Red Wednesday 2026 – Press Release Montreal, October 15, 2026 – On November 18, will you stand with persecuted Christians? In Canada, Red Wednesday is an opportunity to show solidarity, raise awareness, and pray for Christians who continue to face persecution, even in 2026. This day is part of a major international movement promoted by Aid …
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DRC: Ebola spreads across the country as violence in the east limits health response
Forced displacement caused by violence is hampering efforts to contain the spread of the highly contagious disease. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a new wave of Ebola amid particularly challenging circumstances in the eastern part of the country, where armed conflict and the presence of rebel groups are limiting the ability …
More than a million children are learning to become peacemakers through the Rosary
From the streets of India to juvenile prisons in Ukraine, children all over the world prayed the Rosary together and showed adults that peace begins through small gestures, such as praying together as a family. Over one million children and youths, from all over the world, prayed the Rosary for peace and unity from October …
One Million Children Praying the Rosary: Pope Leo XIV Joins ACN in Launching Global Week of Prayer
The Holy Father joined the One Million Children Praying the Rosary initiative, promoted by Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), in the Vatican Gardens. In Canada, more than 4,500 registrations have already been recorded on the international card. Pope Leo XIV joined hundreds of children at the Grotto of Lourdes in the Vatican Gardens …
Pope Leo to Pray Rosary for Peace with Hundreds of Children
On 1 October, between 700 and 1,000 children from schools and parishes in Rome will join the Holy Father in the Vatican Gardens, marking the beginning of the One Million Children Praying the Rosary (OMC) initiative promoted by Aid to the Church in Need Pope Leo XIV will join hundreds of children in praying the …
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One Million Children – New campaign landing page in Canada
Press Release – One Million Children Praying the Rosary Montreal, September 2, 2026 – Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) Canada today launched its landing page for the international One Million Children Praying the Rosary campaign. ACN invites children, families, schools, parishes, and youth groups across the country to join a great chain of …
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UN Special Rapporteur Nazila Ghanea: Civil Society Plays a Crucial Role in Religious Freedom
To mark the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, the UN Special Rapporteur has sent a video message to Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), highlighting the urgent need to defend freedom of religion or belief for everyone. In the video message sent to Aid to …
Colombia: ACN Visits Earthquake-Stricken Dioceses
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck large parts of western and central Colombia on Monday, August 10. The epicentre was recorded in the municipality of San José del Palmar, in the department of Chocó. According to the latest official report, the emergency has left 265 people dead, 3,494 injured, and 496 missing. The earthquake affected over 53,000 …
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Earthquake in Colombia: Church assessing needs for emergency aid
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck much of western and central Colombia on Monday. While authorities assess the scale of the emergency, the Catholic Church is already accompanying affected communities and gathering information to gauge the most urgent needs. Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) is in direct contact with the bishops of dioceses …
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10 Years After His Martyrdom, His Witness Continues to Bear Fruit
Ten years ago, on July 26, 2016, Father Jacques Hamel was murdered while celebrating Mass. His sacrifice remains a deeply moving testimony of faithfulness to Christ, peace, and forgiveness. On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of his martyrdom, we invite you to honour his memory in prayer by having a Mass celebrated for his …
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