Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
- The Order of Malta
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Mission
The Sovereign Order of Malta is one of the oldest institutions of Western and Christian civilisation.
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- Government
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Grand Master
Fra’ John T. Dunlap
According to the Constitution, as the religious Superior and Sovereign, he must fully dedicate himself to the development of the works of the Order and to set an example of living by Christian principles, to all the members of the Order of Malta.
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- Humanitarian and Medical Works
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Hospitaller mission
The Order of Malta is permanently present with medical, social and humanitarian projects in most countries in the world.
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- Diplomatic Activities
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Humanitarian Diplomacy
The Sovereign Order of Malta’s diplomatic relations facilitate its medical and humanitarian activities.
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- News
- Press & Publications
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Download the App
The Order of Malta's official App
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- History
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From the 11th century to the present day
The birth of the Order of St. John dates back to around the second half of the 11th century. It was under the leadership of Blessed Fra’ Gerard, founder and first Master, that the religious community became a lay religious order.
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