St. Barnabas, apostle
Catholics celebrate the memory of St. Barnabas on June 11. The apostle and missionary was among Christ’s earliest followers and was responsible for welcoming St. Paul into the Church.
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St. Landry, Bishop of Paris
St. Landry, also known as Landericus, was a Bishop of Paris who lived from about 646 to 661. He is celebrated for his dedication to serving God and helping the poor. He was known for his work in establishing the city’s first hospital, selling church property to aid the famine-stricken, and welcoming the Benedictines to his diocese. His feast day is June 10.
Pope on Pentecost: The Spirit shatters our inner chains and transforms us
During the Mass for the Solemnity of Pentecost, Pope Leo XIV recalls how the Holy Spirit accomplished ‘something extraordinary’ in the lives of the Apostles, and suggests that today, the Holy Spirit likewise descends upon us, ready to shatter our inner chains, fears, and hardened hearts, to make us new.
Pastoral Care of Pakistani Christians in Thailand: Fr. Inayat Bernard’s Mission of Presence and Faith
Lahore – June 5, 2025
Addressing the clergy and priests of the Archdiocese of Lahore on June 5, 2025, Fr. Inayat Bernard shared a touching testimony about his ongoing mission of pastoral care to Pakistani Christians in Thailand, a ministry entrusted to him by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Pakistan on June 4, 2019.
Remembering Rev. Fr. Samran Anwer on His 5th Death Anniversary
Lahore – June 6, 2025
Today marks the 5th death anniversary of Rev. Fr. Samran Anwer (1988–2020), a faithful priest of the Archdiocese of Lahore, who was called to his eternal reward on June 6, 2020, at the young age of thirty-three. At the time of his passing, he was serving as Parish Priest of St. Joseph’s Parish, Gujranwala.
Official Launch of Archdiocesan Newsletter Website: The Catholics: Lahore Focus
“I sincerely appreciate the efforts of the entire team for launching this initiative that brings the vibrant life and mission of our Archdiocese from the local level to the international community,” said Archbishop Benny Mario Travas.
Golden Jubilee of Annual Ziarat-e-Muqaddasa Mariam Celebrated in Shahdara
Lahore – May 24–25, 2025
With profound joy and spiritual fervor, St. Luke’s Parish, Shahdara, celebrated the Golden Jubilee of its Annual Ziarat-e-Muqaddasa Mariam (Holy Pilgrimage to Our Lady)
Sealed with the Spirit: 100 Youth Confirmed on the Feast of the Visitation
Gujranwala – May 30, 2025 — A moment of profound grace unfolded at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Gujranwala, as 100 young faithful received the Sacrament of Confirmation on the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over by His Grace Archbishop Benny Mario Travas, Apostolic Administrator of the Archdiocese of Lahore.
Pope Leo invites lay faithful to join in mission to families
Addressing a seminar on “Evangelizing with Families of Today and Tomorrow,” Pope Leo XIV calls on the faithful – clergy and laity – to be “fishers of families” by promoting an encounter with God.
Pope at Mass: Life of priests must be transparent and credible
Pope Leo XIV celebrates an ordination Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica, and urges priests to welcome God’s grace so they might remain close to the people they serve as credible witnesses.