Celebrating Christian Unity

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Celebrating Christian Unity

Pope's pilgirmage to Nicaea, 800 years of Canticle of the Creatures, Pope calls for global peace in "State of the World," New Papal Preacher, 21 Baptized in Sistine Chapel.

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via EWTN
21.01.25

This week’s newsletter collates all the relevant news from the Vatican:

As the 2025 Jubilee Year unfolds, Christian unity takes focus, with Pope Francis preparing a historic pilgrimage to Nicaea.

Travel with us to Assisi as the Franciscans celebrate 800 years of St. Francis’ “Canticle of the Creatures.”

In his “State of the World” address, Pope Francis called for global peace, diplomacy, and justice amid rising tensions.

In the Vatican, Father Roberto Pasolini begins his role as the new Papal preacher, and Pope Francis baptized 21 children in the Sistine Chapel — encouraging us to recall and celebrate the anniversary of our baptism.

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Vatican simplifies funeral rite for popes

The Vatican has updated the liturgical book regulating the funeral rite of popes, simplifying some of the rituals at Pope Francis’ request.

The 400th Anniversary of the Martyrdom of Saint Josaphat Kuncewycz on Exhibition at the Gregorian University

An event to remember a saint who dedicated his life to the pursuit of unity among Christians

Pope Francis: Throughout your life, listen to Our Lady of Guadalupe

During Mass on Dec. 12, Pope Francis emphasized the comforting words of Our Lady of Guadalupe: “Am I not here, I who am your mother?”

Pope Francis’ Reflection on the 70th Anniversary of the Tears of the Virgin of Syracuse

This December 7th, on the eve of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis sent a letter

Pope Francis stresses need to put Jesus at the center of our lives

Pope Francis drew upon the example of St. Charles de Foucauld during his general audience Wednesday in his ongoing catechesis on apostolic zeal to stress the importance of centering our lives on Jesus.

Pope Francis: Do not forget your life and faith are a gift from God

Do not forget to be grateful to God for the free gift of your life and faith, Pope Francis said in his weekly message at the Vatican on Sunday.

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