Pope Leo XIV encourages people, especially Catholics, to read the U.S. bishops’ pastoral message condemning abuses and mass deportations.
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Report: El Salvador Crackdown Leading to Abuses
Bystanders are being swept up and human rights abuses have increased in El Salvador’s campaign against gangs, report says.
Rejoice! Third Week of Advent
A member of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns reflects on the third Sunday of Advent readings and rejoices in leadership for peace.
Immaculate Conception Gives Reason to Hope, Pope Says
On the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis says this belief shows nothing is impossible, not even peace.
Saying Mass for the President
A priest serving with the Maryknoll Lay Missioners in Cambodia tells of saying a special Mass for President Biden on his visit to Asia.
Salvadoran Military Mobilized against Gangs
Salvadoran troops are sent into marginalized communities to break the stranglehold of gangs who control those areas.
Congolese Catholics Protest Violence
Congolese Church leaders and people take to the streets, even foregoing Mass, to demand an end to the violence overtaking their country.
Prepare for Peace: Second Week of Advent
Prepare your heart for peace: a Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns staff member reflects on Mass readings for the second Sunday of Advent.
Synod Process Continues in Continental Stage
The Synod 2021-2024 has entered the continental stage, with regional representatives gathering in Rome to move the consultation forward.
‘Dream Big’ for Peace, Pope Tells Students
Pope Francis encourages 6,000 students and teachers to emulate Saint John XXIII and the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. by seeking peace.
Pope Writes Letter to the Ukrainian People
Nine months after the Russian invasion began, Pope Francis tells the Ukrainian people, “I carry you in my heart and in my prayers.”
Waiting in Hope: First Sunday of Advent
Advent reflections offered by the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns center on nonviolence and the hope it brings to our troubled world.
U.S. Bishops Welcome New Migration Committee Chair
Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso, Texas, says he will use what he has learned during his border ministry in his new role.
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