Estonian Catholics prepare for annual pilgrimage to Marian shrine of Viru-Nigula

Estonian Catholics prepare for annual pilgrimage to Marian shrine of Viru-Nigula

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Vatican news Estonian Catholics will make a pilgrimage to the country’s oldest shrine dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary on August 24, as the Apostolic Administration of Estonia prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary. By Marge-Marie Paas – Tallinn Estonian Catholics will travel to the country’s oldest shrine on Saturday, August 24, to celebrate 25…

Estonia: Catholic cententary a chance to celebrate triumph of martyrs

Estonia: Catholic cententary a chance to celebrate triumph of martyrs

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Vatican news As the Apostolic Administration of Estonia prepares to celebrate its centenary this year, Archbishop Philippe Jourdan recalls the challenges his flock endured during several decades of Soviet rule and the hopes Catholics have for the future of their Church. By Devin Watkins “A hundred years may not seem like a lot for a…