- Over 1,000 people process with Jesus Christ in the Eucharist through Washington, D.C.Many hundreds of Catholics joined the Eucharistic procession in D.C., which is part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage traveling the country. The Blessed Sacrament is elevated in a monstrance during a Eucharistic procession in Washington, D.C., June 6, 2026. Approximately 1,000 pilgrims processed through downtown Washington carrying the Blessed Sacrament. ... read more
- ‘Witness to the Whole World’: Families Gather for Eucharistic Procession in Washington, D.C.Families walk in downtown Washington, D.C. as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage makes its way through the capital on June 6, 2026. The pilgrimage began in Florida and will finish in Philadelphia later in the summer. Amid heat and humidity, parents and grandparents packed their little ones into strollers and carriers and brought ... read more
- ASIA/INDIA – In Tamil Nadu, a Catholic Chief Minister; the Bishop of Vellore: “We are available to collaborate for development and social harmony”Vellore - “A major development in Tamil Nadu is having a Catholic Chief Minister. The renowned Indian actor C. Joseph Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party, was sworn into office on May 10. His election marks a significant change in the regional political landscape, ending almost 60 years of domination by the two ... read more
- ASIA/INDIA – In Tamil Nadu, a Catholic Prime Minister; the Bishop of Vellore: “We are available to collaborate for development and social harmony”Vellore - “A major development in Tamil Nadu is having a Catholic Prime Minister. The renowned Indian actor C. Joseph Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party, was sworn into office on May 10. His election marks a significant change in the regional political landscape, ending almost 60 years of domination by the two ... read more
- AFRICA/MOZAMBIQUE – Shock and grief over the killing of the Bishop of Quelimane, Osório Citora AfonsoQuelimane -The Catholic Church in Mozambique is mourning the death of Bishop Osório Citora Afonso, IMC, Bishop of the Diocese of Quelimane. The news – reported to Fides by local sources – has caused shock and grief to the entire Catholic community, as well as amongst the many people who knew him. The bishop was ... read more
- AFRICA/MOZAMBIQUE – Shock and grief after the assassination of the Bishop of Quelimane, Osório Citora AfonsoQuelimane -The Catholic Church in Mozambique is mourning the death of Bishop Osório Citora Afonso, IMC, Bishop of the Diocese of Quelimane. The news – reported to Fides by local sources – has caused shock and grief to the entire Catholic community, as well as amongst the many people who knew him. The bishop was ... read more
- Pope Leo XIV Laments Death of Mozambique Bishop Killed in ‘Grave Act of Violence’Daniel Ibanez Leo XIV addresses the king and queen, diplomats and other leaders on June 6, 2026, at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Authorities said the bishop was shot at his residence during a home invasion. ... read more
- ‘Witness to the whole world’: Families gather for Eucharistic procession in Washington, D.C.Along K Street in Washington, D.C., amid a humid morning on June 6, Catholics from across the area gathered to adore the Eucharist as it processed through the nationʼs capital. Despite the heat and humidity, many parents and grandparents packed their little ones into strollers or baby carriers and brought them out to view the Eucharistic ... read more
- ‘Witness to the whole world’: Families gather for Eucharistic procession in Washington, D.C.Amid heat and humidity, parents and grandparents packed their little ones into strollers and carriers and brought them out to view the Eucharistic pilgrimage as it made its way through the capital. Families walk in downtown Washington, D.C. as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage makes its way through the capital on ... read more
- Condolences from the Dicastery for Evangelization for the death of Bishop Osório Citora AfonsoVatican City - We publish in full the text released today by the Dicastery for Evangelization following the news of the death of Mozambican Bishop Osório Citora Afonso, who had previously served as an Official of the same missionary DicasteryWith deep sorrow, yet comforted by the firm hope of the Resurrection promised by Our Lord ... read more
- Pope Leo XIV laments death of Mozambique bishop killed in ‘grave act of violence’Pope Leo XIV on June 6 mourned the death of Quelimane Bishop Osório Citora Afonso after the Mozambique prelate was killed during what authorities said was a home invasion. Government officials earlier in the day said Afonso was killed by gunshot when assailants invade his home. The prelate, who was appointed to lead the diocese ... read more
- Pope Leo XIV laments death of Mozambique bishop killed in ‘grave act of violence’Authorities said the bishop was shot at his residence during a home invasion. Pope Leo XIV addresses the king and queen of Spain, authorities, and the diplomatic corps at the Royal Palace in Madrid on June 6, 2026, the first day of his apostolic journey to Spain. | Credit: Daniel ... read more
- Meet the pilot who will fly Pope Leo XIV to Barcelona"This will be, without discussion, the most special flight of my life," Pablo Martínez Núñez said. He and the crew have some surprises planned for the prelate. ... read more
- 9 Saints and Gaudí Inspire Faithful as Pope’s Visit to Spain Gets UnderwayImage of nine saints and Venerable Antonio Gaudí, created using artificial intelligence. The choice of the holy men and women featured in videos created with artificial intelligence is related to the places the Pope will be visiting and devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. ... read more
- Pope Leo arrives in Spain pushing back on polarization amid rising far-right"The temptation to gain popularity by fanning the flames of polarization seems to have grown rather than diminished, and human dignity continues to be violated," the pontiff said. ... read more
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