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EU External Affairs, Policy Areas, Press

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COMECE joins a global faith leaders appeal for a robust EU due diligence law

COMECE joins on Wednesday 5 July 2023 the appeal of faith leaders across the world urging for a strong EU due diligence legislation. General Secretary Fr. Barrios Prieto: “It would be an important step towards a sustainable economy that serves people and respects the planet”. Read the Statement The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) supports the statement endorsed by more … Continue reading »

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📑 PUBLICATION | COMECE 2022 Annual Report is now online

We are pleased to announce that our 2022 Annual Report is now accessible online! Initially released in print earlier last March during the COMECE Plenary Assembly in Rome, we are delighted to also make the report available in its digital format. The Annual Report introduces two new sections, on youth policies and communication, providing additional insights compared to previous editions. If you prefer a printed … Continue reading »

Justice & Fundamental Rights, Policy Areas, Press

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COMECE contributes to EP dialogue seminar on the EU Single Market

In the Article 17 TFEU Dialogue Seminar on the 30th Anniversary of the EU Single Market, held at the European Parliament on Tuesday 27 June 2023, COMECE recalled that “more inclusive and fair economic models are needed for the benefit of all and essential to ensure that the EU project remains vibrant”. Watch the video of the event The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of … Continue reading »

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ECUMENISM | COMECE President Mgr. Crociata greets the 2023 CEC General Assembly in Tallinn

The President of COMECE, H.E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata, greeted the participants of the 2023 General Assembly of the Conference of European Churches in Tallinn (Estonia) on Sunday, 18 June 2023. Crociata: “As the tragic war against Ukraine rages on, common understandings and projects are necessary to overcome conflict and create ways of reconciliation and peace”. Speech [EN – IT] Mgr. Mariano Crociata was invited to … Continue reading »

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The President of COMECE offers a reflection on the role that Christian values should play in the EU

The President of COMECE, H.E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata, participated on 9-10 June 2023 in a high-level meeting held in Rome by the European People’s Party (EPP). Members of the European Parliament gathered in Rome for this event and exchanged on the future of Europe and the role of Christianity. Mgr. Crociata offered a reflection on the role that Christian values should play in the European … Continue reading »

EU External Affairs, Policy Areas, Press

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Full video of the roundtable on EU-CELAC Summit is now available

In view of the upcoming EU-CELAC Summit, COMECE and its partners organised on Tuesday 6 June 2023 a public debate reflecting on ways to make the Summit an occasion to promote global justice and a partnership of equals. The President of COMECE, Mgr. Crociata: “the Summit and its follow-up represent a unique opportunity for a more fraternal world.”  Watch the full video The roundtable event … Continue reading »

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COMECE and CEC hold prayer for peace and Christian unity at European Parliament

To mark Pentecost, the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the EU (COMECE) together with the Conference of European Churches (CEC) held on Tuesday 6 June 2023 a Prayer for Peace and Christian Unity at the European Parliament in Brussels. The event was hosted by MEP Jan Olbrycht. Prayers and special messages were shared by COMECE President H.E. Mgr. Mariano Crociata and CEC President Rev. … Continue reading »

Ecology & Sustainability, Policy Areas, Press

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EVENT | Registration is now open for the webinar “EU Sustainable Textiles Strategy”

The European Laudato Si’ Alliance invites you to participate in the webinar “EU Sustainable Textiles Strategy” to be held on Tuesday 6 June 2023 at 18:00 (CET). Registration is now open The event will features contribution by MEP Pernille Weiss, Sandra Dusch Silva, Adviser for Sustainable supply chains and clothes Christliche Initiative Romero, Marie-Jeanne Gaertner (RREUSE). The webinar will also be an occasion to discovery … Continue reading »

International Religious Freedom, Policy Areas, Press

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EVENT | “Syria – Humanitarian and Development Challenges of Faith Based Actors”

COMECE, L’Œuvre d’Orient and Aid to the Church in Need invite you to participate in the conference “Syria – Humanitarian and Development Challenges of Faith Based Actors: A Christian Perspective”, to take place at the COMECE Secretariat, (Square de Meeûs 19, Brussels), on Monday, 12 June 2023, from 17:00 to 19:00 (CET). Registration is now open! The conference is organised as a “side event” to … Continue reading »