
Pope Leo XIV praises Chinese Catholics for unity 100 years after consecration of their first bishops
The pope sent a message to a conference in Rome marking the anniversary, where attendees discussed the Vatican’s complex relations with China.
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The pope sent a message to a conference in Rome marking the anniversary, where attendees discussed the Vatican’s complex relations with China.

For Father Hugo Gabriel Sánchez, Pope Leo “remains the same close friend as always, attentive to us and concerned for our well-being.”

The pontiff on Nov. 5 named Father Avelino Chicoma Bundo Chico, SJ, and Claudia Leal Luna, to serve under the dicastery’s prefect, pro-prefect, and secretary.

The pontiff offered Mass on Thursday for the repose of bishops and cardinals who died during the year.

In 2027, the Church will mark the 35th anniversary of the commemoration.

Pastors lament broken trust between Christians and the East African government.