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(Rom 5:3-5) And not only so: but we glory also in tribulation, knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience trial; and trial hope; And hope confoundeth not: because the charity of God is poured forth in our hearts, by the Holy Ghost who is given to us.
POPE LEO XIV: “The darker the hour, the more faith shines like the sun”.
CATHOLIC PHILLY: Called to Wait in Hope, We Persevere Through Persecution
CATHNEWS: ‘Suffering is immense’: Caritas appeals for more aid to Sudan
ACN: Red Week 2025: A global cry for religious freedom
Once again, hundreds of churches and landmarks will shine red — the color of martyrdom — to honor those who suffer for their faith. More than 635 churches will be illuminated around the world, in cities such as Vienna, Rome, Zurich, Lisbon, London, Brussels, Berlin, Paris, Dublin, Toronto, Mexico City, and Bogotá.
For the first time ever, the European Parliament approved that, in representation of the 27 Member States, the seat in Brussels will be illuminated in red on November 19. A conference will take place early next year to reflect on religious persecution.
In France, Red Week will be marked by a series of “Nights of Witnesses” held in various cities, offering moments of prayer and testimony. For the first time, iconic Parisian landmarks such as the Luxor Obelisk on the Place de la Concorde, Pont Neuf, and Pont des Arts will be illuminated in red, creating a striking visual message in the heart of the French capital.
In Germany, around 200 churches have registered. The Netherlands will contribute another 200 illuminated churches, extending Red Week’s visibility throughout the country. Portugal will light up key sites in Lisbon, Braga, Porto, and Viana do Castelo.
Some of the world’s most emblematic cathedrals will also be illuminated in red during Red Week 2025. These include St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica in Toronto and Mary Queen of the World Cathedral Basilica in Montreal; Las Lajas Cathedral in Colombia; Regensburg Cathedral and Worms Cathedral in Germany; and a remarkable number of cathedrals in Australia and New Zealand, including those of Perth, Hobart, Melbourne, Newcastle, Bendigo and Palmerston North.
St. George’s Cathedral in Southwark, London, will be one of the major buildings lit red for #RedWednesday and will be the venue for the main national ACN (UK) event – a Mass on November 19 – celebrated by Bishop Nicholas Hudson. At the Mass, catechist Tobias Yahaha from Sokoto, northwest Nigeria, will receive the ACN (UK) Courage to be Christian Award. He will also be guest of honor at a Parliamentary Event at Westminster, earlier the same day. Other European countries, like Hungary, Croatia, and the Czech Republic, will mark Red Wednesday illuminating buildings, such as embassies and the ministries of foreign affairs.
Religious Persecution: The Global Reality
According to the latest estimates from ACN’s Religious Freedom in the World Report, 413 million Christians live in countries where religious freedom is severely violated — of these, approximately 220 million are directly exposed to persecution. This persecution takes many forms and varies by region, but the figures offer a sobering view of the scale of the challenge.
Christians are exposed to persecution or discrimination in 32 countries. In 68 countries, Christian property has been damaged or destroyed with a clear religious bias, with churches being the main targets in 62 of them. In 45 countries, Christians cannot publicly express their faith using religious symbols in public places. Discrimination in access to public office, education, and justice affects Christians in 32 countries. Physical or verbal attacks with religious motivation have been reported in 73 countries, and in 57 countries, Christians face physical violence or detention because of their faith. In 33 countries, Christians are forced to flee, becoming internally displaced or seeking refuge abroad due to religious persecution.
The color red, symbolizing the blood of martyrs, will serve as a visual reminder of the suffering endured by millions for their faith. ACN invites all parishes, schools, and communities to join this international gesture of solidarity by illuminating their churches in red, organizing moments of prayer, and sharing a message during Red Week 2025 on social media using the hashtags #RedWeek2025 and #RedWednesday2025.
X: The First Holy Communion of Catholic children in Nigeria
The first Holy Communion of Catholic children in Nigeria stands as a powerful testament to the enduring faith of its people, occurring amidst severe persecution. Despite ongoing violence from groups like Boko Haram and Fulani herders, 94% of Nigerian Catholics attend Mass at least weekly or daily, the highest rate globally, according to a 2023 study by Georgetown University's Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate.
This remarkable devotion persists even as Nigeria ranks among the most dangerous countries for Christians, with over 5,600 killed in 2023 alone, primarily in attacks on Christian communities.
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November 17, 2025(Rom 5:3-5) And not only so: but we glory also in tribulation, knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience trial; and trial hope; And hope confoundeth not: because the charity of God is poured forth in our hearts, by the Holy Ghost who is given to us.
POPE LEO XIV: “The darker the hour, the more faith shines like the sun”.
CATHOLIC PHILLY: Called to Wait in Hope, We Persevere Through Persecution
CATHNEWS: ‘Suffering is immense’: Caritas appeals for more aid to Sudan
ACN: Red Week 2025: A global cry for religious freedom
Once again, hundreds of churches and landmarks will shine red — the color of martyrdom — to honor those who suffer for their faith. More than 635 churches will be illuminated around the world, in cities such as Vienna, Rome, Zurich, Lisbon, London, Brussels, Berlin, Paris, Dublin, Toronto, Mexico City, and Bogotá.
