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About The
Apostolic Vicariate of Northen Arabia
The Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia was established in 2011, encompassing parts of Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. It was created to better serve the growing Catholic population in the region.
The Order of Friars Minor Capuchin is primarily responsible for pastoral care, with assistance from other religious orders and diocesan priests.
The reorganization of the two Vicariates aimed to distribute pastoral care more evenly and efficiently. The Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia, which includes the UAE, Oman, and Yemen, remains centered in Abu Dhabi.
AVONA
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
ASIA/BAHRAIN – Talking about Jesus and spreading His gospel: the first digital magazine in the Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia released
ASIA/BAHRAIN – Metropolitan Antonij Sevryuk visits the Cathedral of Our Lady of Arabia: “Symbol of hospitality and love”
SILENT NIGHT, HOLY NIGHT (Mission of Hope, Light of Faith) “DIGITAL MAGAZINE”
UPCOMING / ONGOING EVENTS
Jubilee 2025: The Holy Father will open the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on December 24 at 7pm
Jubilee 2025: The Holy Father will open the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on December 24 at 7pm
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The Qatar Catholic Church
The Catholic Church In Qatar Is Part Of The Universal Church, Whose Spiritual Head Is The Pope . On May 31, 2011, According To A decree Of The Holy See, Qatar Was Detached From the Apostolic Vicariate of Arabia And Included In The Newly-Formed Ecclesiastical Territory Of The Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia. The Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia Is Under The Spiritual Care And Guidance Of His Lordship H E Bishop Aldo Berardi, O.SS.T. Apostolic Vicar Of Northern Arabia.
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DAILY UPDATES FROM THE HOLY SEE / POPE FRANCIS
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