On the return flight to Rome today, Pope Leo XIV was asked about the decision of Cardinal Reinhard Marx of Munich, Germany, to enforce "blessings" for homosexual couples in his archdiocese. Leo XIV replied: "First of all, I think it’s very important to understand that the unity or division of the Church should not revolve around sexual matters. We tend to think that when the Church is talking about morality, that the only issue of morality is sexual. And in reality, I believe there are much greater, more important issues, such as justice, equality, freedom of men and women, freedom of religion, that would all take priority before that particular issue. The Holy See has already spoken to the German bishops. The Holy See has made it clear that we do not agree with the formalized blessing of couples, in this case, homosexual couples, as you asked, or couples in irregular situations, beyond what was specifically, if you will, allowed for by Pope Francis in saying all people receive blessings. …More
Schools in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt have barred pupils from undertaking work placements with the regional parliamentary group of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), triggering a row over political neutrality in education. The restrictions apply to the annual “Girls’ and Boys’ Day” (also known as Zukunftstag), a nationwide initiative that allows students to gain short-term work experience in businesses, public institutions, and political offices. State education minister Jan Riedel, a member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), backed the decision by school leaders, citing their legal duty to uphold constitutional values. In a video statement, Riedel said schools must educate pupils “to respect human dignity” and act responsibly toward those with differing views, in line with Germany’s Basic Law and the state constitution. He argued that cooperation with the AfD was inappropriate, pointing to its classification by the domestic intelligence agency, the Federal …
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A Detroit parish that had previously been revitalised by the Mass in the Roman rite has now closed, reports CatholicCulture.org on April 21. St Josaphat in Detroit, Michigan, began offering the Roman Rite in 2004 when the parish was in full decline. This liturgy led to a rapid increase in attendance, particularly among younger Catholics. However, in 2012, tensions developed within the parish of St. Josaphat between Novus Ordo and Roman Rite parishioners. This followed the appointment of a new parish priest. Some older members expressed concerns about the level of involvement and financial contribution of the younger group. However, according to accounts from those involved, the Latin Mass community contributed approximately two-thirds of parish revenue. The dispute continued for several years. Finally, the parish was merged. Today, it is effectively closed, with no regular Eucharists. This is the story of a group of Catholics in a dying parish who, when presented with an unexpected …More
This homosexual, Marxist, and Masonic sect—which worships false gods—hates the Traditional Holy Mass, because said Mass was declared the Official Mass of the Church until the end of time. Conversely, the *Novus Ordo* Mass permits the changes that modernist heretics—infiltrated within the Second Vatican Council—introduced under the pretext of ecumenism; an ecumenism that promotes neither the conversion of Jews who reject their Messiah, nor that of idolatrous Muslims and followers of other false religions, but rather a Masonic fraternity in which polytheism is promoted. And a false peace with those who reject the Prince of Peace. A false UNITY wherein false gods are equated with the Most Holy Trinity (such as the false god Allah), and wherein Christ is not considered necessary as Redeemer. For this reason, no effort is made to ensure that idolaters convert, believe in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and are baptized. The synodal sect promotes the notion that Christ is no longer necessary …More
Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued a report on April 15 stating that the 2018 agreement between China and the Vatican has helped the Chinese government to increase pressure on underground Catholics. It has called on Pope Leo XIV to review or repeal the agreement and to press China to end the persecution. One priest cited by HRW was denied access to banking, phone services, and passports. Furthermore, there is a de facto ban on religious practice for persons under 18.
