17/05/2025
Mgr. Mariano Crociata’s keynote speech during the General Assembly International Conference 2025 [IT]
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Join the Conference: ‘Religious Education – Fit for the Present and Future?’ | Brussels, June 2025 – Register Now!
The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) warmly invites you to participate in the conference “Religious Education: Fit for Present and Future? The Role of Religion in the Formation of Young Generations at the European Schools”, to take place at the Chapel for Europe (Rue Van Maerlant 22, Brussels) on Wednesday, 4 June 2025 from 19:30 to 21:00 (CEST). Register now! Amid … Continue reading
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COMECE and SECAM send a joint message to European and African foreign ministers
Ahead of the upcoming meeting of foreign ministers from the African Union and the European Union, COMECE and SECAM issue on Thursday, 15 May 2025, a joint statement calling for a renewed, just and people-centred partnership between the two regions. COMECE: “Africa does not need charity, nor does it need to be a battleground for external interests. What it needs is justice and a partnership … Continue reading
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OPPORTUNITY | 2nd European Summer School with a focus on Security and Defence. Apply now!
The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) is pleased to announce the launch of applications for the second edition of the European Summer School, organised by the School of Governance and Leadership Isabel la Católica in collaboration with COMECE. This year’s event will be held from 5 to 13 July 2025 in the historic Monastery of Poblet, a stunning former medieval … Continue reading
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🇻🇦 Mgr. Crociata: “Joy and deep gratitude to the Lord for the new Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV”
In a note published on Thursday, May 8, 2025, H.E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata, President of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), expressed joy and deep gratitude to the Lord for the new Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV. Download the note EN | IT “With great joy and deep gratitude to the Lord, we welcome the news of the election of the … Continue reading
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🇪🇺 STATEMENT | Europe Day: A call for greater unity amid global challenges
In anticipation of Europe Day, which will be celebrated tomorrow, Friday, May 9, 2025, the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) has released a declaration by its President, Mgr. Mariano Crociata. Europe Day commemorates the Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundation for the European Union by promoting peace and unity among European nations. The full text follows below. Download the Statement … Continue reading
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COMECE invites the EU to join in prayer for the Conclave and honors Pope Francis with a new publication
Today, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, on this day marked by the opening of the Conclave, the President of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), Mgr. Mariano Crociata, invites everyone to join “spiritually, accompanying with prayer the delicate task of the College of Cardinals.” In this context, COMECE announces the publication of the volume “Pope Francis and Europe – A collection … Continue reading
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EU Bishops’ General Secretaries gather in Brussels to promote COMECE’s dialogue mission
The General Secretaries of the Bishops’ Conferences of the EU gathered in Brussels on Monday, 28 April 2025, to discuss and strengthen COMECE’s mission of dialogue with the institutions of the European Union so as to ensure a strong voice for the Church in Europe’s integration process and policy making. Photo Gallery The meeting included discussions on a wide variety of topics, ranging from the … Continue reading
Honouring Pope Francis: Commemorative Mass and Condolences in Brussels
Following the passing of our beloved Pope Francis on the morning of Monday, 21 April 2025, we wish to inform all those living or working in Belgium of the opportunity to attend a commemorative Holy Mass dedicated to the late Pontiff. The Mass will take place on Thursday, 24 April 2025 at 19:00 at the Basilica of Sacré-Cœur in Koekelberg, Brussels. The ceremony is being … Continue reading
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SEDE VACANTE | Mgr. Crociata’s message on the passing of Pope Francis
H.E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata, President of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), expresses deep sorrow at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, which occurred today, Monday 21 April 2025. Read the Statement “With profound gratitude and emotion, we remember our Holy Father Francis, who tirelessly led the Church with courage and strength through years marked by multiple crises all … Continue reading