Hundreds of Thousands Gather at Egypt’s Assiut Monastery to Honor the Virgin Mary
The Monastery of the Virgin Mary in Assiut holds special significance: It is considered to be the final stop of the Holy Family’s journey in Egypt.
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From Rome to Alexandria: Catholic Youth Jubilee Continues Its Mission in Egypt
The jubilee days opened with a celebratory Mass at St. Catherine’s Cathedral in Alexandria, presided over by Bishop Lurati and marked by the reception of the relics of Blessed Carlo Acutis.
19-Year-Old Catholic Woman Dies Attempting to Flee Gaza with Her Mother
In an exclusive interview with ACI MENA, CNA’s Arabic-language news partner, Al-Sayegh’s brother, Fady Al-Sayegh, who has resided in Egypt since earlier this year, shared his pain at receiving the devastating news about his sister.
Egypt: More Than 40 Worshippers Killed in Coptic Church Fire
Reports indicate 5,000 people were gathered for worship.
Months Later, Nine Egyptian Christians Still Detained After Protests to Rebuild Church
'They were interrogated while blindfolded and handcuffed, with no lawyers present, while their families were denied information about their fate and whereabouts. These conditions are akin to enforced disappearances,' Amnesty International said March 30.
Jesuit Scholar: Seeking to Defend Islam at All Costs Is Betraying the Truth
In an interview with the Register, Egyptian Greek Melkite Jesuit Father Henri Boulad explains why he believes Islamist terrorists are applying what their religion teaches them, and why the Church fails to address this because she has fallen prey to a leftist ideology that is destroying the West.
Pope Francis Arrives in Cairo, Says Visit Will Be One of ‘Unity and Fraternity’
Also tells reporters on the papal plane the two-day apostolic voyage has a “special aspect” because of invitations from civil and religious leaders.
Pope Offers Encouraging Message to Egyptians Ahead of Trip
The Holy Father will not use a bulletproof vehicle during his trip to Egypt this weekend, despite recent terror attacks.
‘A Man of Peace Brings a Message of Peace’ to Egypt
Pope Francis to visit Cairo in the wake of recent anti-Christian terror.
