Global Church News
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Dhaka, the Good Shepherd exhibition attracts hundreds of Hindus and Muslims
Sep 19, 2017
More than 300 spectators admired the watercolors of Adward Arther, a young Baptist Christian. A Hindu visitor: "The most important element of the Christian religion is love of God and of his Son for humanity." A Muslim: "Christ who came to earth for our salvation."
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‘Open Mosque Day’ in Colombo to bridge gap between Muslims and others
Sep 19, 2017
The initiative succeeded with Christians, Buddhists and Hindus. The Centre for Islamic Studies allowed guided tours of one of the capital’s historic mosques. For Buddhist monk, the visit dispelled “certain beliefs about Islamic traditions. Today many act and think badly about Muslims."
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Archbishop Kikuchi: In tune with the Pope and Card. Filoni for mission in Japan
Sep 19, 2017
The Bishop of Niigata and President of Caritas Japan comments on yesterday’s papal message sent to the bishops of Japan. The journey stages of Card. Filoni, which will also touch Fukushima. The question of the relationship with the Neocatechumenal Way is still "unresolved".
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Indian priest says Yemeni captors did him no physical harm
Sep 19, 2017
A Catholic priest from India who was freed after being held 18 months in Yemen said Saturday that he was never physically harmed, even if his captors feigned hitting him on videos released during his captivity. Officials said they had no knowledge of a ransom having been paid.
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Kidnapped priest recounts harrowing 18-month ordeal
Sep 18, 2017
'Why they did not kill me, I don't 'Why they did not kill me, I don't know,' says Fr Tom Uzhunnalilknow,' says Fr Tom Uzhunnalil
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Abducted priest Fr Suganob rescued by Philippine troops
Sep 18, 2017
He was kidnapped four months ago by militants allied to ISIS
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Italian priest's martyrdom cause goes to Vatican
Sep 18, 2017
Thousands of Catholics packed the Cathedral of the Most Holy Rosary in the southern Philippine city of Dipolog last week as the diocese closed its probe into the life of 17th century Jesuit missionary, Father Francesco Palliola.
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Mumbai celebrates Card. Gracias, 'prophetic voice' and guide of the Indian Church
Sep 18, 2017
Celebrations for the 20th anniversary of his episcopal ordination. The cardinal is highly esteemed by religious and political leaders. The relationship of friendship with Mother Teresa and her battles for the marginalized. The Archbishop of Mumbai's commitment to the universal Church.
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Fr Tom thanks the world for their prayers
Sep 17, 2017
An Indian native, Fr. Uzhunnalil, 59, was kidnapped March 4, 2016 from a Missionaries of Charity home in Aden.
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Catholic youth have something to say – and the Church is listening
Sep 17, 2017
As preparations continue for next year's Synod of Bishops on young people, the Vatican hosted young adults and global experts for a seminar in Rome aimed at listening to the experiences of youth from around the world.
Sunday Reflection
Jesus did not turn away from His mission
Today, Palm or Passion Sunday, is the first day of Holy Week, the high point of the Church’s year, climaxing in the Easter Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday.