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



Two Claretian Movies Now Streaming
The Claretians are pleased to announce the official online release of two powerful Claretian movies: “Claret” (2020) and “Un Dios Prohibido” (A Forbidden God) (2013) — cinematic works that bring to life the legacy of Saint Anthony Mary Claret and the heroic witness of the 51 Claretian Martyrs of Barbastro. (Click above Image to view the link to the movie) CLARET (2020) 120 min | Biography The Untold Story of Saint Anthony Mary Claret This powerful film tells the true story


International Day for the ERADICATION of POVERTY
The observance of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty can be traced back to 17 October 1987. On that day, over a hundred thousand people gathered at the Trocadéro in Paris, where the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948, to honour the victims of extreme poverty, violence and hunger. They proclaimed that poverty is a violation of human rights and affirmed the need to come together to ensure that these rights are respected. Since then, peopl


World Food Day 2025
Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future World Food Day 2025 is calling for global collaboration in creating a peaceful,...


General Government reflects on the Claretian Constitutions
Ancona, Italy . As part of their tradition, the General Government took a few days ahead of their intensive sessions to pause, reflect, and engage in meaningful spiritual conversations about key themes affecting their mission of animation to the Congregation. From October 1 to 3, 2025, they gathered at the historic Monastero San Silvestro Abate in Fabriano, Italy—a serene 13th-century monastery that provided the perfect setting for contemplation and fraternal dialogue. Durin


International day for Disaster Reduction
Fund Resilience, Not Disasters The rising cost of disasters reflects the growing impact of climate change and poor development choices....


International Day for the GIRL CHILD
The girl I am, the change I lead Shaped through consultations with girls organizations, UN partners and, most importantly, girls...


A Community's Farewell: Macau Honors Fr. Mario
In Loving Memory of Fr. Mario, CMF Fr. Mario Vincenzo Bonfaini, CMF Faithful Servant, Tireless Missionary, Joyful Witness (19 May 1939 – 8 October 2025) MACAU – On the morning of October 11, a profound sense of peace settled over St. Lawrence Church. The sun streamed through the ancient windows, illuminating a community united in grief and gratitude. The whole of Macau—parishioners, friends, and collaborators—had gathered for a final prayer for Fr. Mario. The Requiem Mass, l


The JUBILEE of the YOUTH of CLARET WAY in Rome
Newsletter of the General Prefecture of CMF Youth and Vocation MInistry (CLICK the top IMAGE to View or Download file)


With Ardent Hearts
Claretian Meditations on New Testament Discipleship Reflections by Jijo Kandamkulathy CMF Bible Texts from the Christian Community Bible...


World HABITAT Day
2025 Theme: Urban crisis response World Habitat Day is marked on the first Monday of October each year and is recognized by the United...


World Teacher's Day
World Teachers’ Day is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe. It commemorates the anniversary of the...


Seeking what pleases God: Webinar on Discernment and Accompaniment
O n 27 September, the General Prefecture of Spirituality and Community Life organised a webinar on discernment and accompaniment that...


Fr Henry's Trip to China
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the arrival of Fr Henry Omonisaye CMF, the Vicar General and in-charge of Bible and Communications...


UN International Day for Older Persons
The 2025 United Nations International Day of Older Persons, observed under the theme “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our...


Claret and the Claretians, men of faith and prayer
The Prefecture of Spirituality of the Province of Sanctus Paulus has prepared a plan of community retreats inspired by the Congress of...


The Paralyzed Man of Bethsaida
He had stopped counting the years. At first, he kept track—one year, two, five, ten. But after a while, the numbers blurred into the ache...


International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste 2025
The International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste will be observed on 29 September 2025, focusing on reducing food loss and waste...


Mystical Missionaries
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Secretary-General's (United Nations) message on the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons
Nuclear weapons deliver no security — only the promise of annihilation. The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear...


NEWLY PUBLISHED BOOKS 2025
Now Available in Macau and Hong Kong! Claretian Publications is thrilled to announce the release of our new editions for 2026. This...
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