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Pope Leo XIV's Encyclical "DILEXI TE"
Jordan Jordan: A three-day program marking World Day of Prayer against Human Trafficking

By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org: Marking the World Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking--observed annually on February 8--the Pro Terra Sancta Jordan, in cooperation with the Ambassadors of Hope in Jordan, held a three-day spiritual and heritage-focused program. The initiative brought together education, art, and spiritual reflection, while reaffirming the Church’s commitment to defending human dignity and promoting a culture of hope within society.   ...more

Abouna Opinion
The Arabic language-dubbed version of "The Chosen" series launched from Jordan

Fr. Dr. Rif'at Bader : The launching ceremony of the Arabic-dubbed version of the series “The Chosen”  has ...more

How are Christians faring in the midst of ran's nationwide protests?
What is happening to CATHOLICS during the violent protests in IRAN?
Pope Leo the good of Venezuelan people “must prevail” after US capture of Maduro
He has saved the lives of thousands of children: What is the secret?
Half a year without POPE FRANCIS : This is how it felt in the VATICAN
Pope Leo XIV meets with the King of Jordan at the Vatican
FIRE devastates the monastery where CARLO ACUTIS received his First Communion
Pope Leo XIV answers questions by reporters in Castel Gandolfo
2025 09 25: Highlights from the screening of "How Kids Roll"
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem... A Symbol of Unity and Hope
World
Asia Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: “Indian Christians are caught between rich diversity and a real division”

fides.org: In recognition of the Church's commitment to unity, peace, and mutual understanding among Christian denominations, the Catholic community in the ...more

Arab World
Egypt The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in Egypt 2026 launched

mecc.org: The Middle East Council of Churches, in cooperation with the Egyptian Council of Churches, has organized the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – ...more

Holy Land
Latin Patriarchate Holy Land: The Holy Coordination of Episcopal Conferences visits the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem
lpj.org and catholicbishops.ie: On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Holy Coordination of Episcopal Conferences, who have been on a pilgrimage of solidarity in support of the Church in ...more
CCSM launches the Arabic-dubbed version of the global series “The Chosen”
Cana of Galilee, the joy of Jesus’ first miracle
Youth reflect and discern their calling at vocations camp in Jordan
Chosen articles

Jerusalem: Augusta Victoria Hospital offers free treatment for Gaza children diagnosed with leukemia

 By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org

Annus Mirabilis 2026

 By Munir Bayouk/en.abouna.org

A seven-pointed Christmas star

 Fr. Dr. Rif'at Bader

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2026

 By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org

Will “Advent 2025” mark the advent of hope to the Christian community in Gaza?

 Munir Bayou/ en.abouna.org