On the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Japan (CBCJ) issued a powerful declaration reaffirming their unwavering commitment to the abolition of nuclear weapons.
“We are all created unequal. Providing and ensuring inclusive healthcare is a social responsibility, not a favour or kindness to be bestowed on anyone,” said Dr. Ravi Kannan
According to these leaders, a peaceful resolution is the only viable course of action. Using a peaceful resolution, it is possible to facilitate the achievement of justice, prosperity, and safety in West Papua and avert loss of life.
“I am referring to the growing movement of women who believe in their power to be involved and become agents of change. It had not been easy for many women to say, with confidence, “I have the power!”, said Coronel-Ferrer
“Behind the ideology, there are real issues. There are real issues about land, resources, unequal power distribution, and injustice," said Miriam Coronel-Ferrer.
Pope Francis declared the Indian sister called Mother Eliswa a venerable who was the founder of the first indigenous Third Order Discalced Carmelite Congregation (TOCD) for women in Kerala, India on November 8, 2023.
"Now we think of the Synodal Church, which the Pope wants us to think of as God's people baptized and into the great family of God," Enrique Figaredo said.
“In this issue the religious leader has a voice to say something and to add motivation to the present commitment of the world to tackle this issue,” Cardinal Pietro Parolin said.
"Let us draw inspiration from Roman culture and our faith, allowing it to empower and motivate our personal and spiritual growth,” said Cardinal Filipe Neri.
Fr. Sadaya also went through the formation itinerary of the Ratio Formationis Sacerdotalis Nationals for the Philippines, which begins at the Care of Care for the Birth, Discernment, and Fostering of Vocation all the way to the Ongoing Priestly Formation.
Father Rajat Ekka (61), the Parish Priest of Chainpur, from the diocese of Gumla, was found dead inside the well on October 27 morning in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand, India.
The Claretian missionaries held a Word Conference on the theme of “The Biblical Perspective of Synodality” on October 28 in St. Claret Seminary, Kattuwa, Sri Lanka.
On October 28, Bishop James Thoppil, who is Bishop of Kohima Diocese, released "Ntho Bible Ntsata Ethan," a Catholic translation of the New Testament into the Lotha language.
Father Thomas Mankhin said, "Today we have come here with deep faith and trust to be strong in our spiritual life. This pilgrimage festival reveals that we are all righteous in this world."
Bishop Lobo said, “The Jubilee Yātra, Pilgrimage of Hope, is not just a gathering; it is a transformative experience that aims to bring priests, religious, and lay faithful together on a shared path of reflection, renewal, and rekindling hope."