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Encyclical letter MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV
Latin Patriarchate The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem issues statement of condemnation, condolences regarding attack on Church in Karak

lpj.org: Following is the text of the statement issued by the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem regarding attack on Church in Karak dated October 23, 2026:   "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful ones." (Psalm 116:15)   It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we received news this afternoon of the merciless terrorist attack targeting the Greek Orthodox Church in the town of Hammoud, Karak. This crime ...more

Abouna Opinion
Jordan: The CCSM welcomes Baptism Site's designation as nature reserve ahead of 2030 Jubilee

en.abouna.org : The Catholic Center for Studies and Media (CCSM) has welcomed the Cabinet's decision ...more

The first photo of Pope Leo XIV from the hospital: He will lead the Angelus on Sunday
Pope Leo XIV's First Message After Surgery “Pray For Me"
The Vatican’s humanitarian bridge between Russia and Ukraine
How did the cradle of the Baby Jesus come to Rome?
How did the cradle of the Baby Jesus come to Rome?
Lourdes is lit up by more than 150,000 candles in a procession led by the pope
Leo XIV blesses several babies during his popemobile tour in Paris
Pope Leo XIV inaugurates a bridge named after him in Lourdes
Pope Leo XIV was just another pilgrim at the Grotto of Lourdes
Pope Leo XIV's Blunt Message at UNESCO: “Innocent people are being killed in the name of freedom”
World
Asia Indonesia: Camino de Flores offers sacred journey of hope and renewal

Stanislaus Jumar Sudiyana – Jakarta: On the Indonesian island of Flores, a journey on foot may become more than a pilgrimage. It can be an invitation to encounter local communities, ...more

Arab World
UAE St. Francis of Assisi: A living legacy for the Church in Southern Arabia

Marinella Bandini/ avosa.org: As part of the celebrations marking the 800th anniversary of the Transitus of St. Francis of Assisi, the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia ...more

Holy Land
Jordan Jordan: Shooting at Greek Orthodox church in Karak
vaticannews.va: At least seven people were reportedly killed and ten others injured in a shooting on Friday, 23 October, inside a Greek Orthodox church in the ...more
'Lost Treasure': The film that brings Bethlehem’s concert for peace to life
‘In the Holy Land, the problem is still humanitarian,’ says Cardinal Pizzaballa
Jordan: The CCSM welcomes Baptism Site's designation as nature reserve ahead of 2030 Jubilee
Chosen articles

The 40th anniversary in the spirit of Assisi

By Fr. Dr. Rif’at Bader

The word between sowing hatred and making peace

 By Fr. Dr. Rif’at Bader

CCSM lauds the King’s address: A steadfast Jordanian voice in defence of peace, Christian presence

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A reflection on Pope Leo’s journey to France: “Europe and the challenge of remaining human”

 By Andrea Tornielli

A journey of hope: A new document

 By Fr. Dr. Rif’at Bader