Catholic Church in Dominican Republic

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Archbishop Francisco Ozoria Acosta of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Dominican Republic nightclub disaster: Church prays for victims, families

Apr 9, 2025

By Walter Sánchez Silva

Archbishop Francisco Ozoria Acosta of Santo Domingo expressed his profound sorrow and solidarity in response to the tragedy that occurred... Read more

“Lord, give me the grace to be faithful to you and to the Church until eternity” is the daily prayer of retired Archbishop Ramón Benito de la Rosa y Carpio.

60 years a priest, archbishop offers 10 tips for persevering in one’s vocation

Feb 20, 2025

By Walter Sánchez Silva

On the occasion of his 60th anniversary as a priest, Archbishop Ramón Benito de la Rosa shares 10 pieces of... Read more

Haitians at prayer before an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Bishops of Haiti, Dominican Republic object to mistreatment of deported Haitians

Oct 18, 2024

By Andrés Henríquez

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader announced the implementation of an operation to repatriate up to 10,000 illegal Haitian immigrants per... Read more

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Pope Francis's body lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica on Wednesday, April 23, 2025

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