Cardinal Joseph Zen
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Pope Francis at Gregorian University warns of ‘Coca-Cola spirituality’
Speaking at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, the pope told faculty and students to avoid superficial approaches to faith... Read more
Synod, Zen, and Sinicization: Vatican’s China deal sparks tensions
Cardinal Joseph Zen and George Weigel voice sharp critiques of the Synod on Synodality. Read more
Cardinal Zen publishes new critique of Synod on Synodality
The bishop emeritus of Hong Kong warns that the synod’s vision of the Church “can change everything, the doctrine of... Read more
Hong Kong activist: Proposed law could worsen religious liberty, persecute Catholics
If enacted, Article 23 would expand the law to bolster the government’s crackdown on political dissidents, which has been ongoing... Read more
Cardinal Zen discusses his new book for Lent and concerns for the Church
In an interview with Raymond Arroyo, Cardinal Joseph Zen discussed his new book “Cardinal Zen’s Lenten Reflections” and recent matters... Read more
Cardinal Zen: Fiducia Supplicans ‘creates confusion’; suggests Fernández should resign
In a statement published Jan. 23 on his blog, Cardinal Joseph Zen Ze-kiun said the declaration contains numerous passages in... Read more
Cardinal Zen expresses concerns about Synod on Synodality in leaked letter to bishops
Just days before the Synod on Synodality kicked off its first round of meetings at the Vatican, a letter from... Read more
The 5 cardinals behind the latest dubia issued to Pope Francis
The prelates, who also issued a “Notification to Christ’s Faithful,” hail from the diverse ecclesiastical landscapes of Europe, Asia, Africa,... Read more
Archbishop Cordileone to hold Holy Hour for Cardinal Zen, Jimmy Lai, and Hong Kong
Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco will hold a eucharistic Holy Hour and rosary Monday evening for the people of... Read more
Local Chinese authorities order parents at school to sign pledge renouncing their faith
In another crackdown on religious freedom, authorities in an eastern Chinese city ordered parents to sign a pledge that affirms... Read more
Cardinal Zen and Jimmy Lai among Hong Kongers nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
A bipartisan congressional commission chaired by Rep. Chris Smith announced Thursday the nomination of six Hong Kongers for their efforts... Read more
Cardinal Zen hospitalized in Hong Kong after returning from Benedict XVI’s funeral
The 91-year-old cardinal wrote on his blog on Jan. 31 that he is receiving treatment in the hospital after experiencing... Read more
Cardinal Zen ‘very concerned’ about Synod on Synodality
In an interview with the Italian newspaper Il Giornale published on Jan. 17, Zen said that he hopes that the... Read more
Cardinal Zen meets Pope Francis, prays at Benedict XVI’s tomb
The 90-year-old cardinal was in Rome for two days after the Hong Kong authorities temporarily released his passport. Read more
Cardinal Zen attends Benedict XVI funeral after Hong Kong authorities release passport
The 90-year-old cardinal from Hong Kong arrived in St. Peter’s Square dressed in red and walking with a cane to... Read more
Cardinal Zen: Benedict XVI will be a ‘powerful intercessor in heaven’ for China
In a reflection posted on his blog on Jan. 3, Cardinal Joseph Zen remembered Benedict XVI as a “great defender... Read more
Cardinal Zen appeals conviction in Hong Kong court
Cardinal Joseph Zen has filed an appeal with Hong Kong’s High Court following his conviction last month for failing to... Read more
Vatican says China violated terms of agreement with bishop installation
The Holy See “noted with surprise and regret” that Bishop John Peng Weizhao had been installed as an “auxiliary bishop... Read more
Hong Kong court convicts Cardinal Zen and five other democracy advocates
Cardinal Joseph Zen and five others were found guilty on Friday of failing to register a fund that helped pay... Read more
Verdict in Cardinal Zen’s trial expected on Friday
One of the pro-democracy advocates on trial with Cardinal Joseph Zen was recently arrested under Hong Kong’s national security law. Read more
