Saint James Vicariate For Hebrew Speaking Catholics in Israel
On Tuesday, May 26, the Jerusalem Cinematheque hosted a screening of the documentary “The Bitter Way”, which tells the story of children living in Israel without legal status.The audience included members of the local communities, friends, Jews and Christians, as well as young people who appear in the film.
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70th Anniversary Gala in Catholic Media
Our celebration of 70th Anniversary of St. James was noticed by some catholic media around the world. We thank all the journalists that decided to...Journey of Faith: Young Christians in the Desert
On the weekend (15–16 May 2026). The third "Journey of Faith" took place and united 19 young Christians from across Israel in a powerful experience...Jerusalem Hosts Interfaith March for Human Rights and Peace
Religious leaders, believers and civil society representatives walk together through Jerusalem to call for peace, human dignity and reconciliation amid ongoing tensions in the Holy...Retreat for Confirmands from Tel Aviv
On Saturday, May 16th, twelve candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation, accompanied by their parents, Br. Luca, and Fr. Piotr, took part in a day...Hebrew Speaking Christians Celebrate Ascension at Sunrise on the Mount of Olives
On Ascension Day, Holy Mass was celebrated at 6:00 a.m. in the Chapel of the Ascension on the Mount of Olives by Patriarchal Vicar Fr....The Documentary about the Vicariate Available Online
During the 70th Anniversary Gala a documentary about St. James Vicariate was screened for the first time. We thank Christian Media Ceter, especially Ms. Tatiana...Feast of our Lady Woman of Valor 2026
On Saturday (May, 9th) the children of St. James Vicariate took part with great joy in the Celebration of the Feast of Our Lady, Woman...Power of Pause: When Health Becomes a Luxury
When health becomes a luxury, pausing becomes essential. In April, the St. James Vicariate invited a focused meeting bringing together eight women living under constant...Lag BaOmer Feast in Jaffo
On Monday (May 4th, 2026), the community in Jaffa gathered at St. Peter’s Parish for a shared celebration highlighting faith, light, and the unique bridge...Anniversary of 70 Years of St. James Vicariate
On May 2, 2026, in Jerusalem, the St. James Vicariate for Hebrew‑Speaking Catholics marked a historic milestone: seventy years of life, mission, and witness in...Speeches at the 70 Years Gala Celebration
The celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the St. James Vicariate for Hebrew-Speaking Catholics took place on Saturday, May 2. The afternoon gala, held in...Homily of Cardinal Pizzaballa at the Solemnity of St. James
His Beatitude Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem delivered his homily during the thanksgiving Mass for the 70 years of the Vicariate of St....Independence Day Celebration
On April 21–22, the Jaffa community of the St. James Vicariate marked Independence Day with prayer, fellowship, and a shared pilgrimage despite uncertain times.Pope Leo at Prayer Vigil for Peace: Stop planning arms and death
During Pope Leo XIV's Prayer Vigil for Peace in the world, the Pope appeals to leaders of nations to stop and sit at the table...Pope at Audience: Holiness Is Not a Privilege For the Few
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Dogmatic Constitution 'Lumen gentium,' and reminds us that holiness 'is not a privilege for the few,'...Easter 2026 in St. James Vicariate
Amid the ongoing war, this year’s celebration of Easter was marked by hardship and uncertainty. Yet nothing can diminish the joy of the Resurrection. Even...Easter Greetings 2026
To all our friends around the world we wish Happy Easter from the place where Christ raised up from the death. May His resurrection be...Hosanna in the Bomb Shelter
Amid heightened security and daily restrictions, the St. James Vicariate's Catechism Team of Tel Aviv marked Palm Sunday in a deep underground bomb shelter near...Bringing Light to the Children of Tel Aviv in the Shadow of War
The annual Easter Camp for children has been cancelled due to the war. We Visited the Children in Shelters in Tel Aviv (March 26, 2026)....Cardinal Pizzaballa: Abusing God’s Name for War is the Gravest Sin
Speaking against the backdrop of continuing conflict, death, displacement, and division, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem expresses his belief that truth must continue to be...
