Archive for October 25, 2019
South and East Asia now the hotbed of Christian persecution, report finds
While Christians in Iraq and Syria suffer in the aftermath of Islamic State genocide, a new “hot spot” of persecution... Read more
‘A path is open for the ordination of women’ synod bishop claims
A Brazilian bishop has called for the ordination of women to the diaconate for service in the Amazon region. The... Read more
Pope Francis apologizes that Amazon synod 'Pachamama' was thrown into Tiber River
After controversial statues were thrown into Rome’s Tiber River, Pope Francis has issued an apology during Friday’s afternoon session of... Read more
Ohio teen disqualified from cross-country race over hijab
An Ohio teen is speaking out after being disqualified from an Oct. 19 cross-country meet because she was wearing a... Read more
Relics of Canadian saints stolen from Quebec City's Cathedral
The Cathedral Basilica of Notre Dame in Quebec is working to replace relics of Canadian saints that were stolen after... Read more
Priest in N Ireland urges pro-choice politicians not to receive Holy Communion
A priest in Northern Ireland has exhorted pro-choice politicians not to receive Holy Communion, and Catholic voters not to vote... Read more
As Amazon synod nears end, conversations will affect situations elsewhere
As the Amazon Synod considers the evangelization—and exploitation—of indigenous Amazonian tribes, the conversation reflects as well on what is happening... Read more
