Tag: Father Stan Swamy

Prophets are sworn to becoming possessed and used by God, and they shall always be God’s own

Various groups marked the day by calling for justice for Father Swamy and for the immediate release of his 15 companions

Catholic bishops in Bangladesh said Father Stan Swamy "is a martyr, and a saintly example ... died for justice and human rights"

Aid to the Church in need said what Father Swamy experienced and the "martyrdom" he endured was "unimaginable"

The women theologians said Father Swamy’s efforts to empower the marginalized communities had been a life-long commitment

The United Nations said it was deeply disturbed by the death of the 84-year-old priest who championed the rights of indigenous peoples

Cardinal Charles Maung Bo, FABC president, said Father Swamy “redefined his priesthood, extending his altar to the streets and hills"

During his lifetime, the priest championed the rights of indigenous and marginalized peoples in eastern India’s Jharkhand state

The court said Father Swamy can stay in the private hospital until July 5 after a review of his medical condition

Father Swamy reportedly had fever, severe cough, headache, and an upset stomach in the past days