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Bishops of the Gambia and Sierra Leone commend consecrated persons for pastoral resilience during the pandemic
Over the weekend, Bishops of the Gambia and Sierra Leone ended a plenary meeting held in the Gambian capital of Banjul with a pledge to enhance and improve pastoral activities in respective dioceses.
Message for the feast of Vesakh 2020
Message of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue for the Feast of Vesakh/Hanamatsuri 2020, 02.04.2020
Pope: Coronavirus, prayers for families to safeguard peace during difficult moment
Pope Francis continues to dedicate the Mass he celebrates every morning at Casa Santa Marta to people affected by the coronavirus and this morning he invited prayers for families, so that at this difficult
Prayer service hails churches’ involvement in the fight against inequality
This year, the Week of Action to Fight Inequality (18-25 Jan. 2019) coincides with the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity which has as its theme for 2019, “justice and only justice you shall pursue” (Deut. 16,18-20).
Overcoming prejudice and intolerance essential for a safer world
The 6th Congress of the Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, hosted by Kazakhstani President Nursultan Nazarbayev, was held on 10 and 11 October in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Aug. 23, International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition
Aug. 23, International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition
Hmong Catholics keep faith in Vietnam despite hardship
Ethnic group passes down religious beliefs to younger generations amid restrictions and absence of priests
Pope invites prayers for Ireland visit, condoles tragedy in Italy
During his general audience of August 22, Francis urged for prayers for his upcoming visit to Ireland. He also expressed his closeness to the families of the dead...
Pope presides at ecumenical Vespers service
Pope Francis presided at Vespers for the Feast of the Conversion of St Paul at the conclusion of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
Taiwan: Vatican at the Sixth Buddhist-Christian Colloquium
The sixth Buddhist-Christian colloquium in Taiwan, held on November 13, 2017, in the Ling Jou Monastery of Taipei
South Korea all set to celebrate Buddha's birthday
To celebrate Buddhas birthday, Lotus lanterns are used to cover all temples throughout the month. On the day of Buddhas birth, many temples also provide free meals...
Reflection for the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes (Feb 11, 2017)
When we honor the Mother of God under the title “Immaculate Conception”, we recognize in her a model of purity, innocence, trust, childlike curiosity, reverence, and respect, living peacefully...
Relationship between Benedict XVI and Francis
Four Years after Ratzinger’s Renunciation of the Petrine Ministry, the Former Director of the Vatican Press Office Explains that the Relationship between Benedict XVI and Francis is an ”Example of Union in the Church”
Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral
Notre-Dame Cathedral, or Notre-Dame Basilica to be exact, is a famous age-long cathedral in Southern Vietnam. It is a magnificient building located at the paris Square in Hochiminh City downtown...
Why Engage in Interreligious Dialogue?
The most reason motivating one into intereligious dialogue is that religions are indeed different. These differences are not only perceived but are real and therefore cannot be ignored....
Taoism – a part of the Three Religions of Vietnam
Tam Giao, which includes Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism, plays the key role in Vietnamese religion. “Tao” means “path” or “way” that turns Taoists’ thoughts to health, longevity, immortality and spontaneity.
Buddhism in Vietnam (1) - Mai Tho Truyen
In what way did the Doctrine of Buddha come to Viet-Nam? How was it spread? What influence has it had on the life and thought of the people; on literature and arts? What is the Vietnamese conception of Buddhism and how is it put into practice?
Confucianism in Vietnam
The profound impact of Confucianism remains strong in Vietnam. Social order is defined by its principles, and the rituals or deference and obedience are still observed.
Korean Christians united in prayer service
A symbolic wall was torn down representing the desire of the assembled denominations to unite as God's people Korean Christians united in prayer service.
Vietnamese Catholics, Protestants reject past animosity
Vietnam (Jan. 21, 2017) An ecumenical gathering between Lutherans and Catholics in Ho Chi Minh City is part of an ongoing process of reconciliation.
Activities of Interfaith dialogue in 2016
Together with the Office for Interreligious and Ecumenical Relations, we have to review the past year with many meetings, visits, conferences… with the aim of understanding and enriching the brotherhood...
Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for The 25th World Day of The Sick 2017
The theme of this year’s celebration is “Amazement at what God has accomplished: ‘The Almighty has done great things for me….’” (Lk 1:49).
Vietnam Catholics have vehicles blessed on Lunar New Year
Catholics from a parish in northern Vietnam had their vehicles blessed during the country’s Lunar New Year festival as they seek divine protection on the road.
Béatification des 17 martyrs du Laos: 'un acte bénéfique tant pour l’Eglise que l’Etat laotien'
Dimanche 5 février 2017, Mgr Louis-Marie Ling Mangkhanekhoun célèbrera en compagnie d’une vingtaine d’évêques et du cardinal André Vingt-Trois une messe d’action de grâce pour la béatification des 17 martyrs du Laos...
In northern Vietnam, worshipping places fill with misbehaving pilgrims
The first month of the new lunar year is often a time for Vietnamese to visit places of worship in order to wish for fortune and prosperity...
Visitors from 40 countries can now apply for e-visas for Vietnam
A two-year pilot program effective from February 1 allows visitors from 40 countries to apply and receive Vietnamese visas via the Internet.
Pope's February Prayer Intention: Welcome the Needy
To Comfort for the Afflicted: That all those who are afflicted, especially the poor, refugees, and marginalized, may find welcome and comfort in our communities.
Road to unity is long for Hong Kong Christians
Ecumenical efforts are being met with indifference, despite some 'milestones' being achieved
Resources for The Week of prayer for Christian unity and throughout the year 2017 (2)
God our Father, in Jesus you gave us the one who died for all. He lived our life and died our death. You accepted his sacrifice and raised him to new life with you.
Resources for The Week of prayer for Christian unity and throughout the year 2017
The traditional period in the northern hemisphere for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is 18-25 January.