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Sr Lini Sheeja MSC (Germany) – Can God humble Himself more than by being born in a manger? Can the Redeemer stoop lower than by
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“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word became flesh and dwelt among us” (Jn 1:1, 14). It is therefore fitting to say: From
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By Jacqueline Kelly – Before we find an answer to that, let’s try to understand what are Christmas flowers? Poinsettia A traditional Christmas flower and
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Fourth Wednesday in Advent – December 24, 2025 2 Samuel 7: 1-5,8-12,14,16; Luke 1: 67-79 The Reign, which is the hope of the trustful pilgrims,
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By Joynel Fernandes – “Look, the Virgin shall conceive and bear a son and they shall name him Emmanuel which means ‘God with us’.” The
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Fourth Tuesday in Advent – December 23, 2025 Malachi 3: 1-4, 23-24; Luke 1: 57-66 We are in the last step of preparation towards the
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By Fr. Elvis Fernandes, SFX The timeless story of the Nativity took on a new rhythm and grace as the Society of Pilar hosted Sadbhav
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Fourth Monday in Advent – December 22, 2025 1 Samuel 1: 24-28; Luke 1: 46-56 We are in the last days of preparation towards the
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The closing of the Holy Door at Saint Mary Major took place on Christmas Day, with the Cardinal Archpriest of the papal basilica inviting the faithful to remain open to hearing the Word, welcoming the other, and forgiveness.
Despite a fragile US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire.
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has announced the completion of the verification exercise for children and staff forcibly abducted from St. Mary's Catholic Schools - Papiri, Nigeria, on 21 November 2025. All victims have now been reunited with their families.
In his Christmas Urbi et Orbi address, Pope Leo XIV renews his plea for peace, reminding the world that it is both God’s gift and humanity’s shared responsibility.