Articles by Bohumil Petrík
Central Europe Catholics crucial for peace in Europe, U.S. ambassador says
Nov 26, 2025 / 10:15 amAt a Mass marking 25 years since the Holy See signed a foundational agreement with Slovakia, U.S. ambassador to the Holy See Brian Burch praised the “rich history” of Catholic peoples in Central Europe.
Polish, German bishops sign new declaration 60 years after historic reconciliation
Nov 20, 2025 / 09:10 amPolish and German bishops commemorated this week the 60th anniversary of the historic 1965 reconciliation letters that became a model for European peace.
Slovak bishops to ask for forgiveness on Day of Repentance
Nov 14, 2025 / 09:18 amThe Day of Repentance on Nov. 16 will acknowledge failures “in relation to God, each other, and society at large.”
Slovakia passes school reform criticized by bishops and educators amid funding concerns
Nov 6, 2025 / 11:00 amBishops and educators have raised concerns about a major education overhaul signed into law by Slovak President Peter Pellegrini.
Influential Czech cardinal who suffered for faith under communism passes away
Nov 5, 2025 / 07:00 amCardinal Dominik Duka, one of the last cardinals from former Czechoslovakia, passed away at the age of 82 on Nov. 4.
The ‘General of the Secret Church’: Remembering Vladimír Jukl a century after his birth
Oct 27, 2025 / 06:00 amA hundred years ago, Vladimír Jukl was born — a secretly ordained Catholic priest in communist Czechoslovakia who endured imprisonment and torture.
Hungarian cardinal tortured by communists remembered 50 years after his death
Oct 26, 2025 / 06:00 amVenerable Cardinal József Mindszenty died in exile 50 years ago and became an enduring symbol of resistance to totalitarian regimes.
‘Bishop in overalls’: Cardinal Ján Korec’s witness remembered 10 years after his death
Oct 24, 2025 / 10:44 amCardinal Ján Korec, who was once the youngest bishop in the world — and later the oldest — died 10 years ago and is remembered for his heroic testimony of faith.
Czech bishops welcome election results as anti-church coalition fails to enter Parliament
Oct 7, 2025 / 09:47 amCzech Catholic bishops welcomed the results of the parliamentary elections on Oct. 3–4, which saw a populist party win the most votes but fall short of a majority.
Slovak bishops welcome constitutional amendment recognizing only 2 sexes
Sep 30, 2025 / 11:30 amSlovakia’s recently-amended constitution, which aims to protect family, marriage, and parenthood, has been called an “important step” by the Conference of Bishops of Slovakia.
Pro-life Slovak politician Anna Záborská leaves cross-party legacy
Sep 27, 2025 / 06:00 amAnna Záborská, 77, built a career spanning both Slovak and European Parliaments while championing traditional family values, religious freedom, and the rights of the unborn.
From Slovakia to Rome: Godzone’s youth outreach faces mixed reactions
Sep 4, 2025 / 06:05 amThe Godzone Project, launched in Slovakia, has drawn thousands of people to worship concerts across Central Europe.