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The Archbishop Emeritus of Caracas, Baltazar Porras Cardozo, praised the integration of the Portuguese into society and thanked them for the human and Christian values and virtues, and for the cultural and faith contributions they brought to Venezuela.
Pope Leo XIV has sent a message of solidarity to the people of Portugal following the impact of Storm Kristin.
José Ornelas stressed that the Diocese of Leiria-Fátima is closely monitoring the difficult situation in the parishes and organisations across the area.
Bishop Américo Aguiar was giving an interview and was badly startled. And could Trump confuse Cuba in the Alentejo with Fidel Castro's Cuba? Better explain it to him so there aren't aircraft carriers in Alqueva.
In a manifesto signed by 161 people, a group of Catholics calls on voters to support the former Socialist Party (PS) leader, while making indirect references to Ventura: “Faith is not a campaign accessory.”
Leo XIV is closely attentive to the turmoil of the modern world, including that within the Church itself. Opinion piece by Friar Bento Domingues O.P.
Portugal needs a Church that is free: free from political parties, but not without conscience; distant from power, yet close to real suffering.
At present, most priests celebrate Mass using Port wine.
The leader of Chega and candidate in the 2026 presidential election will attend Mass this Sunday at 19:00.
Rui Valério accuses world leaders of wanting to wage war. On controversial issues, he will follow the Pope's position.
Celebrating St Francis of Assisi's Easter is to contemplate his life with a gaze of faith, recognising God's action in every circumstance.
The Patriarch of Lisbon says the rise in the number of foreigners in Portugal does not call into question the Christian identity of Portuguese society. He also accuses several world leaders of being unsettled individuals who only want war.
The Archdiocese of Lisbon says it will abide by decisions issued by the Vatican regarding contentious matters affecting the Catholic Church.
The Patriarch of Lisbon said that immigration does not challenge or undermine Portugal's Christian identity and values.
The Patriarch of Lisbon said immigration does not threaten or call into question the Christian foundations of Portuguese society, asserting that newcomers do not compromise the nation's Christian identity.
“The Church's word is a universal word, a word that seeks to enlighten the human person as such, regardless of their ideological particularities,” added Rui Valério.
Patriarch of Lisbon Rui Valério argued that immigration does not undermine Portugal’s Christian foundations, emphasising that Catholicism and Christian culture foster a universalist mentality. He stressed the need for integration and respect for the country’s cultural and religious traditions, asserting that newcomers do not threaten or call into question the nation’s Christian character.
Update: Rui Valério reiterated that Catholicism and Christian culture are “a strong promoter of a universalist mentality”, underscoring that immigration does not call into question or jeopardise the Christian character of Portuguese society. He emphasised the importance of integration and respect for Portugal's cultural and religious traditions, arguing that newcomers do not compromise the nation's Christian identity and urging a balanced, inclusive approach to social cohesion.
“Charta Oecumenica 2025” will be signed in Lisbon and is intended to serve as the starting point for a new phase of collaboration.
The Bishop of Aveiro, António Moiteiro Ramos, asked the faithful not to receive 'any sacrament' from Francisco Marques.
The Mass led by the Portuguese priest-DJ enlivened Beirut on Saturday after a judge refused to impose precautionary measures to block the event.
Américo Aguiar played an active role in the conclave that resulted in the election of Pope Leo XIV.
On 13 May 2027, on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of the Apparitions.
On 13 May 2027, on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of the Apparitions.
“The key to peace,” Rui Valério said, “is to recognise the other, to recognise the right to exist.”
