Global Church News

Indonesians celebrate Eid al-Fitr with interfaith unity and national solidarity

Apr 02, 2025

Indonesians marked Eid al-Fitr with a renewed sense of unity and interreligious solidarity as citizens across the archipelago participated in long-standing traditions that emphasize shared identity, mutual respect, and communal celebration.
Dutch clergy justified colonial war with Indonesia, says historian

Apr 02, 2025

Koos-Jan de Jager’s new book focuses on the role of military chaplains during Indonesia's war of independence
Buddhist devotee embraces Catholicism after healing 'miracle'

Apr 02, 2025

As dawn breaks, 46-year-old R. Mudiyansalage Ramyalatha begins her day with Marian devotion by lighting an oil lamp, marking the start of her sacred ritual.
75 years of Vatican-Indonesia ties need to grow further

Apr 01, 2025

Indonesia and the Vatican marked 75 years of diplomatic relations on March 13. The ties between the two countries have deep roots, dating back to the colonial era.
Archbishop Gallagher leaves Hungary with messages of peace and faith

Apr 01, 2025

Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican's Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, visited the central European country of Hungary, where he participated in the commemoration for the 60th anniversary of the death of Archbishop Angelo Rotta, Apostolic Nuncio to Budapest from 1930 to 1945.
Catholic universities to hold Rome roundtable on vulnerability and healthcare

Apr 01, 2025

‘Vulnerability and Healthcare’ is the title of a roundtable discussion to be held in Rome on April 7, organised by the Strategic Alliance of Catholic Research Universities (SACRU).
Myanmar earthquake victims surpass 1,700 as fighting continues

Apr 01, 2025

As rescue teams struggle to cope with the tens of thousands of people left injured, homeless and buried under rubble by the March 28’s massive earthquake, the death toll has rised to over 1,700, while the military government continues bombing parts of Myanmar despite calls for a ceasefire.
Lourdes bishop to cover Rupnik's mosaics on basilica doors

Apr 01, 2025

Whether or not the rest of the mosaics on the facade of the basilica will be covered has not been announced
Laos’ new bishop to rebuild Church, strengthen faith

Apr 01, 2025

Bishop Hongsaphong succeeds 81-year-old Cardinal Mangkhanekhoun, who stepped down in December 2024
Myanmar quake death toll ‘nears 3,000’

Apr 01, 2025

More than 300 bodies recovered from 50 mosques, anger against junta mounts as hospitals, rescue teams run out of body bags.