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Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia UAE · Oman · Yemen
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Today at St. Joseph's Cathedral Abu Dhabi

9:00 AMHoly Mass — EnglishCathedral
11:00 AMHoly Mass — MalayalamCathedral
5:30 PMHoly RosaryChapel
7:30 PMHoly Mass — EnglishCathedral
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Faith Formation

Catechism registration for 2026–27 now open

Parents may register children for the new catechetical year through their parish office or the online form before 15 July.

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Bishop's Office

Pastoral letter on the Year of Vocations

Bishop Paolo's pastoral letter inaugurating the diocesan Year of Vocations is now available in six languages.

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Youth

Diocesan Youth Day — volunteers needed

Young adults aged 18–35 are invited to serve at the annual Diocesan Youth Day gathering this September in Abu Dhabi.

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“Our Church in Southern Arabia is young, joyful and universal — a family of many languages gathered around one altar. I invite you to discover the life of our parishes and to walk with us in faith.”
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Bishop Paolo Martinelli, OFM Cap. Vicar Apostolic of Southern Arabia
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Vicariate · 5 Jun 2026

Over 400 young people confirmed across the Emirates this Easter season

Parishes across the UAE celebrated Confirmation in May, with liturgies in five languages.

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Oman · 28 May 2026

Ruwi parish marks 50 years of Catholic presence in Muscat

Sts. Peter & Paul opened its golden jubilee with a solemn Mass and a history exhibition.

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Caritas · 19 May 2026

Diocesan charity drive delivers aid to families in Yemen

Faithful from all thirteen parishes contributed to the annual relief collection.

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