News from the Church in Malta
Dear brothers and sisters,
The General Election is an event of great importance in the life of Maltese society. We will be choosing those to whom we entrust the leadership of our country for the years ahead.
This is a serious responsibility on our shoulders, one that calls us to prepare ourselves well so that we may make an informed decision… Read more »
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Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Lent is a journey of conversion, a time when the Church gently but firmly turns our gaze away from ourselves and invites us to allow God to enlighten our hearts and become aware of the needs of others. Through fasting, prayer and almsgiving, we learn again that love always comes at a cost, and that real discipleship involves the loving gift of self and solidarity with others… Read more »
The Archdiocese published the seventh edition of Kelma ta’ Ħabib, which gathers messages and homilies by Archbishop Charles J. Scicluna, as well as the 2026 diary and the Notebook.
Kelma ta’ Ħabib is on sale for €15 and can be bought via this link.
The 2026 Diary is on sale for €12 and the Notebook for €10. Proceeds from sales will support the Archdiocese of Malta in helping those in need… Read more »
The Archdiocese of Malta is pleased to announce the publication of the seventh volume of Archbishop Charles J. Scicluna’s addresses. This book gathers messages and homilies that bear witness to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the Archbishop’s clear stance on proposals for the legalisation of cannabis.
Inspired by Pope Francis’s Apostolic Letter Patris Corde, the celebration of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, and appeals in favour of migrants, this volume serves as a living testimony of love and social commitment… Read more »
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At the request of the Bishops of Malta and Gozo, Caritas Malta, in collaboration with Caritas Internationalis, is appealing for financial donations to support the people of Gaza who are currently enduring extreme hardship.
Families in Gaza are facing catastrophic humanitarian conditions as violence escalates and essential resources are depleted. According to the Gaza Ministry of Health and the United Nations, the number of people dying from hunger and severe malnutrition continues to rise daily… Read more »
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A public consultation is currently underway in our country regarding so-called ‘Voluntary Assisted Euthanasia’. In a White Paper published by the Government, it is being proposed that patients will be legally permitted to end their own lives with the assistance of medical professionals, either in hospital or at home, if they meet the following conditions: they are over 18, suffering from a terminal illness, and they have been told by doctors they have less than six months to live… Read more »
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“Peace be with you” — these were the first words with which Pope Leo XIV greeted the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square, and indeed the entire world, as he appeared for the first time on the central balcony of the Apostolic Palace.
In a calm yet resolute voice, the Successor of Peter invited each and every one of us “to be a synodal church, walking and always seeking peace, charity, closeness, especially to those who are suffering.” These words offer a clear indication that his pontificate will be marked by openness, compassion, and fidelity to the Gospel… Read more »
Dear brothers and sisters,
“Rejoice in hope” (Rom 12:12). As we celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025, which Pope Francis has dedicated to hope, we reflect on these words.
Who was Paul, the man who urged the people of Rome to “rejoice in hope”, and how did we come to know him? We thank God for his journey with us—one that began with a dramatic shipwreck… Read more »
The Archdiocese of Malta is publishing the 2025 diary which includes pages for each day and month, the daily Mass Scripture references, village feast dates in Malta and Gozo, and contact details of parishes and Church entities. A special prayer for each month of the year is also included, with a focus on the Jubilee of Hope that shall be celebrated in 2025. The diary is in Maltese… Read more »
Entities, parishes, organisations, and groups that form part of the Church in Malta are invited to share stories of impactful events, activities, and initiatives happening within their communities. People who can be an inspiration to others are also invited to share their experiences.
This invitation aims to encourage participation, highlight milestones and share resources to spread the church’s mission and connect more meaningfully with society… Read more »
