Global Church News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.



Sunday Reflection
An invitation to respond and embrace new life
Reflecting on our Sunday Readings with Fr Ravi Alexander, OFM Cap
