Global Church News

Catechesis - Service is a sign of discipleship

Jan 30, 2019

On Thursday morning, Jan 24, the Parish of Cristo Redentor opened its doors to young pilgrims from California, Austria, Zimbabwe, and the Philippines.
Be part of God’s love story

Jan 30, 2019

After listening to their experiences, Pope Francis addressed the youths, saying that their experiences reflected the risk Mary took to say “yes” to God.
WYD: Participants share their expectations

Jan 30, 2019

The theme of the 2019 World Youth Day, the first Marian one used in the event's history, encouraged that attitude: "I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word," recalling Mary's response to God.
Church in Fiji threatens to close all Catholic schools

Jan 30, 2019

The Catholic Church in Fiji is prepared to shut down all of its 44 primary and 19 secondary schools if the government continues to elect non-Catholics
Pope: Meeting on Protection of Minors to raise awareness

Jan 29, 2019

Returning from Panama, Pope Francis held his traditional in-flight press conference, addressing topics including the upcoming Meeting on the Protection of Minors, abortion, the plight of migrants, and numerous other current issues.
Filipino Bishops condemn terror attack on Cathedral

Jan 29, 2019

The president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines has issued a statement condemning the bombing of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Mt Carmel in Jolo.
Theologian says Church needs both synodality and primacy

Jan 29, 2019

With the Jan. 11 release of the official English translation of the Final Document of the Oct. 3-28 Synod of Bishops on Young People, Faith and Vocational Discernment, the topic of “synodality” is once again being discussed.
For next ‘Catholic Woodstock,’ there’s definitely something about Mary

Jan 29, 2019

At Sunday’s closing Mass for World Youth Day (WYD) in Panama, it was announced that the next edition of the international festival dubbed the “Catholic Woodstock” will take place in Lisbon, Portugal.
Pope takes on Venezuela, Holocaust remembrance and more

Jan 29, 2019

After staying away from the news cycle during his Jan. 23-27 visit to Panama, Pope Francis on Sunday addressed several news items, from International Holocaust Remembrance Day to Venezuela.
Tolerance-plus: Pope in Abu Dhabi will build on relations with Muslims

Jan 29, 2019

When Pope Francis visits Abu Dhabi Feb. 3-5, he will visit a land where interreligious tolerance is mandated by law; while Catholics in the United Arab Emirates count their blessings for that, the pope is expected to nudge for something more.