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Welcome to the Jubilee of Mercy for Missionaries! Welcome to the sixth great jubilee event, the Jubilee of Mercy for Missionaries, starting tomorrow, Friday, March 28th. The celebrations will last until Sunday, March 30th, and will involve over 500 priests from around the world. There are many exciting events planned, starting on Friday, which will include changes to traffic flow and parking restrictions. The Missionary Jubilee Missionaries will be arriving from Italy, the United States, Poland, Brazil, Spain, France, Mexico, Germany, Slovakia, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Ukraine, Colombia, and India. The missionaries of mercy were established by the Pope during the…

By Kristina Millare Vatican City, Mar 27, 2025 / 15:20 pm A special memorial Mass was held for Mother Angelica, the foundress of EWTN, in Rome on Thursday to commemorate her life, legacy, and unwavering faith in God. The Mass, celebrated by Father Diego Sanz Martinez, OMI, in the Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia, near the Vatican, marked the ninth anniversary of Mother Angelica’s death in 2016. EWTN Vatican Bureau staff — together with their families and friends — participated in the Mass in thanksgiving for the religious sister who launched EWTN in 1981 in the U.S. with approximately…

Benjamin Netanyahu avanza con la sua controversa riforma della giustizia, che nel 2023 ha scatenato le più grandi proteste di piazza nella storia di Israele, poi interrotte dopo l’attacco di Hamas del 7 ottobre. La Knesset ha approvato un disegno di legge che in pratica rafforza il controllo politico sulla nomina dei giudici, mettendo in discussione l’indipendenza del sistema giudiziario in un momento di aperto conflitto tra il primo ministro e la Corte Suprema. Quest’ultima ha sospeso il licenziamento del capo dello Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, in attesa dell’esame dei ricorsi, mentre il governo ha avviato una procedura di sfiducia…

Discover the captivating journey of The Chosen, a groundbreaking series that is touching hearts all around the world. The message and the person of Jesus Christ are being brought to life in a way that resonates with people on a deep level. The team behind The Chosen understands the importance of speaking to the soul in its native language. That’s why they are dedicated to translating and dubbing the series into as many languages as possible. Currently available in 70 languages, they aim to reach 120 soon, with plans to include Catalan and Galician next year. More than just a…

Ha appena concluso il suo percorso di adozione il nuovo e innovativo Piano nazionale per la famiglia, elaborato dall’Osservatorio sulla famiglia del Dipartimento per la famiglia della presidenza del Consiglio, con il coordinamento del comitato tecnico-scientifico dell’Osservatorio, e approvato dalla Conferenza unificata Stato-Regioni. Questo piano è composto da 14 schede-azioni e rappresenta un importante passo avanti nel supporto alla natalità e nel potenziamento della rete dei Centri per la Famiglia come punti di riferimento per le famiglie sui territori. Sostegno alla natalità e Centri per la Famiglia Il focus principale del Piano è il sostegno alla natalità, con particolare attenzione…

Embracing Mercy: Pope Francis Calls Confessors to be Ministers of Reconciliation When Pope Francis speaks, the world listens. His message on Thursday, 27 March, was no exception as he called upon confessors to be “ministers of mercy” during the upcoming 2025 Holy Year. The Pope’s words were directed at participants of the 35th Course on the Internal Forum, organized by the Apostolic Penitentiary. “Celebrating Mercy, particularly with the pilgrims of the Jubilee, is a privilege: God has made us ministers of Mercy by His grace, a gift we receive because we ourselves have been, and continue to be, the first…

Despite facing illness, Pope Francis continues to inspire and lead the Church, advocating for peace just as he did during the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite being hospitalized, he has made significant appointments, planned for the future, and issued calls for peace. By Salvatore Cernuzio Five years ago today, Pope Francis stood in an empty St Peter’s Square as the world grappled with the Covid-19 pandemic. Today, recovering from pneumonia, he sends a message of unity amidst global conflicts and crises. Leading with Conviction Even in recovery, Pope Francis continues to address global issues. From his hospital bed, he has spoken out…

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Mar 27, 2025 / 12:45 pm Now in its 12th year, the Church’s “24 Hours for the Lord” Lenten initiative is believed to have been inspired by the Eucharistic devotion of a group of young Catholics in Rome. On the night of March 12-13, 2013, just hours before Cardinal Jorge Bergolio would be elected pope, young adults were gathered in prayer before the Eucharist in a small church dedicated to youth just outside the Vatican. “Night of Light and Saints” Eucharistic adoration in the Church of St. Lawrence in Piscibus on Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2013.…

Ekrem Imamoglu, the suspended mayor of Istanbul arrested for corruption, has called on the public to participate in an event in Istanbul on Saturday to protest against his detention. In a message posted on X, while he is currently in Silivri prison since Sunday, Imamoglu invited the public to meet at Maltepe Park on the Asian side of Istanbul on Saturday at 12 local time, 10 in Italy, for an event organized by the Chp, the main opposition party in Turkey to which the suspended mayor belongs. A total of 1,879 people have been arrested during the protests in the…

Rome’s Stunning Transformation: The First of Five Riverfront Parks Unveiled Along the Tiber Rome is embracing a new era of revitalization with the grand opening of the “Lungotevere delle Navi” riverfront park, marking the first of five new parks along the scenic Tiber River. Mayor Roberto Gualtieri led the inauguration, heralding a wave of transformation set to sweep through the city. This 1.6-hectare oasis, made possible by an €800,000 investment from Jubilee funds, stands as a testament to Rome’s commitment to reclaiming its riverbanks and reconnecting with its natural beauty. Designed with a keen eye for accessibility, sustainability, and harmonious…