Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholics to switch off their cellphones during Lent to embrace silence, prayer, and reflection, while also calling for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine as the war nears its fourth year.
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Ash Wednesday 2026: A Quiet Beginning to a Sacred Journey
On February 18, 2026, Christians around the world mark Ash Wednesday โ the solemn beginning of Lent. It is a day of ashes, reflection, fasting, and a gentle reminder that faith often begins in silence.
From Raia to Sindhudurg: Fr. Agnelo Pinheiro Named Bishop by Pope Leo XIV
A journey that began in the quiet village of Raia in South Goa now leads to episcopal leadership in Maharashtra. Pope Leo XIV has appointed Fr. Agnelo Pinheiro as the new Bishop of Sindhudurg, marking a proud and prayerful moment for the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman.
Church of Our Lady of Arabia in Kuwait Elevated to Minor Basilica Status
The Church of Our Lady of Arabia in Ahmadi was officially elevated to the status of a minor basilica on January 16, marking a historic milestone attended by diplomats, clergy, and faithful from across the Gulf and beyond.
