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This tailoring shop in Jordan helps Iraqi refugees knit their lives back together
Founded by Father Mario Cornioli, the shop called Rafedìn has been helping Iraqis rebuild their lives over the past eight... Read more
Nuncio highlights Jordan’s unique role in Holy Land Church today
Bishop Giovanni Pietro Dal Toso, who became the first resident nuncio to Jordan one year ago, says the Church there... Read more
Thousands gather at Jordan River with patriarch to mark baptism of Jesus
For 24 years, the Catholic community in the region has made a pilgrimage, gathering around its patriarch, to celebrate the... Read more
Bishop says the Christian influence in Jordan is still strong
Jerusalem Bishop William Shomali, newly appointed to the Latin Patriarchate of Jordan, says that although Christians are a very small... Read more
To welcome refugees is a witness of the resurrection, Pope says
On the first anniversary of the arrival of Iraqi refugees in Jordan, Pope Francis sent a letter thanking the country... Read more
After pilot's heinous execution, Jordan's Christians pray for religious harmony
Christians in Jordan have responded to the Islamic State's gruesome execution of a captured Jordanian pilot with sorrow, calling for... Read more
In refugee limbo, Iraqi Christians keep the faith
Threatened by forced conversion or death at the hands of the Islamic State, many Iraqi Christians have had to flee... Read more
Syrian refugees pursue education for their children, in hope for the future
Refugees of the Syrian civil war say their new life has many burdens, but they hope that education for their... Read more
As winter looms, Syrian refugees now fear 'dire' shortfalls in aid
Refugees who have fled violence in Syria and Iraq may face further significant problems in meeting their basic needs if... Read more
Refugees, displaced take center stage at Middle East consistory
At Monday's consistory on the Middle East, patriarchs gathered to discuss the threats facing local Christians, and focused on the... Read more
Appeal for solidarity marks Jordan’s role in Middle East dialogue
An appeal issued jointly Wednesday by Vatican and Jordanian officials marks the nations’ friendship and common commitment to foster peace... Read more
Migrants in Holy Land look forward to papal visit
Migrant workers in the Holy Land are eagerly awaiting Pope Francis' pilgrimage to Palestine, Israel and Jordan next month, and... Read more
