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The joint national convention of the World Apostolate of Fatima (WAF) and Youth Apostolate of Fatima (YAF) Philippines opened on May 19 in Cebu, the Philippines.

In his message for the 57th World Day of Social Communications, Pope Francis wrote that people involved in social communications should communicate honestly and sincerely.

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"We communicate not only with humans and, most importantly, with God but also with the universe, with the universe, we commemorate this communication by planting trees that will provide oxygen for us and the world," said Bishop Sipayaung.

The social service wing of the Archdiocese of Calcutta in West Bengal, in eastern India, organized life skill training for youth and adults on May 15.

Jesuits and their collaborators working to promote indigenous peoples’ rights and welfare in the Asia-Pacific region held a workshop.

"The International Caritas Association has successfully closed. I think it's time for each one to re-recognize the importance of labor based on love, which is the identity of Caritas," said Divine Word Bishop Paul Daisuke Narui of Niigata, a member of Caritas Japan.

The Archbishop Dominic Lumon of Imphal has appealed for relief for the suffering people in Manipur; the state has witnessed unprecedented violence and turmoil in recent weeks. 

Cyclone Mocha struck the coast of northwestern Rakhine State, south of the Bangladesh border, carrying winds of up to 195 kilometers (120 miles) per hour on May 14.

“My vision for Caritas is that the confederation is the service of the church and must be at the forefront of proposing alternatives, solutions, and orientations to the globalized world order as a service of the church,” said Archbishop Isao Kikuchi.

“If we are alive and safe because Mother Mary protected us from the fundamentalists and persecutors during the anti-Christian violence of 2008. Faith in Jesus through Mother Mary is more powerful than the Hindu fundamentalists' persecution and threat, " said Honorary member of Sugadabadi Zone Bijau Mallick.

"But from what I have seen and read together with the attitude of the Catholics whom I have encountered on the trip, I would say a large majority of the Catholics in China are loyal to Pope Francis," said Bishop Chow of Hong Kong

"Caritas must be on the front lines to receive, accompany, serve and defend the poor and vulnerable. This mission must be upheld and capture all the attention of the members of the Confederation and I would like to be the one to lead the entire organization to fulfill this important mission of the Church together with the Secretary General. All are invited to walk together," sadi Archbishop Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi.

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"Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19 and conflicts, we were able to navigate through them with flying colors. We worked tirelessly to ensure that the needs of our vulnerable brothers and sisters were met through innovative strategies such as virtual consultations, remote training, and online fundraising," said D’Rozario.

"The main message for Catholic youths at IYD 2023 is "Young Catholics, Arise and Witness!" Bishop said. "It encourages young people to love God and the Church increasingly and want to be involved in building the Indonesian nation by caring for and sharing with others in pluralism and diversity, " said Bishop Bunjamin.

"Inspired by the Holy Spirit that Jesus Christ is the greatest teacher to give us a witness of all ages, we teachers will shape ourselves in the light of Christian values, and the beatitude will be the best inspiration and guidance of our lives," said the Archbishop Bejoy N. D’Cruze of Dhaka

"The Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Imphal, Manipur, is pained, saddened, and most of all concerned at the situation that has unfolded. Precious lives have been lost, houses burned or destroyed, belongings vandalized and looted, and places of worship desecrated and set ablaze," according to a statement from the Archdiocese of Imphal.

Pope Francis appointed Bishop Varghese Thottamkara, CM, as the Bishop of Balasore Diocese, in the eastern Indian state of Odisha.

As junta airstrikes terrorize Myanmar, church officials have organized prayer brigades and religious gatherings to intercede for peace.