Global Church News

Archbishop Romero’s internal organs did not decompose

Mar 31, 2017

Archbishop Romero went to celebrate a 6 p.m. Mass in San Salvador’s hospital of Divine Providence, which was staffed by nuns. The Mass, Mons. Urioste recalled, had been widely publicized throughout the diocese.
Christians selected for ‘degrading’ jobs in Pakistan

Mar 31, 2017

A government advertisement singling out Christians, Hindus and Shia Muslims in Pakistan for sweeper jobs has drawn the ire of Church and human rights activists.
Pope recognises miracle attributed to Fatima visionaries

Mar 31, 2017

Pope Francis has approved the recognition of a miracle attributed to the intercession of two of the shepherd children who saw Our Lady of Fatima in 19
Interfaith group censures Vietnam government for beating pastor

Mar 31, 2017

An interfaith group in Vietnam has condemned two separate cases of clerics allegedly being attacked or harassed by state security officers.
Philippine Bishop calls for reflection during Earth Hour

Mar 31, 2017

Event is a way to remember we are all stewards of the environment, Archbishop Antonio Ledesma says
Interfaith Passion Play has political undertones in India

Mar 31, 2017

The Passion of Christ is bringing together Hindus, Muslims and Christians in India.
Card Tong tells Carrie Lam that the Church stands for full democracy and religious freedom in Hong Kong

Mar 31, 2017

In a letter to Beijing’s candidate, the bishop of Hong Kong promises a frank and honest relationship with the new government from "a friend who will give forthright admonition" to people in power.
Jailed Christians forced to convert to Islam, a disgrace on the justice system says Pakistani Church

Mar 31, 2017

The accused are asked to change religion in exchange for their release. The latest case sparks protest among Christians. Girls are converted by force to marry Muslims whilst Christians men who marry Muslim are beaten and their homes torched. Even Asia Bibi was offered to convert to Islam.
San Francisco archdiocese to be consecrated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Mar 31, 2017

In the centennial year of the Marian apparitions at Fatima, Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco will consecrate his archdiocese to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
The memory of Fr. Noe, the last patriarch of the PIME mission in Myanmar

Mar 31, 2017

A teacher traces the life story of the priest, who died in March 2007, ten years after his death. He fulfilled his vocation "until the last day". He shared everything, the food and movements and lives of the faithful. His dedication to the people and to the emerging mission "began with these simple gestures."