Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass on November 8, 2026, in Florida, Uruguay, honoring the country's patroness, Our Lady of the Thirty-Three. During his homily, he thanked mothers and grandmothers for preserving and transmitting the faith within families. He encouraged fathers to serve as role models and urged Uruguayans to reach out to those who have drifted from God. The pontiff referenced biblical women and local saints to highlight the importance of intergenerational spiritual transmission, noting that many families face challenges when younger generations stop practicing their religion.
The St. Andrew Gymnasium in Ružomberok, Slovakia, is a co-recipient of the 2026 Westphalian Youth Peace Prize. The award was presented in Münster, Germany, to the socioMovens network, of which the school is a key Slovak partner. Vatican Cardinal Michael Czerny handed the prize, emphasizing that peace requires moral foundations and spiritual roots. The school has participated in the international movement since 2015, focusing on social solidarity and dialogue. The bronze trophy toured Slovakia before being received by Žilina Region President Erika Jurinová. The school celebrated with a peace festival and Mass, highlighting Christian values and youth engagement in social projects.
The Conference of Bishops in Slovakia, collaborating with the Ecumenical Council of Churches, has released a Slovak translation of the official materials for the 2027 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The event will take place from January 18 to 25, 2027. The publication, produced by the Society of Saint Adalbert in Trnava, features the theme based on Luke 12:32. Mária Spišiaková prepared the translation, with theological review by Martin Fečko and Ivan Šulík. The materials include liturgical orders and reflections, aiming to encourage unity and trust among Christian communities. They are available online for both public worship and private prayer.
Pope Leo XIV urged that cooperation enabling humanitarian aid in Olešky, Ukraine, should foster dialogue and peace. He spoke after the Angelus prayer on All Saints' Day, referencing his recent calls to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskym for a truce. The Pope also commemorated five Franciscan martyrs beatified in Savannah, USA, and welcomed the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. Additionally, he highlighted a mission for the poor in Rome and invited prayers for the deceased during the upcoming commemoration at Verano cemetery.
Domka, the Salesian Youth Association, is marking its 35th anniversary in Slovakia. Founded in Košice in 1991, the organization currently supports 8,368 members across 27 centers with the help of over 2,065 volunteers. According to the outlet, Domka provides friendship, trust, and educational programs to help young people develop skills and take responsibility. Stanislav Hurbanič, the association's president, emphasized the intergenerational nature of their work. The group invites the public to support its ongoing mission through regular donations to ensure continued care for future generations.
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