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Christian reflections on the Parable of the Ten Virgins
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Latest: Catholic Liturgy: Reflections on the Parable of the Ten Virgins
Religious commentaries and teachings focus on the biblical Parable of the Ten Virgins from the Gospel of Matthew. The central theme involves spiritual vigilance and preparedness for the return of Christ. Interpretations
800th anniversary of St Francis – May–Nov 2026
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Latest: Commemorations planned for the 800th anniversary of Saint Francis of Assisi
The 800th anniversary of Saint Francis of Assisi continues to drive global cultural, religious, and diplomatic activities. Following the declaration by Pope Leo XIV of a Franciscan Jubilee Year, celebrations have intensi
Beatification of the Georgia Martyrs
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Latest: Five Spanish Franciscan friars beatified in Savannah, Georgia
The Catholic Church has beatified five Spanish Franciscan missionaries, known as the Georgia Martyrs, in a ceremony held on October 31, 2026, at the Savannah Convention Center. The event marks the first beatification to
Franciscan religious vows in Croatia
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Latest: Religious commemorations and vows within Franciscan orders
In late September 2026, Antonio Bašić made solemn lifelong vows to the Order of Friars Minor during a ceremony at the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Split, Croatia. The mass was led by Provincial
Life and legacy of Saint John of Capestrano
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Latest: Saint John of Capestrano commemorated for religious and military legacy
Saint John of Capestrano (1386–1456) was a Franciscan friar, jurist, and preacher known for his role in religious reform and military leadership. Originally a lawyer and governor of Perugia, he underwent a spiritual conv
Catholic Church activities in Southeast Europe
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Latest: Catholic Church conferences convene in Zagreb and Bratislava
In mid-October 2026, Catholic archbishops in Sarajevo and Đakovo conducted diaconate ordinations. In Sarajevo, Archbishop Tomo Vukšić ordained seven deacons, including four African candidates. In Đakovo, Archbishop Đuro
Catholic and Orthodox feast of the archangels
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Latest: Hellenic Air Force announces Archangel Michael celebrations
The Catholic Church observes the feast of the three archangels, Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, on September 29. These figures are the only archangels mentioned in canonical Holy Scripture. In liturgical tradition, Michae
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Jaffa police arrest suspect for vandalism at Catholic church
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Polish Franciscan missionaries commemorated 35 years after death in Peru
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St. Jerome Conference holds meeting in Dubrovnik
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