International
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Holy See firmly condemns desecration of religious symbols
By Admin Webmaster 7/14/2023 8:31:34 PMIn a statement at the 53rd Regular Session of the Human Rights Council on the recurrent desecration of the Quran in some countries, Vatican representative Monsignor David Putzer reaffirms that freedom of expression must never be used as an excuse to despise others.
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Palestinian Catholic laments damage to parish church in Jenin
By Admin Webmaster 7/7/2023 9:22:39 PMIn the wake of Israel’s military incursion in the West Bank, local residents lament fire damage inflicted on a Catholic church in Jenin and plead for protection from the international community.
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Ethiopian banks sign agreement to finance small businesses of marginalized people
By Admin Webmaster 7/7/2023 5:01:07 PMA network of religious congregations in Ethiopia supported by the Global Solidarity Fund signs an agreement with two local banks to provide microcredit to internally displaced persons, returning migrants, and refugees, to help them start their own businesses, as part of a three-year project sponsored by the Ethiopian Ministry of Labour & Skills and the MasterCard Foundation.
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Cardinal Parolin: Cardinal Zuppi's Ukraine, Russia mission was important
By Admin Webmaster 7/7/2023 4:57:35 PMVatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, speaks with RAI's Tg1 Vatican correspondent, Ignazio Ingrao, and reiterates on the news programme of Italy's national broadcaster, that we cannot resign ourselves to war. On the possible repatriation of Ukrainian children deported to Russia, he also says that "we are trying to find the various mechanisms" to hopefully implement it.
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Patriarch Pizzaballa reacts to ongoing violence in Jenin refugee camp
By Admin Webmaster 7/5/2023 7:46:55 PMReacting to the Israeli operation on Jenin refugee camp, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Pierbattista Pizzaballa, warns there will be many more victims if the issue of Palestinian self-determination with their own State is not resolved.
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Church in Pakistan seeks protection following Quran burning in Sweden
By Admin Webmaster 7/5/2023 6:28:50 AMChurch leaders in Pakistan voice concern for the safety of Christians in the country after the desecration of the Muslim holy book on 28 June during a demonstration in the Swedish capital Stockholm.
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Missionaries in Philippines experience ongoing persecution
By Admin Webmaster 7/4/2023 8:36:09 PMThe Filipino government continues to arrest missionaries as part of a counter insurgency strategy known as “red tagging,” prompting condemnation of the practice and calls for peace by local Church leaders and the World Council of Churches.
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Caritas: Food aid suspension in Ethiopia is 'inhumane'
By Admin Webmaster 7/4/2023 7:59:34 PMCaritas Internationalis joins calls of various religious leaders in Ethiopia to demand that deliveries of food aid be resumed in the country's Tigray region, where fighting has caused a humanitarian disaster.
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Pope to all nations: Work to eradicate the scourge of hunger
By Admin Webmaster 7/3/2023 7:10:27 PMPope Francis appeals for "joint, multilateral action" on the part of all nations and organizations "to eradicate the scourge of hunger" starving millions worldwide. His message is addressed to the UN's Food and Agricultural Organization's 43rd Session, taking place in Rome, 1-7 July.
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Pope Francis decries the burning of the Quran in Sweden
By Admin Webmaster 7/3/2023 7:04:47 PMIn an interview with the United Arab Emirate's daily 'Al-Ittihad,' Pope Francis laments the burning of the Quran, Islam's holiest book, in Sweden, while urging individuals take to heart the values promoted in the Document on Human Fraternity.
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Holy See: Cardinal Zuppi in Moscow to open paths of peace
By Admin Webmaster 6/30/2023 9:11:35 PMThe Holy See Press Office releases a communiqué to retrace Cardinal Matteo Zuppi's two-day mission to Russia as Pope Francis' envoy, and reports that “the results of the visit will be brought to the knowledge of the Holy Father, in view of further steps to be taken, both at the humanitarian level and in the search for paths to peace.”
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Pope's envoy in Moscow to meet Russian Patriarch
By Admin Webmaster 6/29/2023 9:30:12 PMCardinal Matteo Zuppi is on a mission to Russia as the Pope's envoy for peace. On 29 June he meets with the Russian Patriarch Kirill of Moscow. On Wednesday he held talks with Yuri Ushakov, the presidential advisor for foreign policy and met with Catholic bishops in the Nunciature.
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'Let the Oppressed Go Free' sculpture shines light on human trafficking
By Admin Webmaster 6/28/2023 7:40:22 PMCanadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz speaks about his new bronze sculpture dedicated to victims of human trafficking around the world, a reproduction of which Pope Francis blessed at the weekly General Audience.
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Holy See at UN: International solidarity required to protect dignity of migrants
By Admin Webmaster 6/28/2023 8:41:13 AMAddressing the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Monsignor John Putzer invites member states to unite in solidarity and continue to fight for the rights of migrants looking for a better life.
