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Bishop Varden Calls for Authentic Christian Faith at Retreat

2/25/2026

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Bishop Varden urged faithfulness to Christ's example as a mark of Christian authenticity at the Roman Curia's Lenten retreat.
He said true peace, reflecting Jesus' presence, is crucial as the Gospel is misused in cultural conflicts.
Varden urged against manipulating Christian teachings and called for correction paired with education on genuine spiritual struggle.
The retreat runs February 22–27 and centers on the theme Illuminated by a Hidden Glory.

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Bishop Varden urged faithfulness to Christ's example as a mark of Christian authenticity at the Roman Curia's Lenten retreat.
He said true peace, reflecting Jesus' presence, is crucial as the Gospel is misused in cultural conflicts.
Varden urged against manipulating Christian teachings and called for correction paired with education on genuine spiritual struggle.
The retreat runs February 22–27 and centers on the theme Illuminated by a Hidden Glory.