H.L. Bishop Camillo Ballin, mccj
Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia
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The Bible says that Adam and Eve had only 2 sons. Cain and Abel , ....Read More

Bishop's Pastoral Letters
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Pastoral Letter (2012-2013)

Released on: 2nd Sept 2012
Pastoral Letter: I Believe (Credo)
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EXPLORING OUR CATHOLIC FAITH
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Journal: Oasis


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Our Greetings & Prayerful Wishes for a Happy Birthday to
His Grace Archbishop Petar Rajič (12th June), and
His Lordship Bishop Camillo Ballin, mccj (24th June)


May the Lord bless our beloved Bishops abundantly! Ad Multos Annos!
--- From the Clergy, Religious & Faithful of the
Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabia



Vicariate News & Events Global Catholic News

Apostolic Nunciature, Apr 29, 2013:
New Contact Details

Please note the updated information (Location, Tel. & Fax nos) of the Apostolic Nunciature (Vatican Embassy) to Kuwait. Contact Details

Bishop's Office, Apr 4, 2013:
Kuwait: New Parish Appointment

Fr. Ivan Anthony Perera joined the Vicariate on 4th April and has been assigned to the Holy Family Parish, Kuwait City. Fr. Ivan's Biography

Bishop's Office, Apr 3, 2013:
Kuwait: New Parish Priest for St. Daniel Comboni Parish

Following the transfer of Rev. Fr. Mathai, OFM Cap., Rev. Fr. (Dr.) John Padipurackal is the new Parish Priest of the Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh Parish.
Fr. John's Biography

Site Update, Feb 13, 2013:
H.L. Bishop Camillo's Lenten Appeal - 2013

Dear Brothers and Sisters, The coming Lent is an occasion to meditate on charity and to express our solidarity with our brothers and sisters in need. Full text

Site Update, Feb 14, 2013:
Valentine's Day Special: Looking at Marriage in Lent

During Lent we can take some time to examine our marriage. Whether we’ve been married 3 years or 30, this season can help renew our marriage... Read More

Site Update, Jan 22, 2013:
Kuwait Parishes: First Holy Communion & Confirmation Schedules

The Parish Schedules for First Holy Communion and Confirmation for the year 2013 are now available here.

Vicariate News, Jan 21, 2013:
Solemnity of Our Lady of Arabia

The Solemnity of Our Lady of Arabia was celebrated on the 18th, 19th & 20th of January in all the parishes of our Vicariate. The special novena commenced nine days before. May Our Lady of Arabia bless us all!

Apostolic Nunciature, Jan 1, 2013:
His Grace Archbishop Petar Rajič's Message to the Faithful for the New Year:

"Faith Gives Meaning to Life and Leads to Lasting Peace"
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The New Year begins during the Christmas liturgical cycle ... Continue


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Sacred Heart of Jesus, we place all our trust and confidence in Thee!This month, the Church urges us to special zeal in the devotion to the Sacred Heart of our Saviour. "It is in the Heart of Christ that the human heart learns to know the true meaning of its life and destiny, and receives its capacity to love."
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Prayer for Peace

"O Most Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Arabia and our Patroness! To you we offer up our prayers for the needs of the Church here and throughout the world. Help us to remain one with your Son Jesus and united amongst ourselves, so that we may be true witnesses for Christ in our daily lives and that the Lord's blessings of peace and harmony be within our families and communities always. Trusting in your maternal intercession, we beseech you to hear our humble prayers and grant us the graces we seek... so that we may give glory to God forever. Amen. Our Lady of Arabia, pray for us!"

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