**’Two-Pope’ Catholic Jubilee Draws 33 Million Pilgrims to Rome: A Malta Perspective** In a historic gathering that has captivated the hearts of millions, the ‘Two-Pope’ Catholic Jubilee in Rome has drawn an astonishing 33 million pilgrims from around the globe. This extraordinary event, which celebrates the legacies of Popes John Paul II and Francis, is…
### The Poor at the Centre of the Church: A Maltese Perspective In the heart of Valletta, one can find the historic St. John’s Co-Cathedral, a site not only steeped in beauty but also in the rich tapestry of Malta’s cultural and religious identity. As the Catholic Church continues to grapple with modern societal challenges,…
### Gozo Bishop Sends Heartfelt Christmas Message to Overseas Priests As the festive season approaches, the Bishop of Gozo, Anton Teuma, has taken a moment to reach out to priests from the island who are serving abroad. In a heartfelt Christmas message, he emphasized the importance of community, faith, and the enduring ties that bind…
**Spanish Bishop Resigns Amid Paedophilia Allegations: A Reflection on Malta’s Community Impact** In a shocking turn of events, a Spanish bishop has resigned amid paedophilia allegations, casting a dark shadow over the Catholic Church. This news, though originating from Spain, has resonated deeply within Malta, a nation where the Catholic faith holds a profound cultural…
Pope Leo’s upcoming visit to Turkey and Lebanon marks a historic moment, not just for the Catholic Church but also for the global community. As Malta, a predominantly Catholic island, prepares to follow this momentous journey, it is essential to understand the local context, cultural significance, and community impact of such a papal visit. Malta,…
Valletta’s Republic Street fell silent for 60 seconds on Saturday afternoon as 500 placard-waving protesters marked the anniversary of Malta’s total abortion ban. The minute of silence—one second for every year since the 1981 criminal-code amendment—was followed by a roar: “Decriminalise now!” The annual pro-choice rally, organised by the Campaign for the Right to Safe…
Archbishop Charles Scicluna startled worshippers on Sunday when, from the steps of St John’s Co-Cathedral, he catalogued what he called the “betrayals of independence” that have corroded Malta since 1964. Preaching at the annual pontifical Mass that marks Independence Day, the usually soft-spoken Bishop of Malta ditched the customary polite homily and delivered a stinging…
Catechist who allegedly used fake profile to lure under age boys is granted bail A 36-year-old parish catechist from Żebbuġ walked out of the Valletta courthouse on Monday evening after Magistrate Astrid May Grima granted him bail against a €10,000 personal guarantee and a €20,000 third-party guarantee. The man, whose identity is still protected by…
