Catholic Church in Hungary
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‘Christ is our future’: Vatican announces theme, schedule for Pope Francis’ Budapest trip
Pope Francis will travel to Budapest, Hungary, in just over a month for an April 28–30 visit to the capital... Read more
The image of the Virgin Mary that wept tears of blood on St. Patrick’s Day
On March 17, 1697, an image of the Virgin Mary known as the Weeping Irish Madonna shed tears of blood... Read more
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Pope Francis to visit Hungary in April
Pope Francis returns to the central European country after a short visit in 2021 for the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress. Read more
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In effort to help the persecuted, Hungary offers scholarships for young Christians from around the world
A Hungarian official has welcomed Christian scholarship students from around the world to Budapest and stressed the importance of helping... Read more
Pope Francis arrives in Hungary and meets Viktor Orban
The pope is making his first international trip since undergoing surgery. Read more
Cardinal Erdö: Our world today is in burning need of a united Christianity
"This unity is the will of Christ Himself, who prayed that His disciples may be one, that the world may... Read more
What role does the Eucharist hold in the Eastern Orthodox Church?
Orthodox believers are called to pursue deification, or divine qualities, according to a Russian Orthodox leader. The most powerful way... Read more
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Metropolitan Hilarion: Catholics, Eastern Orthodox are united in belief in Christ’s Real Presence
Metropolitan Hilarion delivered the opening catechesis at the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress in Budapest, Hungary. Read more
International Eucharistic Congress kicks off Sunday in Budapest
Here’s what you need to know about the major Catholic gathering. Read more
Budapest International Eucharistic Congress to feature Mass setting in Romani language
The Romani people are Hungary’s largest minority group. Read more
Meet the pastor of a Greek Catholic church in Hungary for Romani
When Fr. Árpád Kanyó first arrived at his current parish, he didn’t know the language or culture of the people... Read more
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Vatican unveils program of Pope Francis’ 7-hour trip to Hungary
The pope will meet with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Read more
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Could Hungary find an unexpected ally in the Holy See?
The country is under fire for a new law touching on homosexuality. Read more
Church leaders in Hungary and Slovakia welcome confirmation of papal visit
Pope Francis is expected to visit the countries on Sept. 12-15. Read more
Cardinal: International Eucharistic Congress hymn helped Catholics survive war and communism
Cardinal Péter Erdő noted that the official hymn’s lyrics date back to 1938. Read more
International Eucharistic Congress in Budapest unveils official hymn
The song is a “refreshed version” of a hymn from 1938, when Hungary last hosted the congress. Read more
Cardinal says intercommunion not an issue in Hungary ahead of International Eucharistic Congress
Cardinal Péter Erdő is hosting the congress in Budapest on Sept. 5-12. Read more
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Budapest International Eucharistic Congress to open with 1,000-strong choir, First Communions
The 52nd International Eucharistic Congress will take place in Hungary on Sept. 5-12. Read more
Cardinal Bo and Cardinal Sarah among speakers at Budapest International Eucharistic Congress
The International Eucharistic Congress will take place in the Hungarian capital Sept. 5-12. Read more
Cardinal: Eucharistic Congress in Budapest will be ‘a great sign of hope’ amid pandemic
Cardinal Péter Erdő will host the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress in September. Read more
