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ENCYCLICAL LETTER DILEXIT NOS OF THE HOLY FATHER FRANCIS ON THE HUMAN AND DIVINE LOVE OF THE HEART OF JESUS CHRIST
Palestine On Mount Tabor: The Transfiguration invites to listening and trust

Francesco Guaraldi/ custodia.org: On the occasion of the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, the Eucharistic celebration took place in the Franciscan Basilica on Mount Tabor, presided over by Custos of the Holy Land Br. Francesco Ielpo. The site stands where, according to tradition, the Gospel episode occurs in which Jesus reveals himself in glory before three of his disciples.   The context of the Transfiguration Mount Tabor is located in the region of Galile ...more

Abouna Opinion
On the digital influencers in the world

Fr. Dr. Rif'at Bader : The months of summer are viewed among the most outstanding moments of the Jubilee, ...more

Cardinal Pizzaballa's visit to GAZA after the bombing
"Morally unacceptable": The harsh words of the Cardinal of Jerusalem about Gaza
The evolution of the Vatican-Palestinian relations through the years
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem... a symbol of unity and hope
Pope Leo ordains 32 priests on the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Pope Leo XIV carries the Jubilee cross and leads pilgrimage to the Holy Door
First phone call between Putin and Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV “In Gaza, cries rise to the heavens from parents holding the lifeless bodies of childre
Will Turkey be Pope Leo XIV’s first trip?
Pilgrims Return to the Holy Land: A Sign of Hope and Faith
World
Europe The Transfiguration: A beacon of hope amid conflict

Father Luke Gregory/ cnewa.org: The feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, celebrated on 6 August, holds profound significance for Christians around the world. It commemorates ...more

Arab World
Lebanon Lebanon: Church picks up pieces as war lingers

Laure Delacloche/ cnewa.org: St. George Melkite Greek Catholic Church is in ruins. White stones from the toppled walls cover the floor, next to splintered wood and tangled metal ...more

Holy Land
Palestine "Come and See": Youth vocation camp held by the Latin Patriarchate in Palestine
lpj.org: From August 1 to 3, 2025, the Vocations Office of the Latin Patriarchate held a camp for youth aged 14 to 18, titled “Veni et Vide” (“Come and See ...more
Bethlehem University students participate in the Jubilee of the Youth
Youth of the Holy Land at the jubilee: “We are united by one faith and one hope”
Jordan: Bishop Iyad Twal celebrates Holy Mass marking Feast of "Virgin Mary, Mother of the Youth" in Madaba
Chosen articles

Pax Christi: An untold story of amaranthine efforts to promote global peace

 By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org

Catholic higher education institutions… a stark message of hope and peace in the Middle East

 By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org

Is the Christian presence in the Middle East on the edge of a precipice?

By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org

At the house of condolences and hope in Balamand

 Fr. Dr. Rif'at Bader

July, the month dedicated to the precious Blood of Lord Jesus Christ

 By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org