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• Lefebvrite priests and lay faithful: Procedure to return to Catholic communion

  The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith has sent a communication to bishops around the world outlining what must be done to welcome back those who decide to leave the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X following the schismatic act that led to excommunication.

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• Inside Lampedusa's "hotspot"

  Imad Dalil, Director of Lampedusa's "hotspot", describes the work of the Italian Red Cross on the island, which has seen over 180,000 migrants pass through after crossing by boat along the Central Mediterranean route.

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• Pope's July prayer intention: 'for respect for human life'

  Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of July, and invites Catholics to pray 'for respect for human life,' so all may 'recognize and protect the unique and unrepeatable value of every human being.'

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• UNHCR: Pope Leo’s Lampedusa visit a call for shared responsibility

  Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lampedusa, UNHCR Communication Officer Filippo Ungaro says the Pope’s presence offers a powerful reminder that migration must be approached with solidarity, shared responsibility, and an unwavering commitment to the dignity and protection of every human person.

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• The U.S. turns 250: Celebrate with the saints and a nationwide novena

  A National Shrine in Wisconsin is inviting people from the United States to celebrate the nation’s birthday through a novena for unity and renewal and an exhibit showcasing the lives of 76 holy men and women from the U.S. from July 1-9.

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• The Pastor General’s Agenda
  30 June 2026
• Priestly Ordination of František and Daniel
  24 June 2026
• Nativity of John the Baptist
  23 June 2026
• The Pastor General’s Agenda
  31 May 2026
• Pentecost 2026
  23 May 2026