Tag: Vatican
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Kalibo Bishop Appointed: Pope Leo XIV Names Cyril Villare
Papal Appointment Shifts Kalibo’s Episcopal Leadership The Holy See announced that Pope Leo XIV has appointed a parish priest, Cyril Buhayan Villare, as the new bishop of the Diocese of Kalibo. The decision, disclosed in a press release from the Holy See Press Office on Sunday, January 25, Manila time, marks a significant moment for…
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Pope Leo XIV Appoints Parish Priest as Kalibo Bishop
Pope Leo XIV Announces Kalibo Diocese Leadership Change The Holy See has announced a new leadership appointment for the Diocese of Kalibo. In a press release issued by the Holy See Press Office on Sunday, January 25 (Manila time), Pope Leo XIV named a parish priest as the new bishop of Kalibo. The appointment of…
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UNRWA Chief on Gaza and the Cost of Looking Away
UNRWA’s push to keep aid flowing amid Gaza’s intensifying crisis The Secretary-General of UNRWA, Philippe Lazzarini, is sounding a blunt warning about the consequences of inaction as Gaza’s humanitarian emergency deepens. In a recent interview with Vatican News, Lazzarini reflected on a recent audience with a Vatican leadership figure and outlined the practical and moral…
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Night with the Nuns and the Emily in Paris Buzz
When a Sunset Touches the Vatican I arrived at San Giuseppe della Montagna, a modest convent guesthouse perched near the Vatican walls. The setting sun brushed the ancient stone in shades of pink and gold, turning the exterior into a quiet postcard. It’s one thing to read about holy sites; it’s another to listen to…
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Night with the Nuns: Vatican Night Tour Inspired by Emily in Paris
Introduction: A Serene Stretch of Night near the Vatican On a compact, shimmering evening near Rome’s basilica-studded skyline, a guesthouse called San Giuseppe della Montagna offered an unusual entry into the Vatican’s nocturnal magic. The sunset brushed the Vatican walls with warm oranges while the city’s rhythm shifted into a slower tempo. For travelers who…
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Night with the Nuns in Rome: A Vatican Visit Highlight
Setting the Scene: A Convent Guesthouse Near the Vatican Few nights in Rome promise the same blend of quiet and accessibility as a stay at a convent guesthouse just steps from the Vatican. San Giuseppe della Montagna offers more than a room for the night; it provides a gentle window into the rhythms of a…
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Vatican Attendance 2025: Over 3 Million Faithful at Audiences and Liturgical Celebrations
Overview: A Banner Year for Vatican Liturgical Life The Vatican announced a remarkable turnout for its liturgical celebrations and audiences in 2025, with a total attendance of 3,176,620 people. This figure, released on December 30, showcases a robust revival in participation after years of fluctuating attendance patterns. Pilgrims, worshippers, and curious visitors from around the…
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Vatican Attendance Reaches 3.18 Million in 2025: A Year of Renewed Pilgrims and Liturgical Life
Overview: A milestone year for Vatican liturgical life The Holy See reported a total of 3,176,620 participants in audiences and liturgical celebrations held at the Vatican during 2025. This figure marks a notable milestone, underscoring the continued vitality of Catholic ritual life and the enduring appeal of papal events for pilgrims and believers from around…
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Vatican Attendance 2025: Over 3.17 Million Faithful Attend Audiences and Liturgical Celebrations
Record Attendance at the Vatican in 2025 The Holy See released its annual attendance figures for 2025, revealing a total of 3,176,620 faithful participating in audiences and liturgical celebrations at the Vatican. The increase highlights continued global interest in Rome as a spiritual center and underscores the Vatican’s role as a destination for pilgrimage, prayer,…
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Pope Leo XIV Christmas Mass Calls for Helping the Poor, Tying Charity to Faith
In a Humble Dawn: Pope Leo XIV Opens His Pontificate with a Message of Charity In an unprecedentedly intimate tone, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Christmas Mass in St. Peter’s Square, addressing a sea of faithful gathered for the solemn vigil. The pontiff stepped onto the raised platform with a soft smile and a…