Cardinal Pietro Parolin says that religious persecution is on the rise, putting minorities at risk and driving forced displacement around the world.
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South Sudan Bishop Seeks Help as Floods Waters Rise
Most areas the South Sudan’s large Malakal Diocese are submerged under water rising to a height of one meter (39.5 inches), bishop says.
Pope pays tribute to Immaculate Conception
Continuing a papal tradition, Pope Francis visits a statue of the Immaculate Conception in Rome...
Mexican Bishops Criticize Their Government’s Agreement With US to Revive Migrant Protocols
Mexico’s bishops echo sentiments of their U.S. counterparts expressing disappointment with reinstatement of ‘Remain in Mexico” policy.
Pope on Lesbos: Attack Causes of Migration
Visiting the Greek island of Lesbos, Pope Francis speaks to the European Union and governments around the world about responding to refugees.
Latin American Church Leaders Call for Synodality
Emphasizing synodality, Latin American leaders close assembly with a call for a more inclusive church and increased participation of women.
St. Joseph Teaches Us to Accept What God Has in Mind, Pope Says
During his weekly audience, Pope Francis reflects on what St. Joseph can teach all about following God’s guidance.
Pope Prays for Migrants from Cyprus and Greece
Pope Francis called the Mediterranean Sea “a great cemetery” in a message to the people of Cyprus and Greece and called for a moment of silence for the migrants
Look to St. Joseph as an “Ally,” Pope Says
In a series on St. Joseph during the weekly papal audience, Pope Francis says to look to Church’s patron for guidance and support.
CELAM Bishops Must ‘Revive Aparecida,’ Go to Peripheries, Says its President
President of the Latin American Catholic Bishops’ Conference (CELAM) opens episcopal gathering with a call to revive Aparecida, go to the peripheries
Cardinal Warns of Rights Violations against Seafarers
Cardinal Peter Turkson warns that seafarers and workers in fishing industries are increasingly being exploited.
Pope: Fight Child Labor through Fair Wages for Adults
Pope Francis says at conference “Eradicating Child Labor, Building a Better Future,” fight child labor by eliminating poverty and paying fair wages to adults.
Religious Freedom Advocates ‘Appalled’ as State Department Removes Nigeria from Watch List
State department removes Nigeria from watch list in spite of abuses against religious freedom and persecution of Christians.
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