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Every Catholic archdiocese in Australia and NZ sees Red
For the first time, every Catholic archdiocese in Australia and New Zealand will unite in support of Aid to the Church in Need’s Red November campaign, marking a historic show of solidarity with millions of Christians worldwide who face persecution because of their faith.
New report finds persecution of Christian communities worsens
Conflict and persecution are displacing Christian communities in parts of Africa and Asia, as authoritarian repression and religious nationalism increase pressure elsewhere, a new report reveals. Source: ACN.
Leaders seek end to Russia’s religious persecution in Ukraine
Several prominent American Catholics have launched a petition calling for the end of Russia’s religious persecution in occupied areas of Ukraine. Source: NCR Online.
Christians the most persecuted religious community, Vatican tells UN
Christians are the most persecuted religious believers worldwide, with one in seven affected, said the Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations in Geneva. Source: Vatican News.
More than 388 million Christians face persecution, UN told
Today’s persecution of Christians is one of the most prevalent crises in the world today, a Vatican official has told the United Nations. Source: Crux.
More than 388m Christians face ‘high levels’ of persecution
More than 388 million Christians – or one in seven believers worldwide – face “high levels of persecution and discrimination for their faith”, according to a new report. Source: OSV News.
Cathedrals and churches turn red for persecuted Christians
Cathedrals and churches across Australia and New Zealand were illuminated for Red Wednesday, a global initiative to remember and pray for persecuted Christians. Source: ACN.
Shining a red spotlight on Christian persecution
A record 30 dioceses in Australia and New Zealand are commemorating Red November this month, to show solidarity with persecuted Christians suffering increased violence, persecution and human rights abuses worldwide. Source: ACN.
Catholic leaders in Bangladesh demand action after church attacked
Catholic leaders in Bangladesh are demanding government action to ensure the security of their communities after an evening attack on a Catholic church in the capital city, Dhaka. Source: Crux.