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As we delve into the future of religious freedom, the 2025 annual report from the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) sheds light on critical recommendations. The report not only identifies sixteen countries for designation as Countries of Particular Concern (CPC) but also emphasizes the importance of standing firm against threats to freedom of religion globally. Established by the International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA) of 1998, the bipartisan federal entity, USCIRF, plays a pivotal role in advocating for religious freedom on an international scale. Their recommendations serve as a foundation for the U.S. State Department’s annual list of…

Welcome to the world of ‘Open Doors’ – a captivating photo exhibition currently on display at the Casina Pio IV in the Vatican gardens as part of the ongoing Jubilee of Hope. The exhibition features 25 striking photographs captured in diverse locations such as Bangladesh, Benin, Morocco, and the Vatican, each showcasing the theme of open doors. As Pope Francis kicked off the Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year by opening the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve, pilgrims from around the globe have flocked to Rome to experience the spiritual significance of passing through the city’s four…

Welcome to the vibrant and informative world of Catholic journalism! Right now, the captivating workshop for Catholic journalists is in full swing in the beautiful city of Maputo, Mozambique. This week-long event has brought together Catholic media representatives from Africa’s lusophone countries to engage in meaningful discussions about reporting on migrants and refugees within the IMBISA region, across Africa, and globally. Br. Alfonce Kugwa – Maputo From the 25th to the 28th of March 2025, participants at the workshop will explore compassionate and effective ways of narrating stories about migrants and refugees. The goal is to shed light on the…

Witnessing Pope Francis lead an extraordinary moment of prayer on March 27, 2020, was a truly moving experience. Standing in a deserted and rainswept St. Peter’s Square, the Pope’s words resonated with hope and faith as he called on the Lord to heal our wounded humanity in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. His message was clear – “nobody is saved alone”. In this time of uncertainty and fear, his words served as a reminder that we are all in this together, and it is through unity and compassion that we will overcome this crisis. It was a powerful moment…

By Diego López Colín Puebla, Mexico, Mar 27, 2025 / 07:00 am Twenty-three men will be ordained as new Legionaries of Christ priests at the Vatican this spring. The celebration will be especially significant in Latin America, as 16 of the 23 new priests come from Latin American countries. The future priests come from various countries: one from Argentina, three from Colombia, one from El Salvador, nine from Mexico, two from Venezuela, one from the United States, and two from Brazil. From Europe, two priests will be ordained from Germany, one from Spain, and one from France. The ceremony will…

Welcome to the latest update from Vatican News! Today, we are excited to share the upcoming journey of Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican’s Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, as he travels to Hungary for a significant commemoration event. Archbishop Gallagher will be in Hungary from Thursday, 27 March, until Sunday, 30 March, to participate in the 60th anniversary commemoration of the death of Archbishop Angelo Rotta, who served as the Apostolic Nuncio to Budapest during the tumultuous years of World War II. Archbishop Rotta is well-known for his courageous efforts to protect Jews during the Holocaust…

Vai al Contenuto Raggiungi il piè di pagina The President of the Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, visited the stands at ‘Agricoltura È’ in Rome’s Piazza della Repubblica today. The event, dedicated to the world of agriculture, was organised by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry to mark the anniversary of the Rome Treaties. Source link

Il vicario della Custodia di Terra Santa parla delle troppe morti di minori nella Striscia: ammazzare degli innocenti, incapaci di fare del male, è una macchia che l’umanità non potrà cancellare dalla sua storia Di: Roberto Cetera – Vatican News Data di pubblicazione: 27 Marzo 2025 La ripresa della guerra a Gaza va caratterizzandosi in queste ore per l’alto numero di minori uccisi. Abbiamo interpellato in proposito il vicario della Custodia di Terra Santa padre Ibrahim Faltas, che dall’inizio della guerra è impegnato nel sostegno e ricovero possibile ai bambini di Gaza. Padre Ibrahim, in nessun’altra guerra c’è stato un…

Le Nuove Tribù Zulu celebrano i 25 anni di “Sulla Strada”, il primo album uscito nel 2000 con Manifesto Dischi: un diario di viaggio dei loro primi dieci anni di vita, tra esperienze buskers, locali e teatri. Un disco caratterizzato da ritmi balcanici e sonorità mediterranee, che trovò fortuna con migliaia di copie vendute e moltissimi concerti in tutta Italia. Blues, jazz, la musica gypsy e rock’n’roll-punk si incontravano con polke e tarantelle dando vita a imprevedibili percorsi sonori in equilibrio tra tradizione e modernità. Un’onda gioiosa di contaminazione tra generi musicali che avrebbe caratterizzato il sound del gruppo in…

Vai al Contenuto Raggiungi il piè di pagina 26 Marzo 2025 The President of the Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, made a special appearance at ‘Agricoltura È’ in Rome’s Piazza della Repubblica today. This event, dedicated to the agricultural world, was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forestry to commemorate the anniversary of the Rome Treaties. Source link