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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »