HOLY LAND - Please find below a list of the most read articles and posts that appeared on the website of the Latin Patriarchate throughout the year 2020. The list covers recurring topics like COVID-19, the appointment of a new Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, the Beirut explosion, Ordinations and more.
New Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem
After four years of being Apostolic Administrator of the Latin Patriarchate, Archbishop Pierbattista Pizzaballa was appointed Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem by Pope Francis on October 24, 2020.
Archbishop Pierbattista Pizzaballa appointed Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem
Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa sends greetings to Jerusalem Diocese
Pope Francis bestows pallium on newly-appointed Latin Patriarch Pierbattista
Patriarch Pizzaballa takes possession of See of Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem
Latin Patriarchate welcomes its new Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa
Interview with Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa: Open questions and future perspectives
Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa entrusts his new mission to contemplative orders
Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa solemnly enters Holy Sepulchre
Finding solace in the Nativity and the Holy Family during COVID-19 Christmas
COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the rhythm of life of everyone around the world, including Church life.
Coronavirus: Palestinian Ministry of Health imposes quarantine measures on holy sites in Bethlehem
“O Bethlehem! You became a ghost town”
In time of Coronavirus: reflections of Sami El-Yousef, CEO of LPJ, from the Holy Land
Coronavirus: latest updates from Jerusalem
Gaza and COVID-19: How do Christians live during Holy Week?
Palm Sunday in time of Coronavirus: Latin Patriarchate adapts to health restrictions
Patriarchs and Heads of Churches urge communities to adhere to Coronvirus precautions
Coronavirus in Cyprus: Patriarchal Vicariate issues protective measures in Latin Churches
Coronavirus in Israel: Latin Patriarchate urges to limit large gatherings
Latin Patriarchate extends new Coronavirus precautions to whole territory of Palestine
Statement of Greek Orthodox, Latin and Armenian communities after closing of Holy Sepluchre
Reopening guidelines of places of worship in Jerusalem Diocese
Reopening of the Nativity Church
Taybeh Christian community come together for the benefit of elderly during lockdown
At Vicariate St. James, St. Rachel Center emerges from confinement test strengthened
Church of Holy Sepulchre reopens to faithful under safety guidelines
Covid-19: Diocese of Jerusalem launches appeal for Latin Patriarchate Schools students
Jordan: Prayers resume in churches amid precautionary measures
Pope Francis donates needed Covid-19 test kits to Gaza Strip
COVID-19: Palestinian tourism sector and economy can be salvaged only through official subsidies
Going back to school amid spike of COVID-19 cases
Social Service Department of Latin Patriarchate accompanies individuals through COVID-19 pandemic
Jordan: Our Lady of Peace Center continues to provide services despite COVID-19 implications
Holy Family Parish: solidarity in battling COVID-19 in Gaza
Christmas 2020: Statement from the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem
Ordinations, professions and jubilees
Diocese of Jerusalem celebrates 30 ordinations this year
16 Franciscan friars profess vows in Jerusalem
Two Latin Patriarchal Seminarians invested to the Soutane in Jerusalem
Deacon Wajdi Twal ordained Latin Patriarchate priest in Jordan
Poor Clares of Jerusalem celebrate Solemn Profession of Sr. Guadalupe de Dios
Rosary Sisters in Palestine and Jordan profess their vows
Two Carmelite Sisters celebrate Golden and Silver Jubilees in Haifa
Al Wahadneh: Feast of Prophet Elijah, Fr. Bader's silver jubilee celebrated
Jifna parish celebrates golden jubilee of priestly ordination of Fr. Elias Michel Odeh
Ein Arik Parish celebrates Jubilees of the Halaweh family
Beirut explosion
Holy Land Church prays for Lebanon and expresses solidarity with its citizens
Diocese of Jerusalem calls upon the faithful to pray for Lebanese people
Youth of Jesus’ Homeland launches rosary initiative for blast-stricken Lebanon
Patriarchs and Heads of Churches of Jerusalem express compassion and solidarity with Lebanese people
Apostolic Vicar of Beirut thanks Jerusalem Diocese for support of Lebanese people after Beirut blast
Politics and society
Latin Patriarchate condemns Israeli settlers’ violations of its property in Tayasir
Patriarchs and Heads of Jerusalem Churches weigh in on "Deal of Century" plan
Justice and Peace Commission: Being a Christian Palestinian in Jerusalem in 2020
Holy Land: Heads of Churches voice concern about Israel's planned annexation of West Bank land
Reconverting Hagia Sophia into a mosque: reactions from the Holy Land
Archbishop Pizzaballa: "Dialogue is not simply a word! Dialogue is something that must be practiced"
Catholic Ordinaries demand investigation into arson attack at Gethsemane church
Gethsemane in prayer: Mass in reparation of arson attack
Miscellaneous
Baptism Site: Faithful converge from East and West to meet in the river
Carmelite Mother Antoinette celebrates her 100th birthday in Nazareth
Record of Pilgrims in the Holy Land in 2019
Celebration of 160th anniversary of Beit Sahour Parish creation
Interview with Fr. Mario Cornioli, a "Fidei Donum" priest in service of the Holy Land
Basilica of Holy Sepulcher: floor mapping has started in preparation for restoration
Churches of Jerusalem unite prayers for Christian Unity week
25th Anniversary of the Catechetical Office in Jerusalem
Palestine: 95% of Latin Patriarchate schools’ students pass their Tawjihi exams
Why is the Church of Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem called a “Co”-Cathedral?
Bishop Boulos Marcuzzo: “I walk by the Spirit” in my service
The old port of Limassol hosts the “The Latins of Cyprus” exhibition
Religious Family of Incarnate Word celebrates 25th anniversary of apostolic work in Holy Land
Holy Land: Reflections of Mr. Sami El-Yousef, CEO of Latin Patriarchate
Centenary of consecration of Palestine to Virgin Mary
Christmas reflections of Mr. Sami El-Yousef from the Holy Land
