Holy See ‘deplores’ offence to Christians in Opening Ceremony

Holy See ‘deplores’ offence to Christians in Opening Ceremony

The Holy See expresses its sadness at some scenes that took place during the opening ceremony of this year’s Olympic Games, stating that “at a prestigious event where the whole world comes together to share common values, there should be no allusions that ridicule the religious convictions of many people.” VATICAN NEWS The Holy See…

The Church in Sri Lanka and the challenge of interreligious dialogue

The Church in Sri Lanka and the challenge of interreligious dialogue

Vatican news Here we are at the last episode of our visit to Sri Lanka with the MAGIS Foundation. What emerges is a vital Church, fighting for complete religious freedom and still awaiting answers about the 2019 Easter attacks, while struggling to overcome lingering clericalism within its ranks. By Antonella Palermo – Negombo (Sri Lanka)…

Haitian Justice and Peace Director: Gang violence in Haiti has gone too far

Haitian Justice and Peace Director: Gang violence in Haiti has gone too far

Vatican news In an interview with Vatican News, Joceline Colas, director of the Haitian Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace, speaks about the dramatic security situation in Haiti following last weekend's mass escape in which nearly 4,000 detainees escaped. By Jean-Benoît Harel and Lisa Zengarini Gang violence is not new in Haiti, but it is…