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Former Archbishop Leo of the Orthodox Church was sentenced to a conditional prison term for serious financial crimes related to the finances of a cultural association in Finland.

The Archdiocese of Aparecida in São Paulo is expected to announce a new archbishop to replace Dom Orlando Brandes, who is retiring.

The former Archbishop Leo of the Orthodox Church is facing serious economic crime charges, with a verdict expected today from the North Karelia District Court.

The article explains the Vatican's secretive process for appointing a new Archbishop of Aparecida, Brazil, ahead of the retirement of the current archbishop in 2026.

The Catholic Church in Brazil is preparing for the appointment of a new archbishop for the Archdiocese of Aparecida following the retirement of Dom Orlando Brandes, a decision seen as strategically significant due to the city's religious and cultural importance.

Joan Planellas, the archbishop of Tarragona, discusses the Catholic Church's stance against far-right ideologies and advocates for the dignity of all people.

The Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of Saint Tarasius, Archbishop of Constantinople, on February 25, 2026, as well as other martyrs revered for their faith.

Urmas Viilma, the Archbishop of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church, delivered a speech during the celebration of Estonia's 108th anniversary, focusing on the significance of the national flag.

Archbishop Hieronymus of Athens reflects on his tenure and expresses his hopes for the future of the Greek Orthodox Church in a recent interview.

The premiere of the documentary 'Silent Power' about Archbishop Nikola Eterović took place in Zagreb and was attended by significant religious figures and officials.

The premiere of the documentary film ‘Silent Power’ on Archbishop Nikola Eterović took place in Zagreb with the attendance of notable figures and a focus on his contributions to the Church and Croatian diplomacy.

Mel Gibson begins filming the sequel to 'The Passion of the Christ' in Italy, featuring excommunicated Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò as a religious advisor.

A priest in Argentina has left his parish after marrying a transgender couple, following complaints from parishioners to the local archbishop.

Chancellor Pablo Quirno met with Archbishop Marcelo Colombo to discuss the Pope's potential visit to Argentina and concerns regarding juvenile justice reforms.

The Archbishop of Aparecida, Dom Orlando Brandes, urged for reconciliation and an end to political polarization during a Mass marking Ash Wednesday in Brazil.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent in the Catholic Church, a time for spiritual preparation for Easter as emphasized by Archbishop Tadeusz Wojda.

An international conference titled 'Christ is King' will be held in Zagreb, featuring notable clergy and theologians discussing the implications of Christ's kingship in modern society.

Archbishop Ieronymos attended the screening of the film "Kapodistrias," which focuses on the life of Greece's first and only governor.

Cardinal Dom Sergio da Rocha, Archbishop of Salvador and Primate of Brazil, has been appointed as a member of the Dicastery for Bishops by Pope Leo XIV, responsible for assisting the pope in the selection of new bishops worldwide.

The new Archbishop of Westminster, Richard Moth, calls for the Catholic Church to better support vulnerable communities and address its past failures, particularly regarding refugees and abuse victims.

Archbishop Urmas Viilma has discovered a fake advertisement online featuring him promoting a miracle remedy for vision problems.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed the expansion of postal voting for expatriates and his upcoming visit to Australia during a meeting with the Archbishop of Australia.

The article discusses the preparations for upcoming religious events by Archbishop Wojciech Polak, emphasizing early planning and community engagement.

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Monsignor José Sílvio de Brito as the auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Natal, fulfilling a request from Archbishop Dom João Santos Cardoso.

The Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Meletius, Archbishop of Antioch, on February 12, coinciding with the celebration of Tsiknopempti in Greek tradition.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is being criticized for skipping the installation ceremony of the new Catholic archbishop, a break from tradition that has not occurred in decades.

The new Archbishop of Prague, Stanislav Přibyl, addresses various social issues in a recent interview, emphasizing the church's role in society and condemning xenophobia, particularly towards Ukrainians.

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond amid ongoing fallout from clergy sexual abuse scandals.

Archbishop Dražen Kutleša emphasized the moral choices facing Croatian society during his homily for Blessed Alojzije Stepinac's feast, urging individuals to choose between truth and convenience.

Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans has begun a series of meetings with survivors of clergy sexual abuse as part of a settlement deal related to the archdiocese's bankruptcy case.

The new archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, commits to significant reforms in the Church of England's approach to handling abuse allegations, emphasizing independence and transparency.

Archbishop Kaziimba of the Church of Uganda has condemned the theft of church land, warning that such actions lead to curses and destruction.

The Constitutional Court of Croatia has determined that children born through surrogacy will receive Croatian birth certificates, despite surrogacy being banned in the country, as highlighted in a recent speech by Archbishop Dražen Kutleša.

Monsignor Antonio Arregui, the emeritus archbishop of Guayaquil, was honored and buried in a ceremony attended by numerous faithful in his memory following his passing at the age of 86.

Archbishop Ronald Hicks was installed at St. Patrick's Cathedral, succeeding the retired Cardinal Timothy Dolan.

Members of the Collective 'Touch My Knees' will no longer participate in organized protests against public prayers, instead attending mass led by Archbishop Mate Uzinić in Rijeka.

Members of the Collective 'Touch My Knees' attended a mass led by Archbishop Uzinić instead of participating in counter-protests against kneeling protesters in Rijeka.

Cardinal Blase Cupich criticizes Donald Trump's anti-immigration crackdown, warning that it jeopardizes the moral role of the United States in the world.

At the traditional Prayer Breakfast organized by the Sisak Diocese, Archbishop Dražen Kutleša discussed the ethical implications of the Constitutional Court's decision on surrogacy and its consequences for human dignity.

Archbishop Dražen Kutleša spoke at a prayer breakfast about the dignity of human life, condemning the practice of surrogate motherhood as a violation of fundamental human dignity.

Ronald Hicks is set to be installed as the 11th archbishop of New York at a ceremony in St. Patrick's Cathedral, where he will outline his vision for serving 2.5 million Catholics in the archdiocese.

The faithful gathered at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Guayaquil to pay their respects to the late emeritus archbishop Antonio Arregui, who passed away at the age of 86.

Antonio Arregui Yarza, who passed away at 86, significantly influenced Guayaquil during his archbishopric from 2003 to 2015, leaving a legacy of faith and social activism.

The Prince and Princess of Wales met Dame Sarah Mullally, the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, at Lambeth Palace, where Kate showcased a unique piece of jewelry.

Monsignor Antonio Arregui, the former archbishop of Guayaquil, died at the age of 86 in Guayaquil after leading a prominent public role in the church from 2003 to 2015.

Tucker Carlson's recent episode discussing the treatment of Christians in the Holy Land, featuring Jerusalem's Archbishop Hussam Naoum, sparked a debate with the US ambassador in Tel Aviv, garnering over 1.8 million views on social media.

Cardinal Timothy Dolan expresses gratitude and mixed emotions as he steps down from nearly 17 years as the archbishop of New York, while looking forward to the future with excitement.

The article discusses the economic arguments for regularizing immigrants in Asturias and critiques the Archbishop of Oviedo's comments about their integration, emphasizing the humanity of the individuals involved.

Health officials are investigating a tuberculosis outbreak at Archbishop Riordan High School in San Francisco after three active cases were reported.

The article profiles Stanislav Přibyl, newly appointed Archbishop of Prague, emphasizing his commitment to promoting understanding, peace, and hope within the church and society.