The year of Faith by Vatican Post!
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The Year of Faith declared by Pope Benedict XVI begins on 11 October 2012 and ends on 24 November 2013, the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. The Pope chose October 11th as the start date given two important anniversaries which fall on this day:
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published August 2nd, 2013
1150th Anniversary of the Evangelization of Great Moravia by Saints Cyril and Methodius by Vatican Post
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This year marks the 1150th anniversary of the evangelization of Great Moravia by Saints Cyril and Methodius. Great Moravia included a large part of Central Europe, going well beyond the borders of current States.
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The 50th Anniversary of the death of Blessed John XXIII by Vatican Post!!
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Blessed Pope John XXIII is fondly remembered as “Good Pope John”, the title which best reflects not only the physical features of his face, precious for so many faithful, but also his nature as a caring shepherd who never missed an opportunity to offer support with often just a few simple words to those most in need.
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published June 25th, 2013
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28th World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro – 2013 by Vatican Post!!
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From 23 to 28 July in Rio de Janeiro the 28th World Youth Day will
be celebrated.
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published June 13th, 2013
150th Anniversary of the Death of Giuseppe Gioachino Belli!!
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Giuseppe Gioachino Belli was born in Rome on 7 September
1791. He was a very gifted writer, even at a young age.
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Vatican City Post issues it’s Europa 2013 stamp!!
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The postal system allows a letter to travel from one part of the
globe to another, overcoming physical and geographic barriers in
days, thanks to an impressive network of transport, people and
travel routes.
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