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OPPORTUNITY | European Summer School 2026: Applications now open

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), in collaboration with the University Francisco de Vitoria (UFV) and the Institute for the Global Common Good (IBCG), will organise the third edition of the European Summer School from 29 June to 3 July 2026 at the historic monastery Oude Abdij Drongen, located just outside Ghent, Belgium. Info & Application Under the theme “Rebirth … Continue reading »

Education & Culture, Policy Areas, Press

Invitation

WEBINAR | New European Bauhaus Lab – Renovation, transformation and renewal of church buildings and religious heritage in the EU (16 April 2026)

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), together with the University of Linz and Future for Religious Heritage, invite you to participate in the webinar “New European Bauhaus Lab: Renovation, transformation and renewal of church buildings and religious heritage in the EU”, to be held on Thursday, 16 April 2026 from 16:00 to 18:00 CET. Click here to join the webinar … Continue reading »

EU External Affairs, Policy Areas, Press

Press Release

Message by the President of COMECE, Mgr Mariano Crociata, ahead of Easter 2026

On Monday, 30 March 2026, the President of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), Mgr Mariano Crociata, wishes to share a message in view of the forthcoming celebration of Easter, in a context marked by growing conflicts and tensions, renewing the call for the European Union to promote peace, dialogue and solidarity among peoples. Read the message [EN – IT] … Continue reading »

Migration & Asylum, Policy Areas, Press

Press Release

European Parliament vote on return policies raises serious concerns about the EU’s commitment to its fundamental values

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), on Friday, 27 March 2026, expresses its deep concern following the recent vote of the European Parliament on new EU return policies in the field of migration. Download the Press Release [EN – IT – ES – FR] This vote signals a troubling political shift within the Parliament, enabling the emergence of new majorities … Continue reading »

International Religious Freedom, Policy Areas, Press

Press Release

COMECE congratulates Mairead McGuinness on appointment as EU Special Envoy for FoRB

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) congratulates Mairead McGuinness on her appointment as EU Special Envoy for the Promotion of Freedom of Religion or Belief outside the European Union, announced today, Thursday 26 March 2026. “COMECE knows Ms McGuinness well and has had the privilege of working closely with her during her time as a Member of the European Parliament, … Continue reading »