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Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia

An Apostolic Vicariate of the Catholic Church, it has territorial jurisdiction over Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia and serves as a spiritual refuge for an estimated 2.2 million Catholics, the vast majority of whom are migrant workers from around the world. Each member of this diverse community carries a personal story of faith, migration, and hope. Read more

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Missio – AVONA The Pontifical Mission Societies presents: “Faith nourished by Word of God. Issue No. 26

August 27, 2026
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Missio – AVONA The Pontifical Mission Societies presents: “Faith nourished by Word of God. Issue No. 24

August 13, 2026
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EWTN News highlights Bishop Aldo’s pastoral visits across the vicariate, reflecting his commitment to accompanying the faithful and strengthening parish communities.

August 3, 2026
Read more: https://www.ewtnnews.com/world/middle-east/northern-arabia-s-apostolic-vicar-urges-christians-to-stand-firm-in-hope?fbclid=IwY2xjawTdGrJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEekKNvhUne9lpKKgfH6dfCXNoFFBFjQAIpVnMOFUwZ5mAgIjKSnAt51xlYsjY_aem_rtAA9NHWn19wB0DlbvCQoQ

Charisarabia August edition

August 2, 2026
A MAGAZINE FOR SPIRITUAL NOURISHMENT AND GROWTH IN UNITY Read […]

Charisarabia July edition

July 6, 2026
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Missio – AVONA The Pontifical Mission Societies presents: “Faith nourished by Word of God. Issue No. 18.

July 2, 2026
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Missio – AVONA The Pontifical Mission Societies presents: “Faith nourished by Word of God. Issue No. 17.

June 30, 2026
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Charisarabia June edition

June 8, 2026
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The Qatar Catholic Church

The Catholic Church In Qatar Is Part Of The Universal Church, Whose Spiritual Head Is The Pope . On May 31, 2011, According To A decree Of The Holy See, Qatar Was Detached From the Apostolic Vicariate of Arabia And Included In The Newly-Formed Ecclesiastical Territory Of The Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia. The Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia Is Under The Spiritual Care And Guidance Of His Lordship H E Bishop Aldo Berardi, O.SS.T. Apostolic Vicar Of Northern Arabia.

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DAILY UPDATES FROM THE HOLY SEE / POPE LEO XIV

  • During procession on Lake Albano, Pope entrusts wounded children to Mary
    on August 29, 2026 at 6:36 pm

    Pope Leo XIV arrived by boat at the beach on Lake Albano, where a Marian procession that began at the Church of Mary Most Holy of the Lake had come to an end. The Holy Father, travelling aboard the Falco, which was decorated with yellow and white flowers, joined the faithful gathered on the shore and led them in prayer to the Virgin Mary. Read all  

  • Pope: Do not give in to hatred; do not let evil disfigure humanity
    on August 29, 2026 at 4:35 pm

    In his homily for Mass in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the beauty of “simple gestures” of devotion and emphasizes that, in a world that dismisses forgiveness as naive, believing in God can become a pathway toward peace. After Mass, the Holy Father made history by embarking on a boat on Lake Albano to take part in the procession for the Feast of Our Lady of the Lake. Read all  

  • Pope Leo grants Eastern Synods the faculty to remove Patriarchs
    on August 29, 2026 at 11:53 am

    With an Apostolic Letter issued motu proprio on 29 August, Pope Leo XIV provides the Synods of Bishops of Eastern Catholic Churches the faculty to remove their respective Patriarchs in order “to restore the wounded communion, even by removing him from office for grave cause”, in the event their “bond” is “irreparably compromised.” In such an event, the Roman Pontiff must grant assent to the Synod’s judgment. Read all