AsiaNews: The world has not seen so many refugees or internally displaced persons since the end of the Second World War, in 1945, and the numbers are expected to increase, this according to an Australian research centre. About 1 per cent … Continue reading
AsiaNews: “I’ll tell you one thing – the Pope told them – but do not boast about it: you are a valuable part of the Church in Italy. Perhaps the youngest among you don’t realize this, but you are its greatest … Continue reading
AsiaNews: Yesterday, in an overflowing basilica in Harissa, Maronite Patriarch Card Bechara al-Rahi spoke about the suffering and grievances of the entire Middle East in front of the miraculous statue of Our Lady of Fatima during a ceremony that commemorated the … Continue reading
Here’s what is known now as given by Patheos website
AsiaNews: At 4:30 am (local time), the authorities in Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore hanged Aftab Bahadur Masih, a Catholic man who was unjustly convicted in a triple murder case when he was 15. Recent pleas by the Catholic Church and … Continue reading
Apparently so, at least by some Russian leaders. However, whatever Vladimir Putin’s faults are — and the author of this article paints him as a dangerous aggressor — there is no comparison of him to the genocidal murderer Stalin. As the author notes Stalin (iron … Continue reading
UCANews: The continuous adoration of the Blessed Sacrament for five years held in the parish of Corpus Christi of Liaoning in mainland China has strengthened the faith and mission of the faithful. Liaoning is the southernmost part of Manchuria, the Chinese … Continue reading
This is a provocative article, well-written, succinct, and, in the end, surprising. Dale Ahlquist, Crisis Magazine: It is interesting now to look back at the various reactions when the pope issued his encyclical on contraception. I dug up the following, … Continue reading
Anna Lindh Foundation: Oscar-winning movie soundtrack composer Ennio Morricone will direct a work he has composed in honor of Pope Francis on Wednesday afternoon, sources said Tuesday. The composition, entitled Missa Papae Francisci (Mass for Pope Francis), premieres at 6 … Continue reading
Yes, he wants to “study” the issues and set a “commission.” For the Irish Church. Seems that he has forgotten that the Church in Ireland is Roman Catholic. Haven’t the bishops in Ireland more important things to do, like public … Continue reading
Pravmir.com: The Russian Church believes the upcoming meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Pope Francis may address the peacekeeping initiatives in the Middle East and the other regions, specifically, the issue of the protection of Christians. Full report is … Continue reading
Rorate Caeli: The Holy See today announced the appointment of Heiner Koch, 61 years old, Bishop of Dresden-Meiβen, as the new Archbishop of Berlin. His appointment comes after his election by the Berlin Cathedral Chapter, which is required under the complex … Continue reading
Cliff Clark, Leominster Sentinel and Enterprise: “From the 6-foot statute of Christ’s crucifixion carved by Charpentier that is suspended above the church’s altar, to the countless Nativity scenes he crafted from foam, “the two incidents in the life of Christ … Continue reading
SSPX News: About a week ago, a 60-year old bronze statue of Fr. Pierre-Jean De Smet blessing Native American Indians was removed from its prominent outdoor location at the University of St. Louis in St. Louis, MO. This was done … Continue reading
In the “for what it’s worth” department comes this news. While the interreligious and indifferentist aspects of this piece are evidently problematic, perhaps the Blessed Virgin — whose role in the eventual christening of Muslims we strongly believe in — will … Continue reading
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