Global Church News
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Japanese fans' 'shocking' behavior at World Cup games
Jul 06, 2018
Fans cleaning stadiums after matches is an example of how one must be conscious of the convenience of those around.
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Pope commemorating 5th anniversary of Lampedusa visit with Mass
Jul 05, 2018
Pope Francis dedicated his first trip outside Rome to migrants and refugees by visiting them in the tiny Italian island of Lampedusa on July 8, 2013.
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Bishop Barwa: 10th anniversary of Kandhamal violence, 'an occasion for peace'
Jul 05, 2018
The Archbishop of Cuttack-Bhubaneswar invites everyone to participate in the solemn Mass on August 25th. In 2008, Hindu radicals implemented the most ferocious persecution against Christians ever recorded in India. Special ceremonies scheduled to support "reconciliation, peace and grace". The faith of Christians is strong: "We are grateful to the Lord for the number of faithful continues to grow".
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For PIME missionary, Thais are united in joy after missing boys found in cave
Jul 05, 2018
Fr Marco Ribolini’s parish is about 20 kilometres from the caves. “People showed great participation, giving rise to an important prayer movement,” he said. Urged by the country’s bishops, Catholic communities are praying for the trapped youth. Meanwhile, rescue operations continue with heavy rains forecast in the coming days.
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Religious structures next step in Iraqi building process
Jul 05, 2018
The reconstruction project, Heine-Geldem said, has also helped bring different Christian rites in Iraq together and has allowed them to interact in a way that was not typical in the past.
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Young people and Indonesian religious leaders for dialogue: the Rome Declaration is born
Jul 05, 2018
The document was born on the initiative of the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia to the Holy See. 48 young delegates, from the Indonesian communities of 23 European countries are in Rome for a conference on interreligious dialogue. They are joined by high ranking officials from Jakarta government and representatives of the six religions recognized by the Indonesian State.
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Rebuilt from the ashes: The story of an American basilica
Jul 05, 2018
An immigrant parish, burnt down, with only the crucifix remaining. A parish rebuilt, transformed and a key part in giving back to the community.
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Children lost in caves found alive: But it could take months to free them
Jul 05, 2018
The discovery at the end of a miraculous rescue operation lasting nine days. Tham Luang caves are regularly flooded during the rainy season, which lasts until September or October. Experts caution that the passage of inexperienced divers through muddy waters with zero visibility would be a very risky operation.
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Cardinal Brenes: Peace in Nicaragua will come through dialogue, early elections
Jul 04, 2018
Cardinal Leopoldo Jose Brenes Solorzano of Managua believes the two month-long open conflict in Nicaragua will come to an end through genuine dialogue and by listening to the voice of the people, many of whom are calling for early elections.
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Catholics are called to speak out against injustices, Hong Kong Bishop says
Jul 04, 2018
The Catholic Church in Hong Kong is called to speak out in case of injustices, but it does not compete with the government, the bishop of the Chinese territory told CNA on the occasion of his ad limina visit to Rome.
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.