For the first time ever, the European Parliament approved that, in representation of the 27 Member States, the seat in Brussels will be illuminated in red on November 19. A conference will take place early next year to reflect on religious persecution.
In France, Red Week will be marked by a series of “Nights of Witnesses” held in various cities, offering moments of prayer and testimony. For the first time, iconic Parisian landmarks such as the Luxor Obelisk on the Place de la Concorde, Pont Neuf, and Pont des Arts will be illuminated in red, creating a striking visual message in the heart of the French capital.
In Germany, around 200 churches have registered. The Netherlands will contribute another 200 illuminated churches, extending Red Week’s visibility throughout the country. Portugal will light up key sites in Lisbon, Braga, Porto, and Viana do Castelo.
Some of the world’s most emblematic cathedrals will also be illuminated in red during Red Week 2025. These include St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica in Toronto and Mary Queen of the World Cathedral Basilica in Montreal; Las Lajas Cathedral in Colombia; Regensburg Cathedral and Worms Cathedral in Germany; and a remarkable number of cathedrals in Australia and New Zealand, including those of Perth, Hobart, Melbourne, Newcastle, Bendigo and Palmerston North.
St. George’s Cathedral in Southwark, London, will be one of the major buildings lit red for #RedWednesday and will be the venue for the main national ACN (UK) event – a Mass on November 19 – celebrated by Bishop Nicholas Hudson. At the Mass, catechist Tobias Yahaha from Sokoto, northwest Nigeria, will receive the ACN (UK) Courage to be Christian Award. He will also be guest of honor at a Parliamentary Event at Westminster, earlier the same day. Other European countries, like Hungary, Croatia, and the Czech Republic, will mark Red Wednesday illuminating buildings, such as embassies and the ministries of foreign affairs.
Religious Persecution: The Global Reality
According to the latest estimates from ACN’s Religious Freedom in the World Report, 413 million Christians live in countries where religious freedom is severely violated — of these, approximately 220 million are directly exposed to persecution. This persecution takes many forms and varies by region, but the figures offer a sobering view of the scale of the challenge.
Christians are exposed to persecution or discrimination in 32 countries. In 68 countries, Christian property has been damaged or destroyed with a clear religious bias, with churches being the main targets in 62 of them. In 45 countries, Christians cannot publicly express their faith using religious symbols in public places. Discrimination in access to public office, education, and justice affects Christians in 32 countries. Physical or verbal attacks with religious motivation have been reported in 73 countries, and in 57 countries, Christians face physical violence or detention because of their faith. In 33 countries, Christians are forced to flee, becoming internally displaced or seeking refuge abroad due to religious persecution.
The color red, symbolizing the blood of martyrs, will serve as a visual reminder of the suffering endured by millions for their faith. ACN invites all parishes, schools, and communities to join this international gesture of solidarity by illuminating their churches in red, organizing moments of prayer, and sharing a message during Red Week 2025 on social media using the hashtags #RedWeek2025 and #RedWednesday2025.
X: The First Holy Communion of Catholic children in Nigeria
The first Holy Communion of Catholic children in Nigeria stands as a powerful testament to the enduring faith of its people, occurring amidst severe persecution. Despite ongoing violence from groups like Boko Haram and Fulani herders, 94% of Nigerian Catholics attend Mass at least weekly or daily, the highest rate globally, according to a 2023 study by Georgetown University's Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate.
This remarkable devotion persists even as Nigeria ranks among the most dangerous countries for Christians, with over 5,600 killed in 2023 alone, primarily in attacks on Christian communities.
- The high rate of Mass attendance, with 94% of self-identified Nigerian Catholics participating weekly or daily, is attributed to the Church's vital role in providing education, healthcare, and social services where the government has failed, fostering deep community trust and hope.
- The Church's resilience is further demonstrated by the significant number of young people receiving the sacraments; for instance, nearly 1,000 Catholics were confirmed in Enugu in June 2025, with youth making up the majority, highlighting the faith's vitality.
- Despite intense persecution, including massacres, kidnappings, and the destruction of churches, Catholic leaders emphasize peace and reconciliation, with priests and bishops urging forgiveness and non-retaliation, reinforcing the Church's witness of faith under fire.
- The Catholic Church in Nigeria continues to grow, with thriving religious vocations, a large number of nuns serving in education and healthcare, and a strong presence in media and youth programs, ensuring the faith remains relevant and dynamic.
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9. Others were continually beating their breasts, and recalling their past life and state of soul. Some of them watered the ground with their tears; others, incapable of tears, struck themselves. Some loudly lamented over their souls as over the dead, not having the strength to bear the anguish of their heart. Others groaned in their heart, but stifled all sound of their lamentations. But sometimes they could control themselves no longer, and would suddenly cry out.Prayer request? Send an email to: PrayerR...@aol.com
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