Religious observances held for Blessed Alojzije Stepinac in Croatia and Germany

Religious communities in Croatia and Germany are observing spiritual events related to Blessed Alojzije Stepinac. In Dugoreša, Croatia, the Parish of Blessed Alojzije Stepinac is celebrating its feast day, marking the anniversary of Stepinac's beatification. The central mass was led by Don Milan Ivančević, provincial of the Croatian Salesian Province. The celebration followed a three-day period of spiritual preparation involving prayer and adoration.

In Munich, Germany, the Croatian Catholic Community (HKŽ München) held the third day of spiritual renewal at the Chapel of Blessed Alojzije Stepinac. The session focused on the importance of prayer, led by Fra Ivan Maletić. The teachings emphasized starting the day with prayer, finding dedicated spaces for reflection, and the necessity of forgiveness to maintain an open heart.