Apostolic Vicariate of Istanbul

Apostolic Vicar of Istanbul: “Our community awaits the arrival of Pope Leo XIV with profound joy and anticipation”

This year, the Church commemorated the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea, an important anniversary for the entire Christian world. This November, Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit Turkey, where the council was held, fulfilling the commitment made by Pope Francis before his death. International Catholic charity Aid to the Church in …

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Turkey: Mass intentions from ACN, a vital lifeline

Christians are a small minority in Turkey. With priests serving the small number of dispersed faithful, Mass intentions provided by Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) offer essential support. “We do not forget you when we ascend to the Lord’s altar,” writes Fr. Massimiliano Testi, one of 26 priests in the Apostolic Vicariate of …

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