Pope’s visit to Belgium will ‘energise’ Catholic community

Pope’s visit to Belgium will ‘energise’ Catholic community

Vatican news As Pope Francis arrives in Belgium, Fr. Walter Ceyssens, a Jesuit working with youth, shares his hopes and expectations for the Pope’s visit to the country. By Joseph Tulloch – Brussels Pope Francis has landed in Belgium, beginning a brief but action-packed visit to the country. During his stay, he will meet the…

Pope Francis offers message of hope for the Chinese people

Pope Francis offers message of hope for the Chinese people

Vatican news In an interview with the Chinese Province of the Society of Jesus, Pope Francis said that China is a “great people” who “must not waste their heritage” and reiterated his desire to make an apostolic journey to the country. By Isabella Piro The heart of the interview granted by Pope Francis to Father…

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)…