Bishop Richard Williamson R.I.P.

The sad news that was expected, arrived. As we had informed the readers of this Blog, on 25 January 2025, it was reported that Bishop Williamson was in hospital and in a serious condition. The bishop had suffered a brain haemorrhage and had received last rites at hospital. He died yesterday evening (29 January), at the age of 84.

Réquiem æternam dona ei, Dómine.
Et lux perpétua lúceat ei.
Requiéscat in pace.
Amen.
Anima ejus, et ánimæ ómnium fidélium defunctórum, per misericórdiam Dei requiéscant in pace.
Amen.

BREAKING NEWS: Bishop Richard Williamson dying

Dear members and friends of Pro Tridentina (Malta),

We kindly ask you to pray for Bishop Richard Williamson, formerly of SSPX.

Although His Excellency Bishop Williamson reportedly passed away yesterday, after suffering a brain haemorrhage, we have yet to confirm this report. A former official of the organisation is currently in touch with the Bishop's entourage. This person knew the Bishop and was involved in the organisation of the Bishop's visit to Malta in 2013.

Disagreements notwithstanding, he is a man of great faith and intellect and was always more than charitable in his approach, even to those with whom he disagreed. He has devoted his life to the service of Christ's Church, was ordained by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre, and has fought tirelessly for the restoration of Christ's Church and the proclamation of the social Kingship of Jesus Christ. He is a loyal son of the Church.

In your charity, please pray for His Excellency, and if it is true that he has passed away, let us pray for the repose of his soul.

Damian Vella

President, Pro Tridentina (Malta)

Important anniversary - 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicea

The year 2025 marks the 1700th anniversary of the world’s first Ecumenical Council, the Council of Nicea of 325, a key moment in the history of Christianity. To mark the anniversary, Pro Tridentina (Malta) is planning a year of activities that will include seminars, lectures and other activities. 

The first Ecumenical Council in 325 was a gathering of Christian bishops in Nicea (present-day Türkiye), as the first attempt to reach consensus in the church through an assembly representing all of Christendom, and to affirm the Christian faith in the triune God. It was held under the patronage of the Emperor Constantine the Great, to affirm the faith and witness to the society around the Empire. 

This anniversary offers an opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the affirmation of faith in the Nicene Creed, as well as ponder the current situation where traditional Catholics are de facto being thrown out of the Church's structures. Further information will be posted in due course on this website. You can also contact us at:

• pro.tridentina.malta@gmail.com
• Facebook Group Pro Tridentina (Malta)