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08/01/2018

Maciej Heydel presented his credentials as the first ambassador of the Sovereign Order of Malta to Germany

On 8th January 2018, in the official residence of the President of the German Federal Republic, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Maciej Heydel presented his credentials as the first ambassador of the of the Order of Malta in Germany. This act, following the establishment of diplomatic relations in November 2017, marks a new phase in the already excellent relations between the German Federal Republic and the Order.

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24/11/2017

Order of Malta participates worldwide in 1st ‘World Day of the Poor’

November 19, 2017 marked the first #WorldDayofthePoor, a wonderful initiative to remember to help those most vulnerable in society. For over 900 years it has been the Order of Malta’s mission to uphold human dignity and care for people in need. Take a look at some photos of the Order’s activities assisting the poor around the world.

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13/10/2017

Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto received Cardinal José Saraiva Martins

Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto, Lieutenant of the Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta received His Eminence Cardinal José Saraiva Martins, Prefect emeritus of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints.

During the cordial meeting at the Magistral Palace in Rome on October 12, there were numerous memories of the times spent at the Pontifical Urbanian University. The Cardinal was the Rector at this prestigious university, while the Lieutenant of the Grand Master held several academic roles.

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12/10/2017

Ambassador of the Order of Malta to Egypt Mario Carotenuto received in audience by His Holiness Pope Tawadros II

His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, spiritual leader of 20 million Copts, received in audience the Ambassador of the Sovereign Order of Malta to Egypt Mario Carotenuto, on the occasion of the Blessed Gerard holiday.

During the audience, the Ambassador brought greetings from the Lieutenant of the Grand Master, Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto and presented to His Holiness the humanitarian, hospitaller and social activities promoted by the Order in Egypt and around the world. Pope Tawadros expressed his feelings of vivid appreciation, encouragement and wishes.

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10/10/2017

Art exhibit celebrates relationship between Order of Malta and Russia

To celebrate 25 years of diplomatic relations between the Russian Federation and the Sovereign Order of Malta, an art exhibit titled “L’icona russa: Preghiera e Misericordia”, opened yesterday in Rome. The exhibition will be open from October 10 – December 3, 2017 at the Museo di Roma in Palazzo Braschi, showcasing two centuries of Russian religious art.

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27/07/2017

The 2017 Order of Malta International Summer Camp takes place in Austria

The 2017 Order of Malta International Summer Camp is being hosted in Salzburg, Austria. This annual Order of Malta event aims to empower young people with disabilities, forge a sense of community, promote cultural exchange and help our guests overcome personal, physical and mental barriers.

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16/06/2017

Malteser International assists regions affected by drought and famine in South Sudan

There are two camps for internally displaced people near Wau in South Sudan, a region currently affected by severe drought, bringing famine to an estimated 24 million people. This situation has been made worse by internal conflict and instability, which has forced tens of thousands of people to seek safety in camps and settlements. Malteser International carries out projects to help these communities by providing meals at schools and camps and by building pumps to supply water.

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30/05/2017

The Order of Malta in Lebanon provides medical aid to the vulnerable

This dispensary of the Order of Malta managed by the Sisters of Charity of Besançon began to operate in the middle of the Lebanese civil war. It is located in the rural region of Kefraya, and today serves patients from 40 villages and hundreds of Syrian refugees.

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11/05/2017

Message from the Lieutenant of the Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta

Dear members of the Order, it is an honour for me to address you as Lieutenant of the Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta.

I feel blessed to have been elected for one year as the sovereign head and religious superior of the Order of Malta, an institution that, – even during the most challenging times in its long history – has never failed to honour its Catholic faith and its core mission to help the sick and those in need.

My dedication to promoting the spiritual dimension of our 900-year-old Order will be relentless and profound. One of my main tasks will be to work to refine our Constitution. Consultations to address institutional issues have already started.

The Order of Malta has grown beyond all expectations in the last decades, in particular under the last two Grand Masters and we are grateful to them for this.

But this growth also comes with much greater responsibility. And therefore we need to amend some of our rules and regulations and strengthen the governance aligning them with current needs, and with the role and dimension of the Order. All these reforms will take place without any change to the charisma and ideals of the Order.

I take this opportunity to affirm, too, my strong commitment and total dedication to advancing and developing the important actions that the Order of Malta carries out – through our many associations, relief and volunteer corps and embassies – in 120 countries, some coping with the effect on local populations of violence, poverty and natural disasters.

We live in era of unrest and uncertainty. Humanitarian emergencies – causing displacement and an ever-increasing number of refugees – are tragically proliferating around us. The demands of those in dire need of food and medical assistance, and social and spiritual support, are increasing and it is our duty to help them.

With deep gratitude, I thank the Order’s members, volunteers, doctors, nurses and rescuers. All around the world, with unremitting passion and dedication, you testify to our hospitaller mission. I ask the interception of our Lady of Philermo and the help of your prayers and your commitment to sustain me during my mandate.

May the Lord watch over you and our beloved Order.

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