Global Church News

On Word Water Day UN calls for action to preserve glaciers

Mar 23, 2025

As the UN observes the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation, the organization marks World Water Day urging for climate action to protect this vital source of freshwater.
Ukraine: Pain, loss, faith, hope and resilience

Mar 23, 2025

The head of the JRS International Reconciliation Programme speaks of the ongoing sorrow, fear and grief of war-struck Ukrainians alongside the crucial humanitarian and spiritual support provided by the Church. Despite donor fatigue, the need for aid remains critical and the people look to the world for continued support.
Archbishop Gallagher: Pope still serves Church and humanity in his fragility

Mar 22, 2025

Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican Secretary for Relations with States, celebrates Mass for Ambassadors to the Holy See to pray for Pope Francis’ health.
South Korean diocese launches Lenten fundraising drive

Mar 22, 2025

This is the first time Uijeongbu Diocesan Social Welfare Association is running the drive via Catholic Hasang mobile app
Meeting reinforces interfaith tolerance and harmony

Mar 22, 2025

Bishop Socrates Mesiona, the Apostolic Vicar of Puerto Princesa recently visited Muslim leader Hadji Jamael Kasim, highlighting the growing interreligious rapport in Palawan, the country’s largest province by land area.
130 million children still out of school in 22 countries

Mar 22, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic and global climate disasters have left 130 million children out of school in 22 countries, according to Save the Children.
We are not giving up on reconciliation

Mar 22, 2025

The Archdiocese of Seoul’s National Reconciliation Committee celebrated its 30th anniversary, March 12, with a Mass of thanksgiving at Myeongdong Cathedral.
Bangkok Christian College introduces Thailand’s first AI-powered student ID

Mar 22, 2025

Bangkok Christian College (BCC) has launched Thailand’s first AIpowered student ID card, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to support students in personal development, financial literacy, and career planning.
Synodality meets Indigenous wisdom in new Asia-centred book

Mar 22, 2025

A network of faith-based organisations and Indigenous rights advocates has launched a book that explores the intersection of Synodality and Indigenous traditions in Asia.
A journey of sacrifice: The struggles of migrant workers in India

Mar 22, 2025

: Sujeet Tigga, a 27-year-old from the Sambalpur Diocese in the eastern Indian state of Odisha, once dreamed of becoming a priest.