Earth Hour is an annual environmental campaign organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) that encourages individuals, communities, and businesses to turn off non-essential lights for one hour to raise awareness about climate change and promote sustainable living. It typically takes place on the last Saturday of March at 8:30 PM local time . The event aims to unite people globally in the fight against climate change and highlight the importance of protecting nature.

TAI SHUI HANG, HONG KONG – The Syro-Malabar Catholic community gathered on March 28 at Our Lady of Joy Abbey, a monastery in Tai Shui Hang (大水坑), Lantau Island, for Palm Sunday celebrations led by Fr. Jijo and Fr. Jose. The solemn observance began with the blessing of palm fronds, followed by the Way of the Cross, during which the faithful meditated on the Passion of Christ as they processed through the abbey grounds. The celebration concluded with the Holy Qurbana (Mass), w

Bolawalana, Sri Lanka, 2026 March 7 Dear brothers and sisters, We speak with deep concern as we witness the tragic escalation of violence and war in the Middle East. Before the eyes of the world, destruction answers destruction and the language of weapons has drowned out the language of dialogue. The greatest victims of this spiral of violence are innocent people – families displaced, children living in fear, and communities suffering immeasurable loss. This painful reality r

Colombo, Sri Lanka — March 2-8, 2026 The General Government, together with the Major Superiors, began an eight-day journey of prayer, reflection, and synodal discernment in Colombo. This significant gathering marked an important step in preparing the Congregation for the XXVII General Chapter, fostering hope, unity, and renewed missionary zeal. Photo 1: The inaugural mass of the encounter. The days were dedicated to deep listening, communal prayer, and discerning the Spirit’s

Fr. Stephen Nang, CMF continues to serve in a wide range of pastoral ministries in the Kyoto Diocese, including immigration outreach to English- and Vietnamese-speaking communities, ministry among indigenous peoples, and extensive educational apostolates. He currently pastors, with two other priests, five parishes—including the Cathedral—each linked to kindergartens or schools. Located near a major educational complex from kindergarten to university, Fr. Nang regularly encoun

Lent is a sacred season that invites us to slow down and look honestly at our lives. It is not meant to make us sad, but to make us awake —to what truly matters, to who we are becoming, and to where God is gently calling us. For forty days, the Church invites us to walk with Jesus through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. These are not mere religious duties. They are simple practices that help clear our hearts: prayer reconnects us with God, fasting teaches us self-control and

Vic, Spain. The Encounter with Claret 2026 is being held from 24 February to 26 March 2026, gathering 16 English-speaking Claretians from different Organisms for a month of study, prayer, and pilgrimage centered on the life and mission of St. Anthony Mary Claret. The programme aims to deepen participants’ understanding of Claret’s spirituality and missionary vision through intensive sessions and visits to significant Claretian sites. The Encounter unfolds in three phases in V

Fr. Jose Cherukara, CMF attended the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress 2026 , held from February 19–22, 2026 , at the Anaheim Convention Center , California. Organized by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Office of Religious Education , the four-day congress is the largest annual Catholic gathering of its kind, bringing together around 35,000 participants , including educators, pastoral leaders, and faithful from the U.S. and abroad. The event featured workshops, liturgi

An Assembly of Claretians working in the Chinese Mission was held from February 8–13 in Taiwan. The gathering focused on prayerful discernment, pastoral sharing, and strategic planning to strengthen collaboration, missionary presence, and future directions of the Claretian mission among Chinese communities.

The local Catholic community gathered for a solemn Sunday Mass presided over by Fr. Arturo. The liturgy was a vibrant celebration of faith, highlighted by the active participation of Aboriginal Ministers and the formal induction of new students into their roles as lay ministers, marking a significant step in their spiritual journey. The congregation also took part in a deeply moving moment of commemoration for the late ci Tilo sinpo ato ci Ka'onto sinpo . The ceremony served

The Osaka community joyfully celebrated the 97th birthday of Fr. Antonio Fradera on January 9. The occasion was marked by a simple yet meaningful gathering, expressing gratitude for his long life, faithful service, and continued presence among the community. Warm greetings, prayers, and fraternal fellowship highlighted the celebration.

“From Mary, they learned their fiat .” Remembering the Claretian Martyrs on February 1st, we glimpse lives shaped not by a single heroic moment, but by a quiet, daily yes, rooted in trust, sustained by prayer, and inspired by the missionary fire of Anthony Mary Claret. In his reflection, Father General, Mathew Vattamattam, CMF, invites us to discover what that same fiat might mean for us today… and the answer unfolds in the full letter. Message [EN] | Mensaje [ES]

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The training program for newly appointed Major Superiors officially commenced in Rome on 22 January 2026. The program, which runs until 31 January 2026, brings together participants for formation, orientation, and accompaniment as they begin their ministry of leadership and service within their respective communities.

On January 26, 2026, Epiphany Parish celebrated Sinulog 2026 with vibrant presentations honoring the Filipino devotion to Sto. Niño. Parishioners participated in lively dances, colorful costumes, and musical performances, beautifully showcasing both cultural heritage and faith. The celebration brought together families and the wider community in a joyful expression of tradition and spirituality.

The Archdiocese of Taipei, home to over 20,000 urban indigenous faithful, continues to strengthen pastoral care under the guidance of Fr. Arturo Morales, CMF, chaplain for the Aboriginal Tribes in Taiwan. Addressing the shortage of ordained ministers, the Our Lady of Indigenous Pastoral Center in Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, provides regular formation for lay apostles to actively participate in pastoral and evangelization work. On January 25, 2026, 32 newly trained lay

To commemorate the 450th anniversary of its foundation, the Diocese of Macau held a solemn Mass and the Opening Ceremony, “Lux Vera – Passage of True Light,” at 7:00 p.m. on the anniversary evening at the Cathedral of the Nativity of Our Lady. The celebration was presided over by the Bishop of Macau, D. Stephen Lee Bun Sang, and concelebrated by around one hundred priests from parishes and religious congregations. The Cathedral was filled to capacity, prompting the opening

Today, 17 January 2026, marks the 20th anniversary of the Claretian presence in Macau. This milestone traces its beginnings to the official arrival of Fr. Alberto Rossa, CMF, who took up his mission in Macau after completing 27 years of service in the Philippines. Later that same year, in March, Fr. Ian, then a lay worker of the Claretian Publications, joined him in Macau, further strengthening the Claretian mission and laying the foundation for its continued presence in the

On January 4, 2026, Mui Wo Epiphany Church in Hong Kong celebrated its Feast Day, bringing together the parish community in a spirit of faith and devotion. The celebration was led by Fr. Johnson Dhos, SVD, Regional Superior of Hong Kong and Macau, as the main celebrant, and was joined by Parish Priest Fr. Ezakias Anthony Swamy along with Claretian priests Frs. Alberto Rossa, CMF, Jose Cherukara, CMF, and Jojo Ancheril, CMF. The event highlighted the collaboration between diff

To commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Catholic Church in Taiwan, the Archdiocese of Taipei held a memorial event at Keelung Sacred Heart High School on January 3. The celebration featured a thanksgiving Mass presided over by the Archbishop, attended by the Holy See’s representative in China, local clergy, and nearly 400 faithful. The event also included a special lecture on four centuries of Catholic missionary history in Taiwan, kicking off a series of activities hono