September 8 was declared International Literacy Day by UNESCO on November 17, 1965. Its aim is to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies. Celebrations take place in several countries.
- This event has passed.
Ecumenical news
- Putin seeks Christmas blessing, and support of Moscow Patriarchate for his war in Ukraine, and gets it
- Orthodox Christians in Istanbul and Kyiv join in worldwide Epiphany celebrations
- US Congress now has marginally fewer Christians
- Pope Francis' New Year address highlights opposition to abortion
- Jimmy Carter, former U.S. president and Sunday School teacher, dies at 100
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