Category Archives: Policy Areas

EU External Affairs, Policy Areas, Press

News

COMECE sends letter of solidarity to the people of Ukraine

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) has reaffirmed its solidarity with the people of Ukraine in a letter addressed to the Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organisations, on Monday, 2 December 2024. Download the Letter Signed by the President of COMECE, H. E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata, the letter conveys EU bishops’ steadfast support and compassion for Ukraine amidst the … Continue reading »

EU External Affairs, International Religious Freedom, Policy Areas, Press

Press Release

COMECE advocates for peaceful transition in Syria

“The bishops of the European Union are closely monitoring developments in Syria and express their hope for an orderly and peaceful transition of power. COMECE urges the new regime to reject sectarianism and extremism while embracing the contributions and unique identities of the many ethnic and religious minorities that enrich the Middle Eastern nation. Furthermore, they call for the protection of religious temples and sites … Continue reading »

Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

Press Release

COMECE at the European Parliament: “Time is mature for the appointment of an EU Coordinator on combating anti-Christian hatred”

In the context of the 27th edition of the European Prayer Breakfast held at the European Parliament, in Brussels, on Wednesday, 4 December 2024, COMECE contributed to the conference on “Safeguarding Religious Freedom in Europe – Current challenges and future prospects”. COMECE: “The time is mature for the appointment of an EU Coordinator on combating anti-Christian hatred in Europe”. Alessandro Calcagno, COMECE adviser for fundamental … Continue reading »

Justice & Fundamental Rights, Plenary Assembly, Press

Invitation

EVENT | Join the Mass for Europe in Brussels on November 27th!

As part of the incoming 2024 Autumn COMECE Plenary Assembly, we warmly invite you to join us for the Mass for Europe. This celebration will take place at the Église Notre-Dame des Victoires au Sablon in Brussels, Belgium, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 18:30 CET. Download the poster The Mass for Europe will be celebrated by H.E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata, President of the Commission … Continue reading »