As peace talks between Israel and Hamas begin, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa warns that the path will be long and full of challenges.
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Catholic Groups Help Thousands of Migrants Returning Home
Catholic groups offer relief to migrants undertaking a “reverse migration” through Central America to return home.
Mexican Bishops Decry Violence as Cartel Extermination Camp Discovered
Bishops decry ‘cruelest’ violence as volunteers discover an extermination and recruitment camp run by a drug cartel in Mexico
Transfiguration in Myanmar: A Maryknoll Lenten Reflection
A reflection by the late Maryknoll Sister Mary Grenough describes HIV and AIDS ministry in Myanmar in light of the Sunday Mass readings.
Papal Anniversary: 12 Years of Saying ‘Pray for Me’
As Pope Francis spends his anniversary in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, he asks people to pray for him, as he has done throughout his papacy.
Ex-Philippine President Arrested for Alleged Crimes against Humanity
Former President Rodrigo Duterte is accused of ordering extrajudicial killings of as many as 30,000 people during his war on drug trade.
Pope Francis Out of Danger but Remains in Hospital
Pope Francis’ condition has stabilized after rest and therapy treatments, which he will continue at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.
Church Leaders Condemn Killings, Urge Prayers amid Horrific Violence in Syria
Syria’s Christian leaders condemn killing of hundreds of Alawites by forces linked to the country’s new Islamist rulers.
Forgive Our Debts: A Maryknoll Lenten Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Kathleen Reiley, who serves in Japan, laments the debt burden carried by poor countries as she reflects on the Mass readings.
Lenten Campaign for Persecuted Christians Points to Murder of Priest
The urgency of an Aid to the Church in Need campaign to support persecuted Christians is heightened by the murder of a priest in Nigeria.
Ash Wednesday Actions: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Frank Breen, who served in Kenya, reflects on Ash Wednesday and actions that build the Reign of God by restoring creation.
European Union Bishops Call for Support of Ukraine
After President Trump pauses aid, the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union issues a statement of support for Ukraine.
Pope Francis: Migrants and Refugees Are ‘Missionaries of Hope’
Pope Francis’ message for the 2025 World Day of Migrants and Refugees says newcomers “daily bear witness to their hope for the future.”
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