Pope Leo XIV encourages people, especially Catholics, to read the U.S. bishops’ pastoral message condemning abuses and mass deportations.
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Head of Caritas in Georgia: ‘We Are Being Torn Apart’
The director of Caritas Georgia sheds light on riots that have erupted after the ruling party suspended European Union membership talks.
First Sunday of Advent: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Michael Bassano reflects on the Sunday Mass readings in the context of mission in a displaced people’s camp in South Sudan.
Pope Urges Christians to Joyfully Cultivate the Fruits of the Holy Spirit
All Christians can cultivate the fruits of the Holy Spirit by becoming “charitable, patient, humble, peacemakers,” Pope Francis says.
Lebanon’s Hospitals Are on the Front Lines of War
Doctor Mikhael Gharios, a Maronite Catholic, serves patients at a hospital that he founded in Lebanon: ‘You cannot put a price on humanity.’
Between Resilience and Resignation, the Cry of the Haitian People Lingers
Maryknoll Lay Missioner Sami Scott describes ongoing violence in Haiti and calls for a moratorium on weapons sales to the embattled country.
King of the Universe: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father John Spain, who serves in El Salvador, reflects on the Solemnity of Christ the King and the legacy of Saint Óscar Romero.
Christian Persecution Increasing Dramatically, Report Says
Aid to the Church in Need reports that persecution of Christians has worsened in 60% of the 18 countries being monitored.
Pope Calls for Investigation of Possible Genocide in Gaza
Pope Francis, in a book released on Sunday, calls on the international community to discern whether Israel’s war on Gaza shows “characteristics of genocide.”
U.S. Bishops: ‘We Stand in Firm Solidarity’ with Immigrants
Representatives of the U.S. bishops’ conference state that the local church will continue its ministry of supporting migrants and immigrants.
Forging Forgiveness: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Giang Nguyen reflects on the Sunday Mass readings in light of her mission on a peace team helping people find forgiveness.
Nicaragua Bars Priests from Anointing the Dying in Hospitals
Lawyer Martha Patricia Molina reports that President Daniel Ortega’s administration systematically blocks clergy’s entry into hospitals.
Pope Francis: Devotion to Mary Leads People to Jesus
During his general audience today, Pope Francis said Christians should be like Mary, open to God so the Holy Spirit can work in the world.
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