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Bishop Berardi appeals to Christians and Muslims to unite in prayer for peace

The Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia calls on believers of all faiths to pray “so that the roar of missiles may cease” and that the people of the Middle East may live in communion, highlighting the spiritual context in which the conflict has erupted.

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Formerly gay Christian convert wins court battle in Malta over ban on ‘conversion therapy’

After a three-year process, a judge in Malta ruled that Matthew Grech did not violate the country’s ban on advertising “conversion therapy” by sharing his conversion story in a news media interview.

Fresh Israel–Iran strikes reported overnight

Israel carried out new strikes on Iran overnight as the conflict entered its seventh day.

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Laudato Si’ Village: A new 'Global Alliance' dedicated to integral ecology

On March 9 and 10, the Laudato Si’ Center for Higher Education and the University of Notre Dame will launch the Global Alliance, an international initiative that brings together universities and international organizations committed to fight climate change.

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Angolan Bishops prepare nation for Pope Leo XIV’s visit with Pastoral Letter and official prayer

In their first plenary assembly for 2026, the Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and Sao Tome (CEAST) convened recently in the country’s capital, Luanda. During the meeting, they issued a Pastoral Letter and approved the official prayer for the upcoming visit of Pope Leo XIV to Angola.

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Cardinal David: When war is played like a video game

The Vice President of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences reflects on the growing conflict in the Middle East, warning that digital warfare can make violence appear distant from the human suffering it causes.

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St. John’s University in New York no longer recognizes faculty labor unions

St. John’s University’s recent decision to cease recognizing faculty labor unions after 56 years stirred a conversation on Catholic social teaching.

Lebanon’s patriarchs and bishops: ‘Persevere in prayer for peace’

The Council of Catholic Patriarchs and Bishops in Lebanon issued a statement combining a clear spiritual stance, a bold national demand, and an urgent humanitarian appeal.

‘It’s not our war, but we’re targeted anyway’: Bombs fall on Iraqi Kurdistan

Dilan Adamat, founder of The Return and a resident of Erbil in Iraqi Kurdistan, speaks to Vatican News about the recent strikes on the region, and what they mean for Iraq’s long-suffering Christian community.

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First Lenten Sermon: Peace comes from the courage to be small

Fr. Roberto Pasolini, the Preacher of the Papal Household, gives his first Lenten meditation, with Pope Leo XIV in attendance, reflecting on the importance of humility as part of our ongoing conversion.

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