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Circular Letter of the Archdiocese of Windhoek

KM 357 /08/ 2024 | August - December 2024
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For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11

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How Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence on Pentecost

On the solemnity of Pentecost, which this year is celebrated on May 24, Catholics have the opportunity to gain a plenary indulgence. [...]

Madrid archbishop says Catholics feel 'incredible expectation' at pope's upcoming trip to Spain

Archbishop José Cobo Cano hopes Pope Leo XIV's visit will help Catholics "look up and take a step forward." [...]

In Italian region marred by toxic waste, Pope Leo XIV praises ‘beauty no injustice can erase’

The Holy Father on May 23 met with Church leaders and local residents at Acerra in Italy's "Land of Fires." [...]

In Italy’s ‘Land of Fires,’ Pope Leo XIV laments ‘the cry of creation and the poor’

The Holy Father said Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si' is a framework for addressing the social and environmental crises of the region. [...]

Release dates for Mel Gibson’s ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ announced

Mel Gibson's "Resurrection of the Christ" will be released in two parts — Part 1 will be released on May 6, 2027, and Part 2 will be released on May [...]

Middle East & African News
How Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence on Pentecost

On the solemnity of Pentecost, which this year is celebrated on May 24, Catholics have the opportunity to gain a plenary indulgence. [...]

Madrid archbishop says Catholics feel 'incredible expectation' at pope's upcoming trip to Spain

Archbishop José Cobo Cano hopes Pope Leo XIV's visit will help Catholics "look up and take a step forward." [...]

In Italian region marred by toxic waste, Pope Leo XIV praises ‘beauty no injustice can erase’

The Holy Father on May 23 met with Church leaders and local residents at Acerra in Italy's "Land of Fires." [...]

In Italy’s ‘Land of Fires,’ Pope Leo XIV laments ‘the cry of creation and the poor’

The Holy Father said Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si' is a framework for addressing the social and environmental crises of the region. [...]

Release dates for Mel Gibson’s ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ announced

Mel Gibson's "Resurrection of the Christ" will be released in two parts — Part 1 will be released on May 6, 2027, and Part 2 will be released on May [...]

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Prayer of the Day

O loving messenger of the Incarnation, descend upon all those for whom I wish peace and happiness. Spread your wings over the cradles of the new-born babes, O thou who didst announce the coming of the Infant Jesus. Give to the young a lily petal from the virginal scepter in your hand. Cause the Ave Maria to re-echo in all hearts that they may find grace and joy through Mary. Finally, recall the sublime words spoken on the day of the Annunciation-- "Nothing is impossible with God," and ... [...]

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How Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence on Pentecost

On the solemnity of Pentecost, which this year is celebrated on May 24, Catholics have the opportunity to gain a plenary indulgence. [...]

Daily Readings

Reading 1: Acts of Apostles 2:1-11, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104:34, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104:29-31, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104:24, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104:1, Gospel: John 20:19-23, Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 12:3-7 [...]