News from the Church in Malta
On Saturday 26th February, 2011, the fifth Assembly for young people was convened by the Diocesan Youth Commission (KDZ) at the Divine Mercy Complex, Naxxar. Young people in general and youth leaders in particular were invited to discuss the need for proper formation when engaging in youth service. The theme “Jien.Aħna.Huma” called to attention the unique characteristics of preparation for Christian youth ministry… Read more »
The quality of life offered by the State is not the direct responsibility of the Church: the Church’s role is to present an alternative reflection upon this reality as it exists in the pluralistic world of today – a reflection which is inspired by the Word of God. It falls squarely upon the shoulders of the Christian to convey this message in a variety of ways… Read more »
Despite the grief and concern caused by violence in the movement for greater democracy in various Arab countries, the changes taking place are “promising,” says a Vatican spokesman.
Jesuit Father Federico Lombardi, director of the Vatican press office, said on Octava Dies that the West “should not interfere” in these political changes, but should “offer its help.”
He urged his listeners “not to be afraid” given the changes that are taking place, but to “engage in positive dialogue” with the people of these countries… Read more »
Mijiet ta’ żgħażagħ Maltin qed iħejju biex f’Awwissu li ġej imorru Madrid għall-Jum Dinji taż-Żgħażagħ. Intant, il-bandiera Maltija waslet qabilhom.
Nhar is-Sibt li għadda, numru ta’ żgħażagħ Maltin iltaqgħu fil-Barakka ta’ Fuq biex jieħdu ritratti mal-bandiera Maltija, liema bandiera se tintbagħat lill-organizzaturi Spanjoli flimkien ma’ numru ta’ ritratti. Wieħed minnhom se jitpoġġa fuq il-paġna uffiċjali tal-Jum Dinji taż-Żgħażagħ fuq il-Facebook.
F’kummenti lil IL-ĠENSillum online, Mariam Degiorgio, li hija responsabbli mill-paġna Maltija tal-JDŻ fuq dan is-sit, fissret li “l-bandiera tagħti identità lil nazzjon… Read more »
The Theology Students Association is organising a series of lectures entitled ‘Strengthening the Family’, on the importance of the family in contemporary society. The aim of these lectures is to help students and the general public realise the importance of adhering to lifestyles and values that will help the Maltese family grow in unity and love. These lectures will offer to opportunity to reflect on the value of the family whilst providing tools to strengthen the family… Read more »
On Wednesday 23rd February, 2011, Archbishop Paul Cremona O.P. met the Youth and Adolescent Commission of Fgura, as part of his pastoral visit in this parish.
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On Friday 25th February, 2011, Archbishop Paul Cremona met Mgr Joseph Bonello who has just been ordained Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Juticalpa (Honduras). Mgr Bonello was accompanied by Bishop Robert Camilleri O.F.M. The meeting was held at the Archbishop’s Curia in Floriana.
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Saturday 26 February – the sixth General Assembly for youth and their leaders will take place at the Divine Mercy Complex, Naxxar. This year, the Assembly will focus on formation – what it means today and how it can abound. More importantly, the Assembly brings out the unique reality of youth ministry in Malta.
The General Assembly is an annual occasion to engage, listen and share with other key players in youth ministry… Read more »
Libya – Unrest
The Holy See Press Office released the following communique at midday today:
“Today in the Apostolic Palace the Holy Father Benedict XVI received in audience Michel Sleiman, president of the Republic of Lebanon. The president subsequently went on to meet with Cardinal Secretary of State Tarcisio Bertone S.D.B. who was accompanied by Archbishop Dominique Mamberti, secretary for Relations with States… Read more »
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In the list of the seven sins, jealousy occupies second place after pride….jealousy causes a lot of trouble which most often results in seperation amongst colleageas, countries, brothers, couples and a lot more. Infact, if one goes back in time, the first book of the genesis talks about jealousy… Read more »
