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Commemorating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights amidst escalating violence

Statement by the Justice and Peace Commission for Human Rights Day 2023

08/12/2023

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The commemoration of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on the 10th December this year is taking place in the shadow of an ever-widening spiral of violence, risking humanity’s condemnation to a future of unimaginable pain, fear, and destruction. In response, the Justice and Peace Commission unreservedly condemns the horrific acts of violence that are once again ravaging the Holy Land and its people and calls for a radical shift from a global paradigm of violent war and revenge to a paradigm of just peace and reconciliation… Read more »

Festa ta’ Ġenerozità in aid of Dar tal-Providenza on the 1st of January 2024

08/12/2023

This year, Festa ta’ Ġenerożità in aid of Dar tal-Providenza will be organised again under an installed canopy at the Dar tal-Providenza outdoor parking in Siġġiewi. This was announced by the director of ‘Dar tal-Providenza, Fr Martin Micallef, during a Press Conference held this morning, 5th December 2023.

Festa ta’ Ġeneroizità will be broadcasted live on main local television stations between 10am and midnight… Read more »

The Down Syndrome Association awarded this year’s Mgr Mikiel Azzopardi Prize

06/12/2023

The Down Syndrome Association Malta is this year’s winner of the Mons Mikiel Azzopardi Award. This was announced by Fr Martin Micallef, Director of Id-Dar tal-Providenza, during a vocal and instrumental concert by the band of the Armed Forces of Malta. H.E. the President of Malta Dott. George Vella, in the presence of Auxiliary Bishop, Mgr Joseph Galea-Curmi, presented the award to representatives of the Down Syndrome Association… Read more »

Laudato Sì Movement’s call to action at COP28

04/12/2023

The Advocacy Director of the “Laudato Sì Movement” expresses her hopes for the COP28 Summit on Climate Change in Dubai and speaks of the critical role faith-based groups play in driving responses to the climate crisis based on justice and peace.

In Dubai to bring the voice of the Laudato Sì Movement to the COP28 Summit taking place from 30 November to 12 December, Lindlyn Moma told Vatican Radio that the call for ecological conversion, full sustainability and prophetic advocacy are the crucial issues with which her organization will be contributing to the talks… Read more »

Liturgical celebrations of Archbishop Charles Scicluna in December 2023

02/12/2023

Matul ix‑xahar ta’ Diċembru, l‑Arċidjoċesi ta’ Malta xxandar il‑quddiesa kuljum fid‑9:30am fuq TVM, Knisja.mt u Newsbook.com.mt. Mit‑Tnejn sas‑Sibt tixxandar it‑talba tar‑rużarju fuq Knisja.mt, Newsbook.com.mt, u Facebook u YouTube tal‑Arċidjoċesi ta’ Malta. Kull nhar ta’ Ħadd, il‑quddiesa tixxandar fuq TVM, Knisja.mt u Newsbook.com.mt, l‑istazzjon tar‑radju RTK 103, u Facebook u YouTube tal‑Arċidjoċesi ta’ Malta.

F’dawn il‑ġranet Monsinjur Arċisqof se jiċċelebra l‑quddies f’dawn il‑knejjes:

Il‑Ġimgħa 1 ta’ Diċembru, fis-7pm, Mons… Read more »

Art Exhibition in aid of Id-Dar tal-Providenza hosted by the Parliament of Malta

02/12/2023

The Parliament of Malta hosted an exhibition of works of art – paintings, sculptures and ceramics – donated by various Maltese and foreign artists. These works of art will be auctioned off online in aid of Id‑Dar tal‑Providenza on January 1st as part of the Festa ta’ Ġenerożità that will be happening under the big tent in the Home’s Siġġiewi car park and to which everyone is welcome… Read more »

“New Steps for a synodal Church in Europe” – CCEE’s Plenary Assembly comes to an end

30/11/2023

Photo: Archdiocese of Malta – Ian Noel Pace

The CCEE Plenary Assembly took place in Malta from 27 to 30 November at the invitation of the Archbishop of Malta, Charles J. SCICLUNA. The Presidents of the Bishops’ Conferences, united in the Council of European Bishops’ Conferences, debated the developments of the Synod, with a particular focus on the ministry of the bishop in a synodal Church and the role of supranational structures… Read more »

Pope’s participation in COP28 Summit cancelled at doctors’ request

29/11/2023

The Director of the Holy See Press Office says Pope Francis’ physicians have asked him not to undertake his scheduled journey to Dubai to participate in the COP28 Summit, and he has accepted their advice “with great regret.”

A statement released on Tuesday evening by the Director of the Holy See Press Office said, “Even though the Holy Father’s general health situation has improved in relation to the flu and respiratory tract inflammation he has been suffering from, his doctors have asked the Pope not to undertake his scheduled visit to Dubai in the coming days, on the occasion of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.”

Matteo Bruni said that upon the advice of the doctors, Pope Francis “with great regret” has cancelled his visit to Dubai… Read more »

Seminar on suicide prevention and mental health

29/11/2023

A seminar focused on suicide prevention and mental health is being organised for the public. Hosted by DRACHMA, the seminar will be held on Monday, 4th December at 7pm, at Mount St Joseph, Targa Gap, Mosta.

The seminar is being organised following concerns raised by Drachma LGBT and Drachma Parents on the number of suicide cases reported in Malta recently. It is also being organised close to Christmas, due to the fact that this period could prove to be difficult for individuals going through mental health issues… Read more »

Live: Mass by the Archbishop during the CCEE Plenary Assembly – 29th November 2023, 6pm

29/11/2023   Saint Paul's Cathedral, Mdina

The Archbishop celebrates mass during the CCEE Plenary Assembly at St Paul’s Co-Cathedral in Mdina on Wednesday 29th November at 6pm.

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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… Read more »