Ancient Rome

Francis Xavier, a Navarrese-Basque Jesuit and companion of Ignatius of Loyola, evangelized India, the Moluccas, and Japan in the 16th century before dying in 1552 on the island of Sancian, awaiting entry to China. Patron saint of Catholic missions, he embodies the urgency of the Gospel, cultural encounter, and interreligious dialogue. His incorruptible body rests in Goa, and his spiritual legacy invites us to carry the word of the Gospel with humility and boldness beyond cultural boundaries.

Five years after the devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion, the Lebanese Catholic Church continues its fight for justice and support for the victims. Through humanitarian aid, a living memory, advocacy against impunity, and a message of peace conveyed notably by the historic visit of Pope Leo XIV, it remains a moral and social pillar in a Lebanon mired in profound crisis. Despite political, economic, and regional obstacles, the Church embodies the hope and resilience of a wounded nation, refusing to abandon the quest for truth and dignity.

Discover the spiritual journey of Paul of Tarsus, missionary apostle, his travels and his central theological message.

Discover the story of Bibiana, a 4th-century martyr, a symbol of inner resistance against oppression and a model of unwavering faith.

Discover the powerful message of Leo XIV to Lebanese leaders during his historic visit in November 2025: a call to serve the people, rebuild political trust, and preserve the model of interreligious coexistence in Lebanon, a country in the midst of an economic and social crisis. A pivotal moment for the future of Lebanon and its youth, poised between hope and major challenges.

Discover how the profound and humble faith of a Roman centurion amazed Jesus, revealing that radical trust in God transcends all ethnic, religious, and social boundaries. This Gospel invites us to a universal, intelligent, and confident faith that opens wide the doors of the Kingdom to everyone, without exception. A powerful teaching for our spiritual life, our prayer, and our welcome in the Church today.

Discover why Advent, beyond the material preparations, is a powerful time of inner transformation. Between vigilance, hope, and spiritual preparation, delve into the richness of this liturgical season through history, faith, and calls for unity, peace, and hope for our world.

Saint Andrew, the first called, apostle and guide, is celebrated on November 30th. A Galilean fisherman who became a disciple of Jesus, he embodies listening, sharing, and bearing witness. His life connects East and West, uniting diverse Christian traditions. Martyred in Patras, his X-shaped cross is a symbol of humility and openness. His mission invites each of us to become a guide of light, leading others toward faith through listening, sharing, and humility. He is remembered in Patras, Constantinople, Amalfi, Scotland, and Ukraine. Liturgy, prayer, and works of art celebrate his inspiring figure.