Knights and Dames, Welcome to the Spring 2026 Spirituality newsletter. The power of the Rosary is truly needed in these turbulent times in the Holy Land. In this issue, the newsletter continues the theme of “Unpacking the prayers of the Rosary.” We continue the journey focusing on the simple, short prayer you say almost as
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Dear Knights and Dames, As you know, there is still war and unrest in the Middle East and the Holy Land. The inevitable conclusion is that the unrest will not improve and it will disrupt the beautiful celebrations and activities during the Triduum and Easter. Cardinal Pizzaballa has just called the Knights and Dames from
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As many of you have heard, access to the Holy Sites in Jerusalem has been limited this year due to the state of conflict. Please take a moment to read this heartfelt invocation from the Latin Patriarch in which he covers the alternate locations and planning. Please also note the invitation to a collective Rosary
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On October 23, 2025, as part of the pilgrimage of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem for the Jubilee Year of Hope, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV granted an audience exclusively to several thousand Order members, including several from the Western USA Lieutenancy. In his address, he recalls the historic ties of
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A Presentation by Msgr. Dennis Mikulanis and Viktor Rzeteljski on August 27, 2025 Dear Knights and Dames, It has been our pleasure to facilitate this ongoing series of formation lectures as part of our mandate mandate to strengthen our members in the practice of Christian life. Below you can find a recording of the presentation
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Please take a moment to watch this new video published by the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem. It covers the mission and goals of the LPJ along with a brief history, utilizing beautiful scenery, historical art and archival photography.
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Please take a moment to read this reflection from Sami El-Yousef, Chief Executive Officer of the LPJ. In it, he provides a deep reflection stemming from his first-hand experience in the Holy Land, along with the data from the individuals, services, donors and foundations that are coordinated through his offices. “The most troubling part is that
Reflections From The Holy Land, Is There Any Humanity Left? Read More »
Dear members, Below you will find a statement from the LPJ regarding the tragic bombing of the Compound of the Holy Family in Gaza. Please join us and the Latin Patriarchate in prayer for the victims and community suffering the results of this tragedy. This morning, at approximately 10:20 a.m., the Compound of the Holy Family in
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On June 24, 2025, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV confirmed the election as new Custos of the Holy Land and Guardian of Mount Zion. Br Francesco Ielpo is Italian, born on May 18, 1970. He took his solemn vows in 1998, and was ordained to the priesthood in 2000. From 2013 onward, he performed several
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On June 14, 2025, His Beatitude Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, celebrated a Holy Mass of Thanksgiving for the apostolate of Hogar Niño Dios. The Sisters of the Incarnate Word organized the event, and children and staff from the facility were delighted to participate. Many from families and the local community were in
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