(PerMariam) — The watchdog agency Human Rights Watch (HRW) has warned that the controversial 2018 deal between China and the Vatican has “helped the Chinese government to pressure underground Catholic communities to join the official church.” According to a detailed new report issued by HRW, the Chinese state is only increasing its persecution of underground Catholics, and is doing so aided by the framework of the 2018 deal between Beijing and the Holy See regarding the appointment of bishops. “The 2018 Holy See-China agreement on bishops has helped the Chinese government to pressure underground Catholic communities to join the official church,” HRW wrote on April 15. Image produced via AI. Having been signed in 2018 on a provisional basis, the secretive Sino-Vatican deal’s specific details remain undisclosed: a peculiar air of mystery surrounds them. It has since been renewed a number of times, most recently in 2024 for a period of four years. The agreement is believed to recognize …
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Vatican Museums, alarm bells ring over fake uniforms in queues: the new tourist scam. Vatican Museums queues: amidst the waits and chaos, tourist scams are on the rise, with suspicious behavior occurring right in line. Some individuals approach tourists wearing badges or distinctive signs that resemble official ones, playing on ambiguity and somehow making them believe they are authorized personnel. They then convince visitors not to wait in line and suggest purchasing tickets through external agencies. The problem is that prices are significantly inflated: some say as much as €55 compared to the actual ticket price of around €20.
Alcune persone si avvicinano ai turisti indossando cartellini o segni distintivi che richiamano quelli ufficiali, giocando sull’ambiguità e facendo in qualche modo credere di essere personale autorizzato. A questo punto convincono i visitatori a non attendere la fila e propongono l’acquisto di biglietti tramite agenzie esterne. Il problema è che i prezzi risultano fortemente maggiorati: si parla anche di 55 euro contro i circa 20 euro del costo reale del biglietto...
La lunga fila davanti ai Musei Vaticani è da sempre uno degli scenari più riconoscibili della Capitale, ma proprio qui, tra attese e confusione, si inseriscono anche episodi poco chiari che rischiano di trasformare una visita culturale in un’esperienza negativa con truffe più o meno riconoscibili. Tra le tante segnalazioni e i casi più recenti, cresce l’attenzione su comportamenti sospetti che riguardano proprio chi è in coda. Come riconoscere la truffa Secondo quanto emerso anche da un servizio d’inchiesta mandato in onda da Mi Manda Rai Tredi domenica 19 aprile, la truffa ai danni dei visitatori dei Musei Vaticani si basa su un approccio diretto e studiato. Alcune persone si avvicinano ai turisti indossando cartellini o segni distintivi che richiamano quelli ufficiali, giocando sull’ambiguità e facendo in qualche modo credere di essere personale autorizzato. A questo punto convincono i visitatori a non attendere la fila e propongono l’acquisto di biglietti tramite agenzie …
The Vatican is pressing forward with the plan to reshape the Church into a more participatory, consultative body with shared decision-making across multiple levels, according to a report by katholisch.de on April 21. On April 17, the General Secretariat of the Synod convened the XVI Ordinary Council in an online session chaired by Cardinal Mario Grech. The meeting opened with a prayer led by Sister Nathalie Becquart. Council members reviewed progress on implementing the final document of the Synod on Synodality and examined ongoing work by study groups. A key next step will be a preparatory meeting at the Vatican from June 23–25, aimed at translating the Synod’s 2024 conclusions into concrete action at the continental level. This implementation phase is scheduled to run through spring 2028. Participants in June will include leaders of major continental episcopal bodies (CELAM, CCEE, and SECAM) alongside representatives of Eastern Catholic patriarchates and delegations from the bishops …More
It's not a bureaucracy; this is an example of Agenda 2030, the Delphi Technique - they appoint leaders who are very adept at controlling the members of the meeting, then these leaders lead the members to the decisions which have been made in advance.The Delphi Technique: Controlling the Narrative …
Two Israeli soldiers were sentenced to 30 days in military jail for smashing a statue of the crucified Christ in Lebanon. The Israeli army said one soldier used a sledgehammer while the other filmed; both were removed from combat duty. Six other soldiers were present and did not intervene or report the incident. According to 'The Guardian', such punishment is rare. In 2025, about 88% of alleged misconduct cases involving Israeli forces were closed or unresolved.
The Israeli military has sentenced two soldiers to 30 DAYS in jail for DESTROYING a statue in Jesus, per AP One of them was seen taking a SLEDGEHAMMER to the head of Jesus