Tag: Catholic Church
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Pope Leo XIV’s Christmas Mass Stresses Charity: Denying Help to the Poor Is Denying God
Pope Leo XIV marked the dawn of his pontificate with a Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Square that blended solemn liturgy with an unusually informal, direct appeal to thousands gathered under the Italian sky. In a service many had anticipated for its ceremonial gravity, the pope’s reflections moved quickly from ritual to a pointed…
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Christmas in Bangladesh: Church attacks cast a shadow over the festive season
Overview: A fragile festive season amid rising tensions As Christmas approaches in Bangladesh, Catholic communities face an atmosphere of heightened vigilance. Recent attempts to sabotage churches and threats directed at Catholic educational institutions have underscored the vulnerability of religious minorities in a country where Islam is the dominant faith. While many Bangladeshis celebrate the holiday…
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Bangladesh Christmas Fears: Church Attacks and Catholic Safety
Growing Unease as Christmas Approaches In a country where Muslims make up the vast majority, the Catholic community in Bangladesh is preparing for Christmas with a sense of unease. Recent reports of attempted sabotage against Catholic churches and threats targeting Catholic educational institutions have heightened fears among believers and priests alike. The impending holiday, traditionally…
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Bangladesh Church Attacks Cast Shadow on Christmas This Year
Rising Tensions Ahead of Christmas As Bangladesh approaches the Christmas season, Catholic communities are navigating a climate of fear and uncertainty. Recent attempts to sabotage church facilities, combined with threats against Catholic educational institutions, have unsettled worshippers and school staff alike. Local pastors, priests, and lay leaders say the mood is one of vigilance rather…
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New EWTN docuseries commemorates 100th anniversary of Christ the King
Overview: A Milestone Commemorated on the Feast of Christ the King On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the feast of Christ the King, EWTN has released a four-part docuseries titled “The Kingship of Christ.” The project, announced as the liturgical calendar converges on November 23, invites viewers to reflect on the foundational Catholic…
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Pope Returns Indigenous Artifacts to Canada: Vatican Restores 62 Cultural Treasures
Background: Reconciliation and Restitution In a landmark gesture, the Vatican announced the return of 62 Indigenous artifacts to Indigenous communities in Canada. The move is framed as part of the Catholic Church's broader reckoning with its historical role in suppressing Indigenous cultures across the Americas. The collection, which spans religious and cultural objects, has long…
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Ethiopia Catholic Bishops Call for Peace and Solidarity After Tragic Incidents
Solidarity in Mourning: The CBCE Responds to Tragedy The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) has publicly expressed deep sorrow and unwavering solidarity with communities affected by the recent violence near Aster, in Midegdu, West Hararge, Oromia Region. In a statement issued to faithful and national leaders, the CBCE underscored that every life loss weighs…
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Ethiopia: Catholic Bishops Express Deep Condolences and Call for Peace
Condolences and Solidarity from the CBCE The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) has issued a powerful statement of sorrow and solidarity in response to the recent deadly incidents near Aster in Midegdu, West Hararge, Oromia. The Catholic Church in Ethiopia, one of the country’s longstanding religious institutions, is calling for unity and healing as…
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Ethiopia Catholic Bishops Call for Peace After Tragedy in Midegdu
Catholic Bishops Express Condolences Amid Midegdu Tragedy The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) has issued a powerful statement of sorrow and solidarity in the wake of the devastating incidents in Midegdu in West Hararge, Oromia Region. As churches and communities confront loss, the CBCE emphasizes that grief must lead to unity and renewed commitment…
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Zimbabwean Catholic Nun Urges South Africa to Create Mental Health Spaces for Clergy
Clergy Mental Health Under the Spotlight In a timely appeal that highlights the hidden struggles of church leaders, a Zimbabwean Catholic nun is urging the South African Catholic community to create dedicated spaces for mental health support. The call comes amid growing recognition that clergy and religious men and women face unique emotional and psychological…