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The theme of Red Wednesday this year is “Embracing Persecuted, Oppressed, and Needy Christians.”

Bishop Rozario also noted MAWTS's imminent transition to a "green" economy, emphasizing its pioneering role in manufacturing and supplying eco-friendly products aligned with the needs of the times.

“Despite the challenges the country and the world are experiencing, the CMMA plays the important role of shaping and influencing the mindset, perspective, and character of society through their various works,” Archbishop Advincula said.

International pro-life advocates gather in Cebu City on November 24 for the 23rd Human Life International (HLI) Congress on Faith, Life, and Family (ASPAC).

Father Parichha stated, "We have to wait and see how Pradhan can help us because most politicians' hands are tied by their respective parties.”

“As president, I intend to focus on justice and peace, because our people are facing many difficulties and challenges, and we, as a Church, should address them to make them safer,” Bishop Samson said.

“Communication is at the very heart of our faith because it is linked to the Holy Trinity.”

The bishop said this project is a great way to express gratitude and tell inspiring stories of the so-called “Next Door Saints” who left an incredible legacy to the Church.

To begin January 1, 2024, Caritas Bangladesh's board appointed the social development wing's director of programming.

“Not only does she exist to fulfill a mission; the Church is mission,” the chairman of the Bishops’ Meet organizer, FABC-OSC, said.

Young people from Asia joined the 28th Federation of Asian Bishops Conferences - Office of Social Communication (FABC-OSC) Bishops’ Meet participants via the virtual conferencing app. Photo credit: CSCT - Catholic Social Communications of Thailand

The culmination of the three-day program featured a stimulating panel discussion on various diocesan media initiatives in the Karnataka region.

“Through the Church, God shows His mercy, and people realize God's mercy and love for them… Let us know the Church. Let us love the Church. Let us serve the Church as a responsible steward with deep faith and great joy,” Bishop Emmanuel K Rozario said.

"To heal, one needs to acknowledge what one feels; one needs to not fight it but embrace it instead of running away," said Annabel Uy.

“Venerable Agnelo, took Jesus as his model and strengthened his relationship with him through prayer and served the poor and the needy, thus becoming an inspiration in our journey of faith,” said Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrão

Cebu Archbishop Jose S. Palma, Bacani’s observations merely validate the penchant of the Cebuano faithful “to celebrate their faith."

“I am feeling a level of happiness that I have never felt before,” said sister Mary Johanna.

"Today I think Coco de Takeo won. We won over what we thought was impossible, and we have reached the top 10,” Meak said.

"Peace cannot be achieved solely through official political actions; civil society, researchers, and students must be active participants as well,' said Father Walter Fernandes.

"We are creating public awareness among people regarding the one million bamboo tree planting projects,” said Fr. Beltran.