Focus

Pilgrims marching from Poland to Scotland for climate justice

Aug 20, 2021

An ecumenical pilgrimage is underway in favour of addressing climate change and assuring solidarity to those most affected. It started on Aug 14 in Zielona Góra, Poland, and will conclude in Glasgow, Scotland, in time for the start of the annual United Nations Climate Conference.
Christian persecution set to rise in Afghanistan after Taliban take over

Aug 20, 2021

Christians are being urged to pray for people in Afghanistan as persecution is likely to rise due to the Taliban takeover.
Pope prays for peace in Afghanistan

Aug 20, 2021

Pope Francis expressed his concern over the situation in Afghanistan on Aug 15. He asked everyone to unite in praying to “the God of peace so that the clamour of weapons might cease and solutions can be found at the table of dialogue.”
Catholic charity concerned for safety of Christians in Afghanistan

Aug 20, 2021

A Catholic charitable organization working in Afghanistan said Sunday it fears for the safety of Christians in the country, and that the group may need to suspend its activities as instability increases.
The Taliban and their rise to power

Aug 20, 2021

The Taliban, which means “students” in the Pashto language, have been waging an insurgency against the Western-backed government in Kabul since they were ousted from power in 2001.
Afghan women’s rights in firing line as Taliban take over

Aug 20, 2021

Public floggings and executions, including stoning for adultery, were carried out in city squares and stadiums.
Jesuits pray for Afghanistan, stranded confreres

Aug 20, 2021

Two Jesuits stranded in strife-torn Afghanistan have sought prayers as the Taliban militants took control of the mountainous landlocked country.
Spiritual abuse more frequent than thought

Aug 13, 2021

The Vatican is investigating about a dozen founders of congregations of consecrated or religious life, and the most common allegations involve abuse of power or conscience, financial corruption or problems associated with “affectivity,” said a top official.
Catholic apologist debunks ‘Jesus Is a Myth’ argument

Aug 13, 2021

The historical evidence behind Jesus Christ’s existence is “overwhelming,” according to a senior apologist at Catholic Answers.
Why visiting Indonesia should top Pope Francis’ list

Aug 07, 2021

Pope Francis was supposed to visit Indonesia, Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea late last year, but the trip was canceled when the world succumbed to the Covid-19 pandemic.