Global Church News
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Yangon, streets blocked by demonstrators. Charges against Aung San Suu Kyi are growing
Feb 17, 2021
In several cities, apparently broken-down cars block traffic on roads and bridges. The "Lady" is also accused of having violated a law on the management of natural disasters, i.e. the anti-Covid directives. China accused of sending Chinese soldiers to fight the population. Fears of a civil war. Violence is growing.
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Vandalized statue of Sacred Heart of Jesus returns to Texas cathedral
Feb 16, 2021
A west Texas parish has restored a century-old statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus after it was vandalized and nearly destroyed last September.
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Irish Bishops urge parliament to reject Dying with Dignity bill
Feb 16, 2021
The Bishops of Ireland are calling on political leaders to reject the so-called “Dying with Dignity Bill 2020”.
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Yemen: Heavy clashes in key province leave dozens dead
Feb 16, 2021
Heavy fighting in Yemen’s oil-rich Marib province over the weekend leads to several casualties, sparking doubts over peace efforts to end the war.
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Hungary mourns Jesuit priest who taught Pope Francis
Feb 16, 2021
Hungary is mourning Jesuit Fr Ferenc Jálics, who years ago counted Pope Francis among his students. He died in Budapest on Saturday at the age of 94.
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Catholic nuns join protests against Burma’s military coup
Feb 16, 2021
Catholic nuns in Burma have joined widespread protests against the recent military coup, Asian Catholic websites have reported.
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New Bishop of Dibrugarh Diocese in India
Feb 16, 2021
Coadjutor Bishop Albert Hemrom succeeds as Bishop of Dibrugarh as Bishop Joseph Aind retires.
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Pope appoints new Auxiliary Bishop of San Antonio
Feb 16, 2021
Pope Francis appoints Msgr. Gary W. Janak as the new auxiliary Bishop of San Antonio, Texas (USA).
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Religions unite behind anti-coup protests in Myanmar
Feb 15, 2021
Thousands from all walks of life take to the streets nationwide to voice their opposition to the military's power grab.
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New Archbishop of Karachi sets out priorities
Feb 15, 2021
Bishop Trevas to focus on communion, helping youth, building a priestly fraternity and providing education for the poor
Sunday Reflection
Our lives should reflect the Spirit
Reflecting on our Sunday Readings with Fr Philip Tay, OCD