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The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church accused Russian forces on Monday of committing “genocide” in the besieged city of Mariupol. In his video message on Monday, major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk said: “Real crimes against humanity are happening in the temporarily occupied territories. Every day we receive news about a real humanitarian catastrophe, about murders, looting, rape.” He also said nearly 44 churches and religious buildings have been destroyed so far. Ukrainian government officials have accused Russia of engaging in genocide since the full-scale invasion launched on February 24.
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250740/ukrainian-catholic-leader-accuses-russia-of-genocide-in-beseiged-city-of-mariupol
Pope Francis on Saturday issued a reform of the structure of the Roman Curia, the administration at the Vatican that assists the pope in governing the Catholic Church. Among the many changes, the new reform changes the name and structure of the Vatican’s departments, and gives evangelization and charitable giving a more central role in the Vatican’s structure. Check out catholic news agency dot com for a full analysis of the changes.
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250733/how-praedicate-evangelium-changes-the-vatican-s-dicasteries-a-cna-explainer
On Friday, Pope Francis will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, meaning he will entrust the nations to Mary’s help and protection. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI plans to privately join in praying for the consecration of Russia and Ukraine on March 25. Bishops around the world have announced that they will join in praying for the consecration, with many inviting the public to Masses or prayer services on Friday. Check out the list at catholic news agency dot com to see if your diocese is participating.
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250730/is-your-diocese-participating-in-pope-francis-consecration-of-russia-and-ukraine-find-out-here
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250738/pope-emeritus-benedict-xvi-consecration-russia-ukraine
Today, the Church celebrates the feast of Saint Nicholas of Flue. During his lifetime, the Swiss saint had 10 children, became a hermit and later prevented a civil war.
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-nicholas-of-flue-184