In the conclave, the Cardinals were choosing a person, not a nationality, ethnicity or ideology. The appointment of the new Pope revealed two general features: Cardinals don’t leak – well, maybe the odd one did – and the experts don’t get it right, a single one did mid-conclave. The commentariat ruled out an American Pope. …
Read more
The search for peace, justice and truth. These will be the guiding principles of his pontificate. A church that is open to the challenges of the world, missionary and synodal. In his first speech as Pontiff, which was just over 530 words to ‘the city and the world’, Leo XIV pronounced the word “peace” nine…
Read more
“He leaves us at a time when we seem to need him even more, the only firm voice of brotherhood and peace.” Christian Carlassare, bishop of Bentiu, in South Sudan, remembers Pope Francis. The Pope has shown us God’s merciful love from the very beginning and has become a witness to it not only with…
Read more
Poverty, peace, creation and mercy are the four pillars of the intense adventure of the first Pope, called “from the far side of the world”. Peripheries always at the centre. Preference for the poorest. An outgoing Church. Starting from his choice of name, Bergoglio wants to give a clear indication of what his pontificate will…
Read more
This year marks the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea (325 AD). It was the first ecumenical gathering to seek a fuller understanding of the faith. Beyond its theological significance, it has also shown that common discernment is a way of hope for a pilgrim Church of the Jubilee. In 1300, Pope Boniface VIII…
Read more
Bishop Christian Carlassare of Bentiu in South Sudan shares four ways to get involved in the Jubilee from wherever you are. Pilgrimage is a journey – The first keyword about the Jubilee Year is a pilgrimage. Pilgrimage is a journey. Not merely a physical journey, but most of all a spiritual journey to encounter the…
Read more
The life of Fr. Stan is a testimony to the defence of the human rights of underprivileged peasants in India. His sentence and subsequent death in prison raised an outcry all over the world, but his inspiring witness to righteousness keeps the flame of justice alive. He was 84 years old. He had Parkinson’s disease,…
Read more
The life of Carlo Acutis, short and intense, has been an inspiration to many people around the world. He will be canonized on 27 April. “I am happy to die because I’ve lived my life without wasting even a minute of it doing things that wouldn’t have pleased God”. A few days later, on 12…
Read more
A Jubilee is a holy time of forgiveness and reconciliation, an opportunity to obtain indulgences and to return to the essence of fraternity. The spiritual dimension of the Jubilee must be combined with its social aspect; pilgrims are called to be fraternal to one another and to care for the earth. The Jubilee opens our…
Read more
Three Comboni Missionaries are sharing their experience with displaced people, young drug addicts and Christian communities. Mozambique. Sister María del Amor Puche talks about the difficulties faced by people caught between guerrilla groups and refugee camps. Insecurity and fear. Commitment to women. Small microcredit projects. I live in Balama, in the Diocese of Pemba, in…
Read more
Monsignor Pablo Virgilio David, of the diocese of Kalookan, on the outskirts of Manila and president of the Episcopal Conference of the Philippines will be created a cardinal on December 7. A recognition of his tireless commitment to the poorest and most oppressed. His pastoral and charitable commitment led him to take a stand against…
Read more
A complex history has shaped relations between Muslims and Christians in Indonesia. While challenges remain, there are opportunities to strengthen ties through interfaith dialogue and cooperation. Pope Francis’ visit to Indonesia has had a positive impact, reinforcing the message of peace and unity and encouraging efforts to build stronger relationships. Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority…
Read more
She played a key role in a campaign that challenged a corrupt waste trafficking scheme between Italy and Tunisia, resulting in the return of 6,000…
Read more
The Black and white swallow flew high up in the clear, blue sky, wheeling and diving, his fast, pointed wings carrying him at a great speed. Swallow…
Read more
Welcoming, listening and guiding. Some characteristics of Pope Leo with the youth During the years when Father Robert Francis Prevost was pastor of the church of Our…
Read more
