Yearly Archives: 2026

Not something, but himself – Bishop Galea‑Curmi

07/06/2026   The Parish Church of the Annunciation, Balzan

Homily by Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi

Today the Church celebrates the great feast of Corpus Christi, the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ. We gather around the altar in wonder and gratitude for the greatest gift Jesus left to his Church: the Eucharist. Yet this celebration becomes even more joyful and profound because today, during this Mass, Merve Cungar will receive the sacraments of initiation… Read more »

A gift and a mystery – Bishop Galea-Curmi

Mass on the solemnity of Corpus Christi

07/06/2026   The Collegiate Basilica of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Senglea

L-omelija tal-Isqof Joseph Galea-Curmi

“Kif jista’ dan jagħtina ġismu biex nikluh?” (Ġw 6:52). Din hija l-mistoqsija li għamlu dawk li kienu qed jisimgħu lil Ġesù, u jidher ċar li fehmu tajjeb x’qed jgħid Ġesù. Ma kienx qed jitkellem fuq xi ħaġa li se jagħtihom biex iżommuha b’tifkira jew b’simbolu, imma kien qed jitkellem realment fuq li se jagħti lilu nnifsu proprju fl-Ewkaristija. U dak inhar diversi nies li semgħuh ma fehmux kif dan kien possibbli, anzi ftit wara din is-silta hemm ir-reazzjoni tan-nies li jgħidu: dan tqil wisq biex tifhmu! … Read more »

Pope in Madrid: Weaving networks to safeguard the soul of society

Meeting Building Networks with the World of Culture, Art, Economy and Sport

07/06/2026   Movistar Arena, Madrid, Spain

Address by Pope Leo XIV

Your Eminence,
Dear friends,

It is a pleasure to be with you in this place that not only welcomes sporting, artistic and cultural events, but also the deepest emotions of human beings: joy, admiration, enthusiasm and hope, as well as sadness and frustration.

In this beautiful country it is impossible not to admire the creative spirit that runs through its history and shapes its identity… Read more »

Mass & Rosary – 8th June 2026, 9:30am

08/06/2026   The Chapel of Our Lady of Manresa at the Archbishop's Curia, Floriana

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Prayer for Spiritual Communion

My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament.
I love You above all things.
I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart… Read more »

The Gospel of the day: 8th June

08/06/2026

Readings of the day

First Reading: 1 Kings 17:1-6
Responsorial: Psalm 120 (121):1-2,3-4,5-6,7-8

Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12

Seeing the crowds, Jesus went up on the mountain, and when he sat down his disciples came to him. And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. 

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 

Blessed are you when men revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so men persecuted the prophets who were before you.” Read more »

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Pope recalls how Eucharistic grace transforms and makes us protagonists of hope

Holy Mass, Procession and Eucharistic Blessing on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi,

07/06/2026   Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid, Spain

Homily of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

Your Eminences and Your Excellencies,
Dear priests, men, women religious,
Your Majesties,
Dear brothers and sisters,

As I begin my visit to Spain, it is with a heart filled with joy that I preside over this celebration on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.

We are gathered around the Eucharist, the gift of Christ’s living presence among us… Read more »

New parish priest for Mqabba Parish

07/06/2026

Archbishop Charles Scicluna has appointed Fr Martin Borg as the parish priest of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Mqabba. The Archbishop expresses his gratitude to Fr Blake Camilleri for his dedicated pastoral service to the community. Fr Blake will now be focusing on his studies.

Fr Martin Borg was born on 6th November 1957. He began his journey to the priesthood in the Order of the Discalced Carmelites (O.C.D.) and studied philosophy and theology at INSERM, and graduated in Pastoral Theology from the University of Malta… Read more »

Sunday Mass on the feast of Corpus Christi – 7th June 2026, 9:30am

07/06/2026   The Basilica of the Nativity of Mary, Senglea

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Prayer for Spiritual Communion

My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament.
I love You above all things.
I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart… Read more »

The Sunday Gospel: 7th June

07/06/2026

The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – Solemnity
Readings of the day

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8:2-3,14b-16a
Responsorial: Psalm 146 (147):12-13,14-15,19-20
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Gospel: John 6:51-58

Jesus said to the crowds: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world.”

The Jews quarrelled among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us (his) flesh to eat?”

Jesus said to them, “Amen, amen, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you do not have life within you… Read more »

Pope in Spain: I come to affirm and renew fidelity to the Gospel

Apostolic Journey to Spain: Meeting with the Authorities, Civil Society and the Diplomatic Corps

06/06/2026   Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain

Address by Pope Leo XIV

Your Majesties,
Royal Highnesses,
Distinguished Representatives of Civil Society,
Esteemed members of the Diplomatic Corps,
Ladies and gentlemen,

I am grateful to the Lord for this occasion to meet with you, and express my gratitude for the invitation to undertake this Apostolic Journey to Spain. This journey will unfold in several stages, each revealing an aspect of the multifaceted richness of a great country that, for nearly two millennia, has welcomed the Gospel… Read more »