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Synod briefing–Day 17: Delegates propose amendments to final document
At the penultimate Synod press conference, panelists discuss the role and authority of bishops, the need for canon law to reflect synodality, the doctrinal authority of episcopal conferences, and the Eastern Catholic Churches.
Fr. Gustavo Gutiérrez, champion of the poor, dies aged 96
Fr Gustavo Gutiérrez, who has died aged 96, challenged the Church to reconsider its role in a world marked by social inequality and commit more fully to the defence of the weak.
Mission Sunday and digital missionaries: the day after
The period right after Mission Sunday is time to appreciate the good effort of Catholic parishes and communities in responding so positively and contributing to the universal celebration.
Pope to young people of the Synod: 'Keep moving forward'
In the final days of the Synod on Synodality, Pope Francis has sent a video message to the young adult participants, challenging them to “walk forward courageously.”
Pope mourns Cardinal Eugenio Dal Corso, a 'zealous missionary'
Pope Francis recalls the 'faithful religious' and 'zealous missionary,' the late Cardinal Eugenio Dal Corso, Bishop Emeritus of Benguela, Angola, who passed away at age 85 on Sunday.
Milan hosts a festival dedicated to rights of young people
A week-long festival kicks off in the Italian city of Milan to explore the rights of children and adolescents through a series of youth-friendly events.
Pope: 'Palestine is suffering inhumane attacks'
Pope Francis reiterates his appeal for peace in the world, saying the fatality statistics coming from Ukraine are “terrible" and that Palestine is suffering "inhumane attacks."
Typhoon-hit Philippine Catholic dioceses activate emergency response units
As Typhoon Trami sets off torrential rains in parts of the Philippines, the national Caritas outfit begins work with Catholic dioceses in affected areas to activate their emergency response and provide aid for people in need.
Pope at General Audience: Invite Holy Spirit to protect your marriage and children
During his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Francis focuses on the sacrament of marriage, saying keeping faith and the Holy Spirit at the forefront can preserve and protect the love of married couples and their children.
Bishop Syukur declines cardinalate to ‘grow in priestly life'
Pope Francis accepts the request of Bishop Paskalis Bruno Syukur of the Indonesian Diocese of Bogor, who asked not to be created a cardinal at the upcoming Consistory on December 7, 2024.
Synod briefing - Day 16: Discernment on the final document
The topics of the role of young people and women in the Church were among the major themes as synod participants discuss the Synod’s final document, which is set to be approved at the conclusion of the General Assembly on Saturday. Taking part in Tuesday’s press conference were Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu the Archbishop of Kinshasa; Archbishop Andrew Nkea Fuanya of Bemanda, Cameroon; Bishop Franz-Josef Overbeck of Essen, Germany, and Father Clarence Davedassan from Malaysia.
Cardinal Dziwisz: John Paul II was ‘a builder of peace and dialogue’
As the Church celebrates the liturgical memorial of St. John Paul II, Cardinal Stanisław Dziwisz recalls the Polish Pope’s unforgettable words that launched his pontificate: “Do not be afraid. Open wide the doors to Christ.”
Holy See calls for solidarity and climate action to support ‘developing states’
At a UN work session, the Holy See calls for new policies to support the economies of landlocked and small island developing states.
Order of Malta strengthens lifeline of support for Ukraine
The Sovereign Order of Malta is providing extensive humanitarian aid and psychological support to Ukraine, addressing both immediate needs and long-term recovery amidst the ongoing war.
Holy See and China extend Provisional Agreement on appointment of bishops
After “appropriate consultation and assessment,” the Holy See and the People’s Republic of China have agreed to extend the Provisional Agreement on the appointment of Bishops for another 4 years.
Synod prays for “warrior of peace” priest killed in Mexico
As the Synodal Assembly offers prayer for the late Fr. Marcelo Perez, an advocate for the rights of Mexico's indigenous communities, Sr. María de los Dolores Palencia Gómez says his killing must "not go unpunished.”
Holy See: Ratify treaties to protect civilians from atomic radiation
The Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the UN in New York, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, calls for ratifying pertinent treaties to protect civilian safety and health from atomic radiation exposure, and expresses alarm for the 'significant risk' of an uncontrolled release of ionizing radiation amid the ongoing conflict around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine.
India: Bearing the torch of hope for migrants in Kerala
Sister Gracy Thombrakudyil SCN has made it her mission to serve people of various religions who migrate from one state to another, assisting them along a transformative journey that leads from oppression to empowerment. Her example has inspired many other religious, lay people and non-governmental organizations to take up the cause of migrants as their own.
Synod Briefing – Day 15: Presentation of the final document
At today's synod press briefing, speakers report that the draft of the Final Document has been presented to the synod assembly.
US seeks end to Israel–Hezbollah conflict
A US special envoy is working to find a definitive resolution to the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel
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