Thai bishop: Pope’s visit a significant moment for small Catholic community
Pope Francis’ trip to Thailand is a meaningful moment for the small Catholic community, and marks an important anniversary in the life of the Catholic Church in the southeast Asian country, the secretary general of the Thailand bishops’ conference said.
Rest in peace Fr Noel Hanrahan MHM
It is with regret that we inform you of the death at 14:20 hours on Thursday 11 July, in St James’s Hospital, Dublin, aged 90, of Father Noel Hanrahan MHM.
Real reform in the Church requires a faithful laity, priest says
For the Catholic Church to be renewed, the entire body of Christ - especially the laity - must strive to live the faith devoutly.
Chinese authorities crack down on mainland house churches with Hong Kong ties
The crackdown is seen as an attempt by Beijing to tighten control over visiting Hongkongers in response to many Christians having taken to the streets of Hong Kong in support of the protesters.
Thai nuns work round the clock to weave up robes for Pope Francis’ visit
Garment workers in a Bangkok convent are frantically trying to finish elaborate gold and red silk robes for Pope Francis and top Vatican officials to wear during their upcoming visit to Thailand this month.
Easter in Asia’s minority churches
Persecution and martyrdom are signs of today's Christians. In Holy Week, we should remember our commitment to evangelization. Even as a minority.