

Joe Biden is going to take “cocaine” for the debate to appear more reactive. Donald Trump “has spent his life denigrating African Americans. His is blatant racism.” With one week to go before the first debate, tension is high between the two White House hopefuls, engaged in a heavy exchange of mutual attacks while, according to the latest polls, they are neck and neck, both with 49% of the preferences. Putting aside calm tones and political correctness, the president and his election campaign do not miss an opportunity to push Trump. “He is a convicted criminal. But as disturbing as…

Get Ready for a Taste of Luxury: Salt Bae to Open Nusr-Et Restaurant in Rome Exciting news for food enthusiasts and steak lovers in Rome! The renowned celebrity chef and restaurateur, Salt Bae, is set to open his first restaurant in Italy under the Nusr-Et luxury steakhouse chain. In a recent Instagram post, the 40-year-old Turkish butcher, known by his real name Nusret Gökçe, shared his excitement about the upcoming venture in the heart of Rome. While the exact location of the restaurant is still a mystery, speculations suggest it could be in Piazza Augusto Imperatore, a vibrant hub in…

In an insightful interview with Vatican News, Archbishop Thomas D’Souza of Kolkata offers poignant words of comfort and hope in the aftermath of a tragic train collision in West Bengal, India. The Archbishop highlights the silver lining amidst the devastation, pointing out the remarkable cooperation and solidarity displayed by people of different faiths coming together in the face of adversity. Following the recent railway crash between a goods and passenger train in India, Archbishop D’Souza shared his thoughts with Vatican News, expressing his condolences for the lives lost and extending prayers to those affected by the tragedy. He emphasized how,…

Discovering the Symphony of Prayer in the Psalms As the Vatican shone under the bright sun during his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Francis delivered a message calling for a ‘symphony of prayer’ to echo through the hearts of the faithful. He urged everyone to engage in the prayerful reflection of Psalms, following the example set by Jesus himself. By Deborah Castellano Lubov Pope Francis, continuing his series on the Holy Spirit, took a moment to delve into the majestic beauty of the Psalms. He emphasized the importance of making these sacred verses a personal prayer, intertwining our souls with the…

Welcome to our blog! Today we are thrilled to share insights from a recent meeting on surrogacy held at the United Nations in Geneva. Gabriella Gambino, the Under-Secretary of the Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life, led a thoughtful discussion on the urgent need for international cooperation to safeguard women and children from exploitation. Surrogacy and Human Dignity Surrogacy has been identified as a serious violation of the dignity and rights of women and children. Pope Francis has called for an absolute ban on all forms of surrogacy, a sentiment that is gaining global support across various political, ethical, and…

Pope Francis to Canonize 15 Blesseds in Ordinary Public Consistory Exciting news in the world of sainthood as Pope Francis is set to preside over an Ordinary Public Consistory on July 1, where Cardinals in Rome will give the final approval for the canonization of 15 Blesseds. By Christopher Wells One of the candidates for sainthood is Emanuele Ruiz and his companions, who were martyred in Syria almost 100 years ago during a Druze uprising against Christians. These martyrs, including brothers Francesco, Abdel-Mooti, and Raffaele Massabki, are on the verge of being declared saints after being beatified by Pope Pius…

The EU Commission opens a procedure for excessive deficit for Italy, France, and five other countries: Belgium, Hungary, Malta, Poland, and Slovakia. Following the expected steps, it explains, it will propose recommendations to the Council on deficit reduction in the autumn package of the European Semester. The European executive also assessed that Romania has not taken effective actions to correct the deficit requested by the Council. In the assessment of macroeconomic imbalances for twelve EU countries, already in the 2024 alert mechanism, the EU Commission assessed that Italy is now in a ‘imbalance’ situation, improving the judgment from last year’s…

Discover Spazio Supernova: A Haven for Art and Community in Rome If you’re seeking a unique space that fosters creativity, community, and cultural exchange, look no further than Spazio Supernova. Spazio Supernova isn’t your typical art gallery. It’s a place where various art forms converge to ignite creative thinking and contemplation. This site-specific three-year art experiment promises to amaze until its closure in November 2026. Founded by the Fondazione Fons Olei, Spazio Supernova is the brainchild of Gabriele Giugni, an esteemed photographer turned artistic director. Unlike traditional galleries, nothing is bought or sold here. Instead, the focus is on creating…