Press Releases

Power cuts: a need for serious long-term planning on climate adaptation

24/07/2026

Photo: Ian Noel Pace – Archdiocese of Malta

The Interdiocesan Commission for the Promotion of Integral Human Development has expressed deep concern over the widespread electricity disruptions, warning that they are far more than an inconvenience as they are endangering health and undermining human dignity.

The Church’s Commission notes that families are enduring sleepless nights in extreme heat, older persons and those with chronic illnesses are facing heightened health risks, and many workers are reporting for duty after nights without adequate rest… Read more »

Painting restored as Casa Manresa’s Chapel marks 240th consecration anniversary

23/07/2026 The Chapel of Our Lady of Manresa, Floriana

Photo: Manuel Ciantar and Suzanne Ciantar Ferrito o.b.o. ASC Conservation Centre Ltd

A painting depicting St John the Baptist and St Paul in the chapel of Our Lady of Manresa at Casa Manresa, Floriana, has been restored to mark the 240th anniversary of the chapel’s consecration by Bishop Vincenzo Labini on 23 July 1786.

The oil on canvas, by celebrated artist Antoine Favray, was restored over the past six months by conservator Amy Sciberras and her team… Read more »

Four parishes with a new pastor and a new vice-rector for the Archbishop’s Seminary

27/06/2026

Fr Bernard Micallef
Fr Stefan Galea
Fr Roderick Baldacchino
Fr Karl Andrew Schembri

Archbishop Charles Scicluna is entrusting the Parish of the Annunciation of Our Lady in Ħal Balzan to Fr Bernard Micallef, the Parish of St Cajetan in Ħamrun to Fr Stefan Galea, the Parish of Our Lady of Pompei in Marsaxlokk to Fr Roderick Baldacchino, and the Parish of St Lucy in Mtarfa to Fr Karl Andrew Schembri… Read more »

Setting up of the Commission for Promoting Integral Human Development

25/06/2026

Mr Mark Cachia, Executive Chairperson of the Commission for Promoting Integral Human Development
Photo: Ian Noel Pace – Archdiocese of Malta

The Maltese Episcopal Conference has established the Interdiocesan Commission for Promoting Integral Human Development. This will be led by Mr Mark Cachia as Executive Chairperson. He will be supported in this role by a Council comprising members from a diverse range of professional backgrounds… Read more »

New Discoveries during the restoration of St Joseph’s Chapel at the Archbishop’s Palace

15/06/2026 The Archbishop’s Palace, Valletta

Photo: Ian Noel Pace – Archdiocese of Malta

The Archbishop’s Palace in Valletta will open its doors to the public to mark the restoration of the Chapel of St Joseph (1622).

On Saturday 20th June 2026, visitors can view the newly restored chapel with its 18th-century Baroque design commissioned by Bishop Alpheran de Bussan, as well as the paintings by Silvestro Querio il Romano (c.1600-1672) and the Renaissance coffered ceiling commissioned by Bishop Baldassare Cagliares, which were discovered during the project… Read more »

St John’s Co-Cathedral inaugurates ‘Sette Giugno 1919. Memory and Ritual’ exhibition

10/06/2026 St John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta

From 9 June to 10 July 2026, St John’s Co-Cathedral presents ‘Sette Giugno 1919. Memory and Ritual’, an exhibition exploring one of the defining moments of modern Maltese history through remembrance, funerary culture, and material heritage.

The exhibition commemorates the events of 7 June 1919, when social and economic tensions under British colonial rule erupted into unrest in Valletta. Rising food prices, post-war hardship, unemployment, and growing dissatisfaction with the colonial administration culminated in the deaths of four Maltese civilians… 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 »

Six cases substantiated by Malta Safeguarding Commission 2025

20/05/2026

The Malta Safeguarding Commission found that six of the 43 cases concluded in 2025 were substantiated, three of which were of a historical nature and took place more than 10 years ago.

The concluded cases involved 40 individuals and two entities, with one individual featuring in more than one case. Of these, one was a diocesan priest, four were religious, 32 were lay people, and three remained unidentified (Unknown)… Read more »

Fondazzjoni Sebħ launches its first residence with aftercareservices

15/05/2026

Fondazzjoni Sebħ, an entity of the Church in Malta, officially launched The Manor – its first transitional residence for youth leaving care. Since the formation of the aftercare services in 2023, the team have been supporting youth in preparation for this transition and even after they have moved to the community.

The opening of the first semi-independent residence is an important milestone for the service as this space aims to welcome youth leaving care who are pursuing education and employment… Read more »

New document outlines vision and identity for Church Schools

13/05/2026

Download the document ‘Catholic Education in Malta: The Mission of Church Schools in Maltese Society Today and Tomorrow‘Download

An identity document for Church Schools, which enters into dialogue with society’s continually evolving complexities, has been launched on Wednesday 13th May 2026 as a framework for the present and future formation of its communities, centred on the person of Christ and rooted in human dignity… Read more »