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Filipino bishops join fight against political dynasties
Two bishops in the Philippines have called for the country’s election commission to disqualify powerful political dynasties from contesting the 2025 mid-term elections, saying it violates a constitutional ban. Source: UCA News.
Papal visit reinforced ‘bonds of faith and friendship’ between Darwin and Timor-Leste
Darwin Bishop Charles Gauci has reflected on the “bonds of faith and friendship” between his diocese and Timor-Leste, which he says were reinforced during