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Cardinal Krajewski visits Ukraine on ‘evangelical expedition’
By Admin Webmaster 6/28/2023 8:35:46 AMCardinal Konrad Krajewski, the Papal Almoner, is currently visiting the Ukrainian city of Kherson for his sixth mission to provide aid and solace to the war-torn country and its affected population.
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Cardinal Zuppi to visit Moscow as Pope Francis' peace envoy
By Admin Webmaster 6/27/2023 8:35:50 PMPope Francis is sending Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi as his envoy to Moscow to foster dialogue and seek a peaceful solution to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
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Church in India to observe a national day of prayer for peace in Manipur
By Admin Webmaster 6/27/2023 8:24:36 PMAs sectarian violence continues in Manipur, the Catholic bishops of India call for a special day of prayer for peace in the riot-hit Indian state.
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Religious freedom violations take place in 1 out of every 3 countries
By Admin Webmaster 6/23/2023 8:33:05 AMThe Aid to the Church in Need Catholic Charity releases its 16th report highlighting the fact that over 4.9 billion people live in countries where religious freedom is under attack.
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Burkina Faso and the Holy See: 50 years of diplomatic relations
By Admin Webmaster 6/22/2023 8:51:02 AMThe diplomatic mission of Burkina Faso to the Holy See recently marked the golden jubilee of relations between the two entities with a Eucharistic celebration in Rome and a similar ceremony in Ouagadougou.
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39 ongoing peace processes challenge wars across the globe
By Admin Webmaster 6/22/2023 8:45:26 AMA comprehensive report by the Autonomous University of Barcelona analyses multilateral efforts that seek to end armed conflicts through peaceful mechanisms. The Church is currently involved in eight negotiations in Africa, America and Europe.
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The new Istanbul Modern: a place of encounter and peace
By Admin Webmaster 6/20/2023 8:37:19 PM“We’ve seen civilisations merge on the streets of Istanbul, but Istanbul Modern brings another sign of unity to the ancient city where East meets West.”...
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Cardinal Parolin highlights a culture of encounter at Balkan peace forum
By Admin Webmaster 6/17/2023 8:26:22 PMCardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican Secretary of State, addresses the Forum for Dialogue and Peace in the Balkans taking place on 17 June in Capodistria, Slovenia. He underscores the importance of building bridges of dialogue and peace among the region's diverse ethnic and relgious peoples.
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Int'l Day of the African Child: 'The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow'
By Admin Webmaster 6/16/2023 8:40:04 PMThe International Day of the African Child is celebrated every year on June 16 with a theme based on the views of children collected from various consultations with children themselves. It was instituted in 1991 and aims to celebrate children of Africa and promote their rights, as well as encourage reflection and...
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Holy See: Advancing fraternal society with authentic dialogue
By Admin Webmaster 6/16/2023 3:57:34 PMThe Holy See highlights the importance of “interreligious and intercultural dialogue” as a necessity for our future during the “Forum for Building Bridges Between East and West” in New York.
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Pope underscores "dignity, solidarity, subsidiarity" at ILO summit
By Admin Webmaster 6/16/2023 6:41:20 AMAt the 2023 World of Work Summit hosted by the UN International Labour Organization, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican Secretary of State, delivers the Pope's message in which he encourages everyone to set out a new path that supports principles of human dignity, solidarity, and subsidiarity in the world of work,...
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Pope: "A famine of fraternity" exists, we must say “no” to war
By Admin Webmaster 6/15/2023 8:24:04 AMArchbishop Gallagher reads Pope Francis' address to the United Nations Security Council meeting in New York. The Pope underscores that "peace is possible if it is truly desired," and that "peace is God’s dream for humanity." He warns against "resentful and aggressive nationalisms" and encourages the application of the UN Charter with "transparency and sincerity."
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ASEAN states to intensify efforts against transboundary haze
By Admin Webmaster 6/9/2023 8:24:44 PMFive Asean member states pledged to stay vigilant and intensify their haze preventive efforts amid growing concerns for worse transboundary haze during the dry season.
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World Food Safety Day: ‘Foodborne diseases entirely preventable’
By Admin Webmaster 6/8/2023 8:35:50 AMTwo United Nations (UN) agencies urge lawmakers and various sectors to establish national food safety systems on World Food Safety Day.
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Decrying war, Pope appeals for 'One Minute for Peace'
By Admin Webmaster 6/7/2023 4:20:44 PMPope Francis appeals for the ecumenical "One Minute for Peace" initiative, urging others to join in praying for an end to the wars devastating the world, especially in Ukraine.
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Over 700 million children face ‘double risk’ of poverty & climate crisis
By Admin Webmaster 6/5/2023 8:00:42 PMA third of the world’s child population faces the double risk of poverty and climate hazards, says Save the Children on World Environment Day.