News from the Church in Malta
One hundred years ago, the Servant of God Ġużeppi De Piro opened the first orphanage in Għajnsielem, Gozo, and became its first director. This orphanage was named House of St. Joseph.
The idea of establishing a boys’ orphanage in the Diocese of Gozo had been circulating since the time of Bishop Pietru Pace, but it truly began to take shape under Bishop Mikiel Gonzi… Read more »
During an activity organised by Missio Malta at San Andrea School, children of different ages had the opportunity to learn about the value of diversity and the importance of appreciating one another. The activity marked the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, as part of a continuous programme of similar events that Missio Malta prepares to raise awareness about its missionary work… Read more »
Following the success of its first seminar, the Malta Youth Catholic Network is hosting a one-day seminar on Saturday, 31st May 2025, at St John’s Hall, Archbishop’s Curia, Floriana, from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
This seminar will feature engaging discussions, real-life testimonies, and practical strategies designed to help youth leaders grow in empathy and effectiveness. It is a call to action for youth leaders, animators, and catechists who wish to nurture vibrant and inclusive communities of faith—where no one is ever excluded or overlooked… Read more »
Photo: Ian Noel Pace – Archdiocese of Malta
The Jesuits’ Church Foundation is organising its first international symposium, Shaping Minds and Souls: Jesuit Missions and the Mediterranean World, on Thursday, 29th May 2025, at the Oratory of the Immacolata at the former Jesuits’ Church in Valletta.
This full-day scholarly event brings together a distinguished array of academics from Malta, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Canada to explore the far-reaching impact of the Society of Jesus on the religious, cultural, and artistic life of Malta and the broader Mediterranean world from the 16th to the 19th century… Read more »
La Salle Malta, the network of Lasallian colleges in the country, hosted the 26th Annual Congress of ASSEDIL from Wednesday, 23rd April to Saturday, 26th April 2025. The event was held at Stella Maris College in Gżira and brought together over 120 educational leaders from Lasallian universities, schools, and institutions across Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East.
ASSEDIL — the Association of Lasallian Educational Leaders — serves as a vital platform for collaboration and dialogue among those committed to the Lasallian educational mission… Read more »
Brother Superior General Armin Luistro FSC recently returned to Malta as part of his pastoral tour of the District of Ireland, Great Britain, and Malta, engaging warmly with members of the local Lasallian Family.
His visit commenced with a keynote address at the 26th Annual Congress of ASSEDIL, held at Stella Maris College in Gżira. The Congress brought together over 120 educational leaders from across Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East… Read more »
A group of young Maltese pilgrims, organised and led by the MSSP Oratory Youth, have returned from a 10-day journey along the Cammino di San Benedetto—an ancient walking route through central Italy steeped in monastic tradition and spiritual depth. What began as a physical trek through hills, forests, and medieval towns unfolded into something far more profound: a renewal of faith, identity, and a deep sense of community… Read more »
“If you live well, the priesthood is a source of joy.” These are the words of Fr. David Cilia, offering us a glimpse into the discussion about his vocational journey. A journey that has brought him into contact with various groups of people, but above all, one in which he sees an opportunity to draw closer to Jesus, the fullness of true joy.
“If you live well, the priesthood is a source of joy.” These are the words of Fr… Read more »
The Archbishop’s Delegate for Culture, in collaboration with the Opera Nova Project, and supported by the Mdina Metropolitan Chapter, presents a concert on April 9, 2025, at 8:00pm at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Mdina.
From the ancient Greek myth of Pandora to the timeless message of the Christian faith, hope has always held great significance in the human experience. In Pandora’s myth, hope remained the only gift within her box, a symbol of light in the midst of darkness… Read more »
On Saturday, 5th April 2025, the SDC Candidates organised a Lenten celebration at the DĦS Conference Centre, themed Wiċċ imb Wiċċ (Face to Face). For this event, the candidates invited their families to pause and reflect on the reality that one day we shall encounter Jesus face to face.
During the celebration, those present participated in three stations, each offering the opportunity to reflect on a character who encountered Jesus during the Passion narrative… Read more »
