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American priest heading for beatification died amid a global pandemic

Fr. Michael McGivney, an American priest soon to be beatified, died amid a 19th-century pandemic which may have been caused by a coronavirus.

Vatican says baptisms that used a modified formula are not valid

Changing the words of the formula for baptism render the sacrament invalid, said the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.

The Philippines to celebrate 500 years of Christianity only in 2021

On 14 April 2021, the Philippines will celebrate the first baptism in the country, which is featured in the logo of 500 Year of Christianity, led by the Archdiocese of Cebu.

Cardinal Sim: Brunei Church has something to share with older Churches

According to newly-created Cardinal Cornelius Sim of Brunei, young Catholic communities, such as his, could have something to share with Churches in traditionally Christian countries about how to live the faith, without drawing attention.

Human Fraternity Day online event highlights need for solidarity

During a virtual ceremony commemorating the first-ever International Day for Human Fraternity on Thursday, Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Ahmad Al-Tayyeb, highlight the importance of fraternity and solidarity.

Pope on World Water Day: ‘Do not waste or pollute’

Marking World Water Day, Pope Francis sends a message calling for an urgent change of lifestyle so as not to waste or pollute water, and ensure that this basic human right is made accessible to all.
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