Tag: Anniversary
Filipino Catholics mark country’s first-ever baptism
Cebu Archdiocese has continued its commemoration of 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines with a re-enactment of the first-ever baptism in the Catholic-majority country.
NZ Bishops pray for end to violence on anniversary of Christchurch massacre
The Interfaith Committee of the New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference (NZCBC) expresses its support with the country’s Muslims, and prays for an end to violence.
Catholic education in Australia marks 200th anniversary
The Catholic Church in Australia celebrates 200 years of its contribution to education in the country.
Singapore Church marks 200 years of evangelization
The theme for the bicentenary celebrations, “Ignite and Shine with Faith”, invites all Catholics to join hands in forming a more vibrant, evangelizing and missionary Church.
Vatican coins illustrate Bible stories, mark anniversaries
The most expensive Vatican commemorative coins for 2020 continue a numismatic series illustrating scenes from the Acts of the Apostles; the other mid-October issues mark important anniversaries and themes dear to the heart of the pope.
The Philippines to celebrate 500 years of Christianity only in 2021
On 14 April 2021, the Philippines will celebrate the first baptism in the country, which is featured in the logo of 500 Year of Christianity, led by the Archdiocese of Cebu.