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Pope, Indian bishops mourn crash of airliner that killed hundreds
There are “no words to describe this tragedy,” Archbishop Thomas Macwan of Gandhinagar said. Read more
Surfing priest makes second ocean rescue, saving father and son
Australian priest Father Liam Ryan, known as “the surfing priest,” has made headlines for the second time after rescuing a... Read more
Why the Philippines faces 9 vacant dioceses
Philippines may have nine vacant dioceses as bishops retire and transfer, creating urgent need for pastoral leadership in Catholic stronghold. Read more
Catholics, Buddhists gather in Cambodia for interreligious meeting focused on peace
The Vatican began its eighth Buddhist-Christian Colloquium on Tuesday in Cambodia, bringing together representatives of both religions to discuss the... Read more
In the Philippines, empty chapels spark call for Eucharistic renewal
As the National Eucharistic Revival comes to an end in the U.S. this year, many believe there is a need... Read more
Church in Korea keeps up quest for reconciliation between the peninsula’s two nations
Eight decades after the partition of the Korean peninsula, the Catholic Church in South Korea remains one of the few... Read more
Catholic school hit, 3 students killed in India-Pakistan conflict; pope hails ceasefire
Indian security forces launched aerial assaults against what they said were nine terrorist centers inside Pakistan early on May 7.... Read more
Philippines makes history as first nation to consecrate itself to divine mercy
This is the first time in history an entire nation will be consecrated to Jesus through divine mercy. Read more
New Zealand cardinal reflects on ‘beautiful’ Pope Francis funeral as cardinals prepare for conclave
Cardinal John Dew will become the third New Zealander to participate in a papal election. Read more
China largely silent on Pope Francis’ death amid global tributes
According to reports, Chinese officials are not permitted to express themselves publicly on Pope Francis’ death due the Chinese Communist... Read more
Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome
Speaking to Catholic faithful gathered inside the Manila Cathedral, Cardinal José Advíncula said Filipinos should be “filled with gratitude” for... Read more
Faith on the streets: Holy Week plays in the Philippines depict passion of Jesus Christ
Every Holy Week, streets across the Philippines transform into open-air stages for one of the country’s most unique and deeply... Read more
Catholic groups warn Australian lawmakers: No such thing as ‘harmless’ pornography
The Parliament of New South Wales in Australia recently began public hearings for its inquiry into the “impacts of harmful... Read more
Traffickers pose as Christian missionaries in Thailand to entrap victims
Here is a roundup of Catholic world news that you might have missed this week. Read more
Pontifical Mission Societies USA visits Vietnamese leper colony
At a leper colony in Vietnam, Pontifical Mission Societies USA President Monsignor Roger Landry celebrated Mass, brought Communion, and distributed... Read more
Australia election features rare contest between Catholic candidates
When Australians head to the polls on May 3, they’ll choose between two leaders who identify as Catholic, though both... Read more
Indian bishops condemn assault on Catholic pilgrims and priests at Jabalpur
Allegedly injured in the assault was the vicar general and procurator of Jabalpur, who reportedly rushed to safeguard the pilgrims... Read more
Myanmar cardinal after earthquake: People need everything, including peace
“The people need food, shelter, medicine, and all lifesaving materials,” Cardinal Charles Bo said, adding: “More than anything, our people... Read more
Australian election: Bishops say Catholics have a vital role in shaping nation’s future
Australian bishops on Sunday said the country’s Catholics have a vital role to promote the common good when they head... Read more
Catholic leaders warn of opposition to Christian burials and religious practices in India
The group sounded the alarm after making a fact-finding visit to several remote areas under the Balasore Diocese in the... Read more
