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Seven Canonised as Saints by the Holy See
Today, October 29, 2025, the Holy See canonised the following seven men and women as saints. The date of commemoration is provided. These dates may be moved according to local needs. Antoni Gaudí (June 10) Buenaventura Codina y Augerolas (Nov. 18) Catherine de Hueck Doherty (Dec. 14) Gordon Anthony Pantin (Mar. 12) Luis Cáncer (June […]
Eleven Canonised by Patriarchs Seraphim and Mattai
Today, October 26, 2025, the Holy See canonised the following individuals as saints. The date of commemoration is provided. These dates may be moved according to local needs. Additional names have been submitted. St. Bogolep of Chorny Yar (Aug. 1) St. Diego José de Cádiz (Mar. 24) St. Giles of Santarém (May 14) St. Jan […]
Statement Concerning the Tragedy in McEwen, Tennessee (USA)
10 October 2025 – The Holy See has received with deep sorrow the news of the devastating explosion at an explosives manufacturing facility in McEwen, Tennessee (USA), in which it is reported that as many as eighteen persons have lost their lives. Our hearts are united with the grieving families and the afflicted community in […]
Russian Orthodox Church in Communion with Rome Dissolves
TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, 3 April 2025 — The Russian Orthodox Church in Communion with Rome has formally ceased to exist as a distinct ecclesial body under the protection of the Holy See. The majority of its clergy have entered into full communion with the Russian Orthodox Church under the Moscow Patriarchate, leading to the dissolution of […]
The Canonisation of Ceferino Namuncurá: A New Saint for the Church
TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN — The Holy See today announced the canonisation of Ceferino Namuncurá, declaring him Saint Ceferino the Pius. This momentous event marks a significant step in recognising the sanctity of South America’s indigenous heritage within the universal Church. Saint Ceferino the Pius, a young man of indigenous Mapuche descent, has been officially proclaimed a […]
Patriarch Calls for Prayer Amidst Hurricane Milton
TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN — His Holiness, Patriarch Seraphim Michael, has issued a solemn call for prayer as Hurricane Milton approaches and communities continue to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. In a statement, His Holiness expressed deep concern for all those in the path of Hurricane Milton, urging members of the Church and all […]
Patriarchate of Jerusalem Condemns Attacks on Ukrainian Believers
Patriarchate of Jerusalem Strongly Condemns Violent Attempts to Seize Ukrainian Churches, Calls for Immediate International Intervention TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, 1 October 2024 — It is with great sorrow and righteous indignation that the Holy Patriarchate unequivocally condemns the recent violent attempts to seize the historic Cathedral of Cherkasy, an action clearly motivated by religious hatred, schismatic […]
Israel Must Assert Right to Defend Citizens Against Terrorist Attacks
JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, 6 September 2024 – In light of ongoing threats and attacks against its people, the Patriarchate of Jerusalem encourages the State of Israel to reaffirm its unequivocal right to defend itself against all forms of terrorism. The safety and security of Israeli citizens should remain a top priority, especially as the region faces […]
God is Not to Be Mocked
From the Office of Patriarch Seraphim Michael TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, 31 July 2024 – It is with righteous anger and unwavering determination that I address the recent blasphemy committed during the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Only a day ago, I witnessed the abhorrent acts through a shared video. The vile mockery of […]
On Human Rights, Torture, Cruel and Inhuman Treatment
The Patriarchate of Jerusalem is committed to upholding human rights within its Canonical, Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction to the extent that it is capable and strongly believes and desires to put emphasis on the fact that all human beings, no matter what social status they may or may not hold, must not be subjected to any form […]
