The 8th CANTATA (Macau International Choir Festival and Competition) commenced this afternoon with an inauguration ceremony attended by founder Fr. Jijo, while six young participants from General Santos, Philippines are being hosted by our community for the event. This year's festival will unfold over Friday to Sunday at St. Augustine Church, St. Joseph Seminary Church, and St. Paul Auditorium featuring eight competing choirs including the prestigious UST Singers alongside ot

Cavite, Philippines. The General Government of the Claretian Missionaries began a meeting with the Governments of the Asian Organisms on December 3, 2025, coinciding with the feast of St. Francis Xavier, Patron of Missionaries. Held at St. Paul Spirituality Centre in Cavite, the gathering opened with morning prayer, the solemn enthronement of the Word of God, and a symbolic presentation of rice and multi-coloured scarves representing Asia’s diversity. Fr. Henry Omonisaye, CMF

In a vibrant celebration blending sacred tradition with ancestral spirit, the Archdiocese of Taipei held its annual Feast Day of Christ the King and Indigenous Folk Sports Games. The event, a highlight of the community's calendar, drew participants of all ages for a day of faith, fellowship, and athleticism. The festivities commenced with a solemn Mass of Thanksgiving presided over by Bishop Chao Yung-Chi of the Archdiocese of Taipei. He was joined by Father Arturo Morales, C

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]

Claretian Publications Hong Kong recently concluded a successful series of book fairs at various parishes throughout the region. The events were graced by the presence of Fr. Alberto Rossa, CMF, who, alongside a team of dedicated volunteers, welcomed a wonderful turnout from the community. The book fairs saw a vibrant response, with many people—especially migrants—eagerly browsing and purchasing a wide range of religious books, prayer guides, and spiritual resources. These ev

As our Congregation continues its journey of renewal and missionary commitment, the recent Meeting of Prefects of Formation held in Vic from November 3–12, 2025, offered a privileged time to listen, discern, and dream together. Under the inspiration of Father Claret and guided by the Spirit, the Prefects of Formation gathered to reflect on the challenges and opportunities of our formative mission today. The message that follows— “Charting Maps of Hope: From Vic to the Ends of

The World Day of the Poor is a significant observance in the Catholic Church, celebrated on the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was established by Pope Francis in 2016 and first observed in 2017. The day is dedicated to reflecting on the plight of the poor and to call for action to address poverty. The theme for the 2025 World Day of the Poor is "You are my hope," as expressed by Pope Leo XIV. This theme encourages Christians to recognize the poor as protagonists of hope and

“ 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

Annual Retreat for The Priests of the Diocese of Hong Kong 2025 Retreat Facilitator: Bishop Joseph Abella, CMF Bishop of the Diocese of Fukuka, Japan

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

D oha, Qatar . Fondazione Proclade Internazionale-onlus (Claretians) participated in the Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2), held November 4-6, 2025, in Doha, Qatar, thirty years after the historic 1995 Copenhagen World Summit for Social Development. The event convened governments, multilateral organizations, and civil society representatives to renew global commitments to the Copenhagen Declaration and translate them into concrete social outcomes. The Clareti