Holy Trinity Church in Mylasandra, in the southern part of Bengaluru, Karnataka, was inaugurated on August 20 following extensive renovations, with the Catholic community celebrating the renewed church as a sign of faith and community solidarity.
Archbishop George Antonysamy, President of the Tamil Nadu Bishops’ Council, released the Tamil translation of the final document of the 16th General Assembly on Synodality on Sept 21, 2025, at Nazarethpet, Chennai. The occasion also marked the 20th Episcopal Anniversary of the Archbishop.
Catholic churches across the Bicol region, Philippines, have opened their doors to residents seeking shelter as Severe Tropical Storm Opong moves closer to landfall.
In collaboration with Manos Unidas, the Diocesan Social Service Society (DSSS), the social service arm of the Archdiocese of Imphal, inaugurated a 60-day carpentry training program for Catholic internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Singngat area on September 24 at St. Thomas Parish, Singngat.
The Inter-Religious Organisation of Singapore (IRO), which represents 10 faiths, has expressed “deep concern” over an incident in which a parcel containing meat, believed to be pork, was sent to a mosque in the city-state.
Bishop Mylo Hubert Vergara of Pasig, Philippines has called on Church leaders across Asia to remain faithful to the synodal journey, reminding them that synodality must not be reduced to a mere slogan or short-lived program.
The Diocese of Kottar in southern India marked the Jubilee Year of Hope 2025 with a vibrant month-long celebration in September, led by the Christian Life Commission.
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) Philippines will lead the 20th anniversary celebration of “A Million Children Praying the Rosary”, a worldwide initiative uniting children across the globe in praying the Holy Rosary for peace.
Delivering an insightful session on “Transparency and Accountability for a Synodal Church in Asia” on September 24, the second day of the ongoing FABC Bishops’ Seminar in Thailand, Fr. Clarence Devadass emphasized that transparency and accountability are vital to building a truly synodal Church.
Addressing the Asian bishops on the theme “The Conversion of Bonds for a Synodal Church in Asia: The Crucial Role of the Local Churches,” Fr. Vimal Tirimanna, CSsR, emphasized the Asian Church’s mission to live authentic synodality. He explained that the term “bonds” does not refer to rigid structures but to a dynamic network of relationships within and beyond the Church.
The Hmong Language Service of Radio Veritas Asia (RVA) celebrated its annual Audience Day with a vibrant gathering of faith, culture, and community at the Good Pastor Hmong Pastoral Center in Lomsak, Phetchabun Province, northern Thailand.
In rural Cambodia, children living with intellectual disabilities are often hidden away, unseen by their communities, excluded from education, and forgotten by a world that does not recognise their worth.
A Taiwanese Catholic artist is bringing together Eastern traditions and Christian spirituality through a vibrant art exhibition currently on display in Rome, close to the Vatican.
Divine Mercy Hospital, the largest project of the Christian Co-Operative Credit Union Ltd. (popularly known as Dhaka Credit), has launched a free shuttle bus service to make hospital access easier for patients and their families.
Preaching at Mass on September 24 during the ongoing FABC Bishops’ Seminar on Synodality in Thailand, Cardinal Stephen Chow of Hong Kong highlighted synodality as a journey that requires humility, patience, and deep trust in God.
The Archdiocese of Manila has formally launched a new ministry dedicated to serving street-dwelling persons, appointing Fr. Francisco Nicolas P. Magnaye as its first minister.
The Indian Catholic Press Association (ICPA) held its 61st Annual General Body Meeting and 30th National Convention of Christian Journalists at Inigo Sadan, Pune, in the western Indian state of Maharashtra, from 19 to 21 September 2025.
The Widya Mandira Catholic University (UNWIRA) in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT), has installed Fr. Stefanus Lio, SVD, as its new rector for the 2025–2029 term.
Christians in Assam gathered at the Sacred Heart Cathedral Parish, Dibrugarh, to mourn the passing of Zubeen Garg, the renowned singer, composer, actor, and filmmaker whose influence spanned both secular and sacred music.
