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SPOTLIGHT: RICE | The Soul of Life and Community

Nattha Nuchsuwan -
Through Indigenous wisdom, rice transcends its role as food, representing spirituality, tradition, and a unifying force for the community

SPOTLIGHT: Building a Better Indigenous Future

Mark Saludes, Philippines -
Through community organizing, a faith-based organization helps Indigenous leaders in Sabah tackle challenges and preserve their way of life

SPOTLIGHT: “They burned our home and killed our brothers”

Stephan Uttom Rozario -
Shifting donor priorities leave Catholic Church struggling to support Indigenous people's desperate defense of their ancestral land in Bangladesh

SPOTLIGHT: A Matter of Consent | Greenwashed promises and irregularities in Philippines’ hydropower projects

Equality & Justice Chantal Eco -
With renewable energy goals driving government policies, will these projects truly serve the people whose lands are at stake?

SPOTLIGHT: Dammed if they do

Equality & Justice Chantal Eco -
In their country's pursuit of renewable energy, Indigenous Peoples of the Philippines are placed at risk of losing their ancestral lands

SPOTLIGHT: Water over Troubled Forests

Church in Action Mark Saludes, Philippines -
With climate change threatening their lands, the Indigenous Pulangiyen people are rebuilding Bendum's forests and restoring life-giving water to their ancestral home.
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Philippines’ zero-waste bid relies on informal workers

Communities rely on informal labour for clean streets, but a lack of basic protections puts workers at risk

SPOTLIGHT: Back to the Future | ‘Nine Grains of Rice’

The humble rice grain can inspire future generations to cultivate hope, develop a balanced way of life and ensure cultural and environmental sustainability

PHOTOS: Millions brave crowds for annual Jesus Nazarene ‘traslacion’ in Manila

Catholic Church & Asia Jire Carreon, Philippines -
The annual traslacion attracts Filipinos particularly those from the working class, peasant communities, and marginalized sectors of society

PHOTOS: Faithful begin annual pilgrimage to venerate iconic Jesus Nazarene in Manila

Catholic Church & Asia Jire Carreon, Philippines -
The Jesus Nazarene in Manila is a life-sized image of a dark-skinned, kneeling Jesus Christ carrying a cross

SPOTLIGHT: RICE | The Soul of Life and Community

Church in Action Nattha Nuchsuwan -
Through Indigenous wisdom, rice transcends its role as food, representing spirituality, tradition, and a unifying force for the community

PHOTOS | ‘Hope Is Not Dead’: Cardinal Advincula opens Jubilee Year with call for renewed trust in Christ

Catholic Church & Asia Angie de Silva -
The Jubilee Year, themed “Pilgrims of Hope,” was officially launched globally by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve

COMMENTARY >>

Faith, Justice, and Social Transformation

Rev. Irma M. Balaba -
The devotion to Jesus Nazarene symbolizes the resilience of Filipinos amidst widespread poverty and inequality. 

2025: Landmark year for Catholic-led climate action

John Leo Algo -
This year marks the 10th year of Laudato Si’, Pope Francis’s letter that called on all people to take urgent action against the climate crisis

Meeting God

Fr. John Murray -
He has not become a victim of his plight. Rather, he has risen above it. He is a sign of hope in our world—hope unfailing.

New Year’s gift of faith: ‘Moving the Mountain’ inspires visually impaired

Chainarong Monthienvichienchai -
The upcoming audiobook project promises to be a New Year’s gift for the blind, offering them the chance to experience the powerful story

Giving God’s love: the week I built homes with former President Jimmy Carter

Chainarong Monthienvichienchai, Thailand -
President Carter, Rosalynn, and their family joined us in building 82 homes for the underprivileged, commemorating the 82nd birthday anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand

FULL TEXT: SOLEMNITY OF THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD | HOMILY OF POPE FRANCIS

Pope Francis -
The Jubilee has now opened so that all people may receive hope, the hope of the Gospel, the hope of love, and hope of forgiveness

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Thailand’s Churches renew commitment to unity during week of prayer

Chainarong Monthienvichienchai, Thailand -
The 2025 celebration coincides with the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council held in Nicaea in 325 AD

Filipino prelate urges safeguarding human intelligence amid AI advancements

Mark Saludes, Philippines -
Cardinal David highlighted the need to safeguard the distinct qualities of human creativity, moral discernment, and spirituality

Fr. François Ponchaud, chronicler of Khmer Rouge atrocities, dies at 85

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Fr. Ponchaud retired to a rural parish in Cambodia from 2016 to 2021 before returning to France due to age and health issues

Hong Kong diocese unveils plans for HK$500 million Tung Chung Church

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Parishioners raised concerns about pedestrian safety, parking capacity, and the site’s potential as a pilgrimage destination

Indonesian Archbishop denounces geothermal projects over environmental concerns

Mathias Hariyadi -
The archbishop voiced his concerns over the planned developments in Mataloko and other areas within his pastoral jurisdiction

Pope Francis thanks mediators for brokering latest ceasefire deal in Gaza

Kristina Millare, Catholic News Agency -
He said the ceasefire is an “important result” for the city, which has endured more than one year of fighting since Israel declared war

HRW: Myanmar’s military tactics leave millions displaced, rights abused

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The report highlighted the junta’s use of “scorched earth” tactics in response to growing resistance and territorial losses

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Vatican: Pope Francis suffers bruised arm from fall

While the arm was not fractured in the accident, it was braced “as a precautionary measure,” the brief communication said

Pope Francis calls for global commitment to eradicate child labor and exploitation

“Child abuse, of whatever nature, is a despicable and heinous act,” he continued. “It is not simply a blight on society. No, it is a crime!”

Pope Francis honored with nation’s highest civilian award by US President Biden

In a statement, the White House praised Pope Francis as “the People’s Pope” and a beacon of hope and compassion

Analysis: Pope’s peace diplomacy in era of multiple wars

“One of the biggest diplomatic challenges that Pope Francis has faced has been the Vatican’s dialogue with China"

CHURCH IN ACTION >>

Indonesian Archbishop denounces geothermal projects over environmental concerns

The archbishop voiced his concerns over the planned developments in Mataloko and other areas within his pastoral jurisdiction
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Salesian Mission brings hope to Cambodia’s Indigenous youth

The mission supports 270 Indigenous and rural children through the Don Bosco Brother Sun Scholarship Program
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Jakarta Archdiocese hosts first ‘Sociopreneur Festival’ to inspire parish initiatives

It featured initiatives, presenting their work to a panel of juries that included business leaders, sociopreneurs, priests, and professionals
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Church and local government in Seoul strengthen partnership for public safety and heritage

The dialogue took place on Jan. 14 at the Archdiocesan headquarters, according to the Public Relations Committee of the Archdiocese of Seoul
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