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Matthew
«Many will come from the east and the west and will take their places at the feast in the kingdom of heaven» (Mt 8:5-11)
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.
Prophets
«"He will be the splendor of the survivors of Israel" (Isaiah 4:2-6)
Discover how God renews hope by transforming ruins into new life according to Isaiah 4:2-6: purification, holiness and protective presence.
Saints
Saint Andrew, first called, always a ferryman
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.
Prophets
“Kingdom, dominion, and power are given to the people of the saints of the Most High” (Dan 7:15-27)
A reading from the Book of Daniel the Prophet: I, Daniel, was troubled in spirit, for the visions I saw greatly disturbed me. I approached one of...
Live
Pope Leo XIV recites the Creed without the "Filioque": a powerful gesture for Christian unity
Pope Leo XIV celebrates the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea in Iznik by reciting the Creed in its original version, without the "Filioque," a powerful symbolic gesture for Christian unity despite the persistent divisions between Catholics and Orthodox.
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Pope Leo XIV in Türkiye and Lebanon: a historic journey at the crossroads of faith and history
Pope Leo XIV's historic journey to Turkey and Lebanon: a symbolic voyage blending homage, interreligious dialogue, ecumenism, and compassion in the face of contemporary challenges. A powerful gesture for peace, reconciliation, and hope at the heart of civilizations.
Luke
«You will be hated by everyone because of my name. But not a hair of your head will perish» (Luke 21:12-19)
Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke. At that time, Jesus said to his disciples: «They will seize you and oppress you; they will...
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The Pope, a voice of peace and hope in the Middle East: Leo XIV's first apostolic journey to Türkiye and Lebanon
Pope Leo XIV's first apostolic journey to Turkey and Lebanon, from November 27 to December 2, 2025, emphasizes a message of peace, Christian unity, and interreligious dialogue. This ecumenical pilgrimage, marked by the commemoration of the Council of Nicaea in Iznik, aims to strengthen peaceful coexistence in a historically complex region, while also engaging with local populations, particularly young people.
