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Safer Internet Day 2026

Safer Internet Day, the World Day for Safer Online use, promoted by the European Commission, was celebrated on February 10th. The initiative aims not only to raise public awareness but also to promote the adoption of concrete measures to protect and empower children and young people in the digital environment. This year’s event focused on…

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Meeting of Rectors at the Dicastery for the Clergy

On February 3, 2026, the Meeting of Rectors of the Pontifical Colleges and Priestly Residences “in Urbe” was held at the Dicastery for the Clergy, organized with ARCER (Association of Rectors of the Ecclesial Colleges of Rome). The Prefect, Cardinal Lazzaro You Heung-sik, introduced the proceedings. This was followed by a presentation by Sister Pina… Read more »

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To the Daughters of St. Paul 1961**

The edition To the Daughters of St. Paul (1961)** completes the publication of Fr. Alberione’s preaching from the year preceding the Second Vatican Council. It was a time when the Church was preparing for a profound renewal in the light of the Gospel. For Alberione, aggiornamento meant above all a more faithful adherence to the…

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In memory of Maestra Thecla 2026

Letter of Sr. Mari Lucia Kim, Superior General

Dearest Sisters and young women in formation, Today we commemorate the 62nd anniversary of the birth into heaven of our dearly beloved Maestra Thecla. On this occasion, we offer our heartfelt thanks for the precious legacy of Pauline life she has entrusted to us. Maestra Thecla lived the Pauline vocation faithfully as a journey of… Read more »

60th World Day of Social Communications

“Safeguarding Human Voices and Faces” is the theme chosen by the Pope for the 60th World Day of Social Communications. This day will be celebrated in many countries, including Italy, on May 17, 2026, the Solemnity of the Ascension. “As Catholics, we can and should give our contribution, so that people – especially youth –… Read more »

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Centenary of Pauline Presence in Rome

On January 15th and 17th, the Pauline men and women religious celebrated the centenary of the arrival of the Pauline Family in Rome. In 1926, the first groups of young people departed from Alba, accompanied by Father Timothy Giaccardo and Maestra Amalia Peyrolo, with the desire to reach the heart of Christianity, strengthen their missionary… Read more »

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Final message of the 43rd Meeting of the General Governments of the Pauline Family

43rd Meeting of the General Governments of the Pauline Family and representatives of the Aggregated Institutes and the Pauline Cooperators FINAL MESSAGE The Pauline Family: a cart that runs, resting on four wheels To us, members of the Pauline Family Here we are, having gathered once again as scheduled from 9 to 12 January 2026… Read more »

Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Killed in 2025

“A hope filled with immortality because their witness lives on as a prophecy of the victory of good over evil.” These words from Pope Leo XIV introduced the usual report of Fides’s on Catholic missionaries and pastoral workers killed around the world in 2025. The report provides a profile of men and women who were… Read more »

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In Alba the Councillor, Daniele Sobrero visits the Daughters of St. Paul in the name of the Pope

A moment of profound spirituality and sharing marked the meeting held at the community of the Daughters of St. Paul in Alba, where Regional Councillor Daniele Sobrero visited the Pauline Sisters. The occasion provided a renewed bond between the Alba area, young people, and the Holy Father. The visit centered on the presentation of several… Read more »

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Digital Pontifical Yearbook

The digital Pontifical Yearbook, the official Holy See platform with daily updated data on bishops, dioceses, religious institutes, and papal representations, has been online since December 8, 2025. It is accessible from computers and mobile devices, and designed for curiae, episcopal conferences, scholars, and journalists. Created in 1860 and rooted in the tradition of Liber… Read more »

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