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CLARETIAN News Update —Hong Kong - Japan, Macau - Taiwan



Returning to the Simplicity of Bethlehem: Christmas Message from the Superior General
The Superior General’s 2026 Christmas message calls the Congregation to renew hope and joy by returning to the simplicity of Bethlehem. He recalls that God heals a fragmented world by entering human life with humility and tenderness, and invites Claretians, in the spirit of St. Anthony Mary Claret, to welcome Christ anew and offer Him to a world in need of hope. MESSAGE [EN] | MENSAJE [ES] | MESSAGE [FR]


Video Message of the Holy Father Leo XIV
Video Message of the Holy Father Leo XIV to the Particular Churches of the Global South gathered at the Amazonian Museum Of Belém [17 November 2025]


Letter of the Superior after the Intensive Sessions
“ Walking together as pilgrims of hope and artisans of peace ”, such is the call that emerges from the latest letter of the Superior General, Fr. Mathew Vattamattam, CMF, issued after the recent intensive sessions of the General Government. The message reflects deeply on the Congregation’s journey in this Jubilee Year, inviting Claretians to live their vocation with renewed faith, hope, and missionary passion. Fr. Mathew highlights priorities for the coming period, including


“Guardians of Our Common Home”
Message to the Congregation for COP30 November 10, 2025 Dear Brothers, As the nations of the world gather for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, we unite our voices and prayers with all humanity that longs to protect and restore our common home. This summit comes at a decisive moment in history. Our planet—God’s precious gift—groans under the weight of greed, neglect, and violence. The healing of the wounds of the planet begins with mending fraternity through dialogue and concre


A Message of Hope and Renewal from the Superior General on the Feast of St. Anthony Mary Claret
On the occasion of the Feast of St. Anthony Mary Claret , Fr. Mathew Vattamattam, CMF, Superior General, shares an inspiring message for this Jubilee Year . He invites us to rediscover Claret as a pilgrim of hope and artisan of peace, and to renew our mission to nurture life and hope from the Heart of Mary. Read the full message here


Final Message of the Claretian Brothers to the Congregation
Gathered at Sacrofano, Italy, from September 7–14, 2025, fifty-four Claretian brothers and nine missionary priests came together for an...


Dreams Woven Together: A New Claretian Generation Rises
Dear Brothers of the East Asia Delegation, In this issue I want to share with you the experience of the student’s gathering in Hong Kong....


Claretians Urged to Embrace Pilgrim Identity on 176th Foundation Anniversary: Message from the Superior General
Marking the 176th anniversary of the Claretian Congregation, Superior General Fr. Mathew Vattamattam, CMF, delivered a message, aligning...


A Humble Shepherd: Pope Leo XIV’s Journey of Faith and Service
Dear All, As you can see in the news bulletin, the Delegation has been busy in the last two months. The Extended Government gathered to...


Obituary: In Loving Memory of K. S. Joseph and Mr. Xue
We extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers for the eternal rest of K. S. Joseph, beloved father of Fr. Mathew (Liju) Kuriath, CMF,...


Embracing Synodality: A New Chapter for the Congregation
The Church, long accustomed to hierarchical structures reminiscent of ancient monarchies, is undergoing a profound transformation. Pope...


PILGRIMAGE of HOPE
I wish you all a Merry Christmas. As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, may the light of Christ shine brightly in our hearts and guide...
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