Tag: News
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Israeli, Palestinian, and American Youth Unite for Peace in Vatican Meeting with Pope Francis
VATICAN CITY – Young participants from the “Meaning Meets Us” gathering, organized by Scholas Occurrentes, met Pope Francis on Wednesday, February 5, at the end of the General Audience in the Paul VI Hall. The interfaith initiative brought together Muslim, Jewish, and Christian youth to foster dialogue and mutual understanding in the wake of ongoing…
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Pope Francis to Write Apostolic Exhortation on Children’s Rights
Vatican City, February 3, 2025 – Pope Francis has announced his intention to write an Apostolic Exhortation dedicated to children, underscoring the global responsibility to safeguard their rights. The announcement came as the first-ever International Summit on Children’s Rights concluded at the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City, attended by religious leaders, advocates, and representatives of…
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Fr. Luciano Felloni, Beloved Priest and Digital Evangelist, Passes Away at 51
The Catholic Church in the Philippines mourns the passing of Fr. Luciano Felloni, a beloved priest, vlogger, and advocate for the marginalized, who died on Sunday at the age of 51 following a brief battle with cancer. The Diocese of Novaliches confirmed his passing in a statement, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of one…
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🎶 PURIHI’T PASALAMATAN: The Fr. Eduardo Hontiveros, SJ Liturgical Music Songwriting Competition 🎶
The Jesuit Music Ministry (JMM) proudly announces a landmark competition honoring Fr. Eduardo Hontiveros, SJ, the “Father of Filipino Liturgical Music.” PURIHI’T PASALAMATAN seeks to inspire a new generation of composers to create original liturgical music in the vernacular, strengthening the connection between Filipino faith and culture through sacred music. 📝 Open to all Filipino…
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Full Text: Pope Francis’ Homily at Manila Cathedral
Pope Francis delivers his homily during Mass at the Manila Cathedral on Jan. 16, 2015. (Photo: Roy Lagarde) By Pope FrancisJanuary 16, 2015 Manila, Philippines MANILA— Below is the full text of Pope Francis’ homily during the Mass with bishops, priests, and consecrated persons at the Manila Cathedral on January 16, 2015: “Do you love…
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Cuban Government Announces Release of 553 Prisoners Through Mediation of Pope Francis
Pope Francis meets with Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel on June 20, 2023, at the Vatican. (Photo: Vatican Media) By Walter Sánchez SilvaCatholic News AgencyJanuary 16, 2025 The Cuban government has announced the release of 553 prisoners as part of an initiative facilitated by Pope Francis, aligning with the spirit of the Ordinary Jubilee of 2025.…
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INSTALLATION and CANONICAL POSSESSION of theMOST REVEREND NOLLY CAMINGUE BUCO, JCD, JSD, DDThird Residential Bishop of the Diocese of Catarman, Province of Northern Samar
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Sr. Zeny Cabrera, Advocate for Restorative Justice, Passes Away at 73
Sr. Zenaida “Zeny” Cabrera, a tireless advocate for restorative justice and a member of the Sisters of the Holy Eucharist, passed away on January 15, 2025, in Quezon City at the age of 73. Having dedicated over 20 years to the Restorative Justice Ministry of the Novaliches Diocese and serving as Caritas Manila’s coordinator for…
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Israeli Strikes Intensify in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Negotiations
Israeli attacks on Gaza have surged as ceasefire negotiations, mediated by Qatar with involvement from the US and Egypt, reportedly approach a breakthrough. Over 61 Palestinians were killed on Tuesday alone, with the total death toll since October 7, 2023, surpassing 46,600, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. The strikes have displaced thousands and left many…
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