2026-06-18
As the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy has come to a close, we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who helped make this extraordinary event possible. We would like to offer special thanks to our sponsors: the Lithuanian company group Teltonika, Mrs Irena Juozapavičienė, the Knights of Columbu… Read More
2026-06-15
The Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM6) concluded in Vilnius after a week that brought together thousands of pilgrims, clergy, evangelizers, and Church leaders from more than 50 countries. The international gathering, dedicated to Divine Mercy, marked one of the largest Catholic events Read More
2026-06-11
The fifth day of the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy in Vilnius focused on a simple but demanding theme: Action. Participants were invited not only to reflect on mercy as a spiritual concept, but also to explore how it can be lived out in concrete ways: in personal life, parish communities, so… Read More
2026-06-11
During the afternoon sessions of the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, Scottish judges David and Kathrine Mackie spoke about Scotland’s prison and justice system, why so many young offenders repeatedly return to prison, and whether it is possible to break this cycle. Kathrine Mackie became a judge Read More
2026-06-11
As Sr. Cathy noted, it was fitting that the gathering began by praying for God’s mercy upon ourselves and upon the whole world. In one way or another, all of us are called to serve. Some are catechists, some assist at the Eucharist, some sing in the choir, and others serve as parents or grandparents… Read More
2026-06-11
The fifth day of the World Apostolic Mercy Congress will conclude with an evening of music and gratitude. On Thursday night, the main Congress venue on Savior’s Hill (Rasų St. 6) will host a special performance by GospelJonai, the gospel choir of St. John’s Church in Vilnius. Led by Kristina Žaldoka… Read More
2026-06-10
From stories of healing and perseverance through suffering to powerful testimonies of vocation and mission, the fourth day of the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy in Vilnius focused on the life-changing power of prayer and trust in God's mercy. The fourth day of the World Apostolic Congress on Merc… Read More
2026-06-10
This evening, Congress participants and the people of Vilnius are invited to join prayer gatherings taking place in churches throughout the city. These evenings offer a chance to pause in God's presence, worship and praise Him, listen to His Word, and pray for ourselves, our families, and the world. Read More
2026-06-09
The second day of the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM VI), dedicated to the theme “The Word,” brought together speakers from across the globe who shared powerful testimonies of faith, conversion, evangelization, and hope. Although their experiences ranged from personal stories of loss Read More
2026-06-09
Julius and Indrė, together with their two sons, Sirputis and Jonas, arrived at the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy marketplace with a special surprise: one thousand small origami hearts. Behind them lies not only months of dedicated family work, but also a profound spiritual story inspired by St. Read More
2026-06-09
Pornographic websites consistently rank among the most visited sites both worldwide and in Lithuania. Various statistics suggest that around 95% of men have viewed pornography at least once. But can we really say this is not a problem—that it is simply a matter of personal freedom and individual cho… Read More
2026-06-09
During the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy in Vilnius, a new immersive audiovisual exhibition, faces within the Face, opened at the Church Heritage Museum, inviting visitors to encounter the face of Christ in a fresh way through video art, sacred imagery, and contemporary storytelling. The exhibit… Read More
2026-06-09
We warmly invite you to attend Mass today in the churches of Vilnius Old Town. Choose the language that suits you best: Lithuanian, English, Polish, Spanish, French, or Italian. You are also welcome to attend the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite celebrated in Latin. You can find the Mass schedul… Read More
2026-06-08
Why did the message of Divine Mercy emerge from Vilnius rather than from one of Europe’s great political or religious centers? This question was at the heart of a lecture delivered by Prof. Dr. Irena Vaišvilaitė during the VI World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, held in Vilnius on June 7–12. Speaking Read More
2026-06-08
Participants and visitors of the World Apostolic Mercy Congress are warmly invited to visit the Congress Fair, where official Congress T-shirts and hoodies are available for purchase — a meaningful keepsake to remember this special event. The Fair is located on Savior’s Hill at the Church of the Asc… Read More
2026-06-08
Your Eminence, Excellencies, Reverend Sisters and Fathers, Civil and Military Authorities,… Read More
2026-06-07
The Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy officially opened in Vilnius, bringing together pilgrims, clergy, and lay faithful from across the globe. Participants traveled from countries including Poland, the United States, Argentina, Kuwait, Myanmar, Pakistan, and even the remote Pacific islands of… Read More
2026-06-07
Pope Leo XIV’s greeting to the participants of the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy … Read More
2026-06-07
This year’s celebration of Corpus Christi in Vilnius served as a special opening moment for the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy. Following Mass in Cathedral Square, thousands of worshippers took part in a Eucharistic procession through the city streets, bringing together pilgrims from Lithuani… Read More
2026-06-07
Dear participants in the Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, in the heart of Vilnius, the Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy begins. It is no coincidence that it opens on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. The Eucharist is t… Read More
2026-06-07
We invite you to follow the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy through EWTN’s coverage. Live broadcasts, interviews, daily updates, and recordings from the Congress will be available in the playlist below throughout the event. … Read More
2026-06-05
Participants of the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy will have an opportunity to watch Sacred Heart (Sacré-Cœur; English title: Sacred Heart: His Reign Has No End), a French docudrama that explores the origins and enduring significance of devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The film will be pres… Read More
2026-06-04
Confessions will be available throughout the Congress at three churches in Vilnius: the Divine Mercy Shrine, the Church of the Holy Cross, and the Vilnius Cathedral Basilica. Priests will hear confessions in a variety of languages according to the schedule below. Divine Mercy Shrine Dominikonų g. 12… Read More
2026-06-03
Crossing continents, cultures and even political regimes, for more than 35 years, the Alpha Course has reached tens of millions of people all over the world. It has changed the lives of many who encounter Jesus and come to faith. Nicky Gumbel, the developer and leader of Alpha, shares the roots of t… Read More
2026-06-01
During the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, a special fair will take place in the historic Church of the Ascension of the Lord in Vilnius (the Missionary Complex). The fair will bring together publishers, religious and pilgrimage organizations, artists, craftspeople, and artisans from Lithuania, P… Read More
2026-05-29
From June 7–12, Vilnius will welcome participants to the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy. English is the primary language of the Congress. The main morning sessions at Rasų St. 6 will be conducted in English and simultaneously interpreted into Lithuanian, Polish, and Italian. Afternoon sessions a… Read More
2026-05-18
90 lat temu w Wilnie siostra Faustyna zapisała „Koronkę do Bożego Miłosierdzia” i tu – według jej wskazówek – namalowano pierwszy obraz Jezusa Miłosiernego. Wilno pamięta i za niespełna miesiąc przypomni to całemu światu podczas 6. Światowego Apostolskiego Kongresu Miłosierdzia. Dziś odbyły się pier… Read More
2026-05-06
We invite you not just to visit Vilnius, but to truly immerse yourself in everything the city has to offer. The World Apostolic Congress on Mercy will be a unique opportunity to discover not only the message of Divine Mercy, but also the city of Vilnius itself: where the paths of Blessed Fr. Michał Read More
2026-05-06
Registration for the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy closes in less than one month. Secure your place today and choose the ticket option that suits you best: full event pass, a one-day pass, or group registration. This is a unique opportunity in Lithuania to encounter some of the most influential Read More
2026-05-05
We invite you to download the digital Participant Guide for the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, where you will find all the essential information in one place. The guide includes the congress schedule, speaker profiles, afternoon activities and evening events, prayer and liturgy texts, as well as… Read More
2026-04-22
On June 6th, the eve of the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, young people from Lithuania and all around the world are invited to gather in Vilnius for the youth festival “Dive into Divine.” This one-day event offers a space to discover, encounter and celebrate Divine Mercy. DISCOVER… Read More
2026-04-13
Dear brothers and sisters, Today we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday - a day on which the full beauty and power of the mystery of Easter is revealed. The Resurrection is not only a joyful message about life after death. It is God’s response to human sin, to our weakness, to our wounds. It is the victor… Read More
2026-03-27
Registration for the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy 2026, which will take place in Vilnius on June 7–12, has been extended until May 22, or while spots are still available. This extension provides an additional opportunity for the faithful and all interested individuals to join this exceptional i… Read More
2026-03-07
Archbishop of Vilnius Gintaras Grušas invites everyone to attend the World Apostolic Congress on Mercy, which will be held in Vilnius on June 7–12. Vilnius is the city from which, through Saint Faustina, the message of Divine Mercy was entrusted to the world. This summer, believers from various coun… Read More
2026-01-27
As Vilnius prepares to host the Sixth World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM 6) from June 7–12, Archbishop Gintaras Grušas, president of the Council of European Bishops’ Conferences, touched upon how the virtue of mercy helps societies understand justice and respond to those suffering. “A culture Read More
2026-01-16
I invite the entire Archdiocese to embark on a shared pilgrimage – to build a City of Mercy. This is not merely a beautiful metaphor or slogan. It is our calling – to witness to God’s mercy through our lives, relationships, and communities in such a way that mercy becomes the face of our city, our country, and of each one of us. Read More
2025-11-14
You might say that the gate with the image of the Mother of Mercy symbolically obliges the city to be the capital of mercy. As you walk through the gate, the Mother of Mercy welcomes you and accompanies you. She looks upon you with mercy and calls you to share that mercy with others. Read More
2025-10-14
Join us in Vilnius, the City of Mercy, from 7 to 12 June 2026! For six summer days, Vilnius will become a global centre of mercy: a place where every encounter, prayer, and action will be imbued with the spirit of mercy. Thousands of participants from around the world will gather to pray together, share testimonies of faith, praise God, and encounter His Divine Mercy. Read More
2025-10-14
St. Faustina, a simple nun with little education, had to face scepticism, doubt, even opposition. Yet through the Spirit, she became a prophet for the whole world. The gift entrusted to her—the message of Divine Mercy—was not to be hidden but proclaimed with boldness. Read More
2025-09-20
In Vilnius, on the territory of the former Antakalnis Children's Home, stands a wooden house. It attracts visitors from various countries of the world every year: Poland, JAV, France, Chile, Indonesia, New Zealand. It was here that 90 years ago something happened that unites millions of people around the world every day today – in this house, Jesus dictated the Chaplet of Mercy prayer to Sister Faustina Kowalska. Read More