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PHOTOS: Frontier Nuns

Andreas Wahyu -
In the midst of uncertainty and danger, love and service to others remain central to mission in Papua, Indonesia.

SPOTLIGHT: MISSION POSSIBLE | Youth Social Hackathon

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When synodality met the next generation - empowerment to tackle global challenges

SPOTLIGHT: Future’s So Bright for a Sawbuck

Stephan Uttom Rozario -
Empowering Bangladesh's Indigenous and underprivileged youth with essential skills for less than US$10 per month

SPOTLIGHT: Sweet Dreams (Are Made On Two Wheels)

Equality & Justice Bernice Beltran, Philippines -
Daring to dream of bicycle heaven in car-centric Philippines, advocates aim for a paradigm shift toward inclusivity and adoption of a sustainable lifestyle

SPOTLIGHT: Cry Me a River

Equality & Justice Nhan Tran, Vietnam -
Indigenous livelihoods swim against flow of hydropower interests in Hà Giang, Vietnam

SPOTLIGHT: Raising a glass to tradition

Features Lorena Binisol -
Connecting today's youth to Indigenous wisdoms through the art of rice winemaking
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FEATURES >>

Pope Francis expected to add personal belonging to the ‘Heart of Indonesia’

The polyhedron project is made by more than 1,500 people and consists of 187 pieces of unique artwork.

Toxic, deadly, cheap: Life for women gold miners in the Philippines

One in three of the illegal mining workforce is female - and women are 90 times more at risk of dying on the job than men

Filipino lay Carmelite stars in film with no ending

Equality & Justice Mark Saludes, Philippines -
“My life as a Carmelite is defined by my search for Jonas, and this story will not end until I find my son, in this life or the next"

SPOTLIGHT: MISSION POSSIBLE | Youth Social Hackathon

Church in Action LiCAS.news -
When synodality met the next generation - empowerment to tackle global challenges

Bangladesh unrest brings uncertainty to climate agenda

Features Md. Tahmid Zami, Thomson Reuters Foundation -
It remains unclear how long the technocratic government will serve, and legal experts have said it could be a year or more

The impact of climate change on the Tibetan plateau

Features Radio Free Asia -
Experts warn that expanding lakes on the plateau could worsen global warming and affect the water supplies for millions of people downstream

COMMENTARY >>

Pope Francis, free speech, and social media

Father Shay Cullen -
The fundamental right to the liberty of expression comes with the obligation and duty to always speak for the “Common Good”

On board with Pope Francis

Linda Bordoni, Vatican News -
Pope Francis greets the journalists on board the flight taking him to Indonesia as he embarks on an apostolic visit that also sees him visit Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Singapore.

Bishop and senator protected child witnesses

Father Shay Cullen -
We need more to be true Christians and be ready to give ourselves in defending the rights of all victims and oppressed people

Organic food exports is the future

Father Shay Cullen -
Let’s do all we can to help the Filipino coconut and banana organic farmers and help lift up the poor to a healthier more prosperous life

Martyrs at the margins: Rethinking martyrdom

Father Daniel Franklin E. Pilario, C.M. -
Their lives could not even be considered as full dedication and lifelong witness to the mission of Jesus culminating with their deaths

In a blow to democracy, Thai court dissolves main opposition party

Mong Palatino -
Around 88 student groups from 19 universities across Thailand released a joint statement condemning the dissolution of MFP

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Church volunteers race to clear mud in wake of northern Thailand’s historic floods

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Pope Francis urges release of Hamas hostages, end of conflict in Israel and Palestine

Hannah Brockhaus, Catholic News Agency -
“Unfortunately, many people no longer pose themselves this question and remain ‘unbothered,’ slumbering, even far from God"

Translators’ workshop held to expand access to church literature in Nepal

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The goal of the workshop is to ensure that crucial Church documents reach the faithful across linguistic divides

Tokyo prelate warns against marginalizing elderly as birthrate declines

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He stressed the need to counter the erroneous belief that older generations “rob young people of their future.”

Church-led initiatives boost aid for refugees and asylum seekers in Hong Kong 

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The group’s mission is to provide practical support while advocating for the societal inclusion of asylum seekers and refugees

Singapore’s church and civil leaders vow to bolster faith dialogue during papal meeting

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Both Cardinal Goh and Minister Tong stressed the importance of continued collaboration and trust to face the challenges of a polarized world

Catholic Church hosts first joint memorial Mass with North Korean defectors across three dioceses

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There are around 34,000 North Korean defectors in South Korea, with more than 90% of them have settled in South Korean

CATHOLIC CHURCH & ASIA >>

Pope Francis calls for love and unity in final homily of 45th Apostolic Journey

“If there is anything good that exists and endures in this world, it is only because, in innumerable situations, love has prevailed over hate”

Pope Francis’ homily during Holy Mass in Singapore

Dear brothers and sisters, if there is anything good that exists and endures in this world, it is only because, in innumerable situations, love has prevailed over hate, solidarity over indifference, generosity over selfishness.
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POPE FRANCIS & THE CHURCH >>

Pope Francis challenges young people to be courageous in dialogue and criticism 

Pope Francis stressed that it is important for young people to have the “courage to move forward” and “make your own path.”

Cardinal Goh: Papal visit ignites faith, unity, and hope in Singapore

The prelate said the visit has, “without doubt, fanned the flame of our faith to shine even more brightly in us.”

Pope Francis calls for love and unity in final homily of 45th Apostolic Journey

“If there is anything good that exists and endures in this world, it is only because, in innumerable situations, love has prevailed over hate”

Pope Francis’ homily during Holy Mass in Singapore

Dear brothers and sisters, if there is anything good that exists and endures in this world, it is only because, in innumerable situations, love has prevailed over hate, solidarity over indifference, generosity over selfishness.

CHURCH IN ACTION >>

Church-led initiatives boost aid for refugees and asylum seekers in Hong Kong 

The group’s mission is to provide practical support while advocating for the societal inclusion of asylum seekers and refugees
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Catholic Church hosts first joint memorial Mass with North Korean defectors across three dioceses

There are around 34,000 North Korean defectors in South Korea, with more than 90% of them have settled in South Korean
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Catholic bishop describes ‘unprecedented’ flooding in northern Thailand’s diocese

"Many more are still waiting for our help," the priest said. "They have also posted messages showing serious flooding in their area, asking for help."
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Catholic youth pilgrimage seeks peace on Korean Peninsula

The pilgrimage, which began in 2012, is a key initiative of the Korea Reconciliation Committee to cultivate young "apostles of peace."
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