The war against Iran and the actions of regional militias have left Christians in the Holy Land facing fear, job losses, and a lack of aid in Gaza.
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Funeral Services Set for Sister Dianna Ortiz
A prayer vigil and funeral Mass will be held for human rights advocate Ursuline Sister Dianna Ortiz, who died of cancer on Feb. 19, 2021.
Religious Leaders Urge Biden to Support Global Pandemic Aid, Debt Relief
Two religious leaders urged the Biden administration to support the release of global reserve funds to help developing countries respond to the pandemic.
Nigerian Archbishop Appeals for Release of Schoolgirl Kidnapped Three Years Ago
Three years after a school girl was abducted by Islamic militants in Nigeria, the archbishop of Lagos has demanded the president secure her release.
Protests Against Military Coup Intensify in Myanmar
Catholic nuns, priests and laypeople among those taking to the streets to voice opposition to the military coup in Myanmar.
Bosnian Priest Appeals for Refugees Despairing in Winter Conditions
The head of Caritas in Bosnia-Herzegovina has urged help for refugees stranded in drastic winter conditions in the Balkan country and accused the European Union of ignoring their plight and seeking to “wash its hands like Pilate.”
Papal trip to Iraq has dual focus
In his upcoming visit to Iraq, Pope Francis will honor suffering and build bridges. By Cindy...
Pope Marks Anniversary of Christians Martyred in Libya
Marking the sixth anniversary of the beheading of 21 Christians on a beach in Libya, Pope Francis said they gave witness to Christ through their martyrdom.
Many Countries in Asia and the Pacific Slow to Offer Vaccines
Governments in Asia and Oceania were slower than their counterparts on other continents to offer COVID-19 vaccines. Larger countries, such as India and China, were offering vaccines to smaller countries, including to some countries outside Asia.
World’s Second-Largest Continent Has Few COVID-19 Vaccines
Malnutrition, drought and rumors about vaccines are just some of the problems facing Africa’s 54 countries. By Feb. 8, 48 of them had not approved a vaccine.
Latin American Church Leaders: Get Vaccines, Prioritize the Vulnerable
In Latin America many countries have had difficulties obtaining vaccines as wealthier nations have...
Campaigning Against Human Trafficking
A Maryknoll sister in Zimbabwe works to combat sex trafficking there and around the world.Bridget...
Widespread Vaccination, Supported by Pope, Faces Myriad Obstacles
The hurdles on the path toward a fair, global distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine are economic, technical, political and moral.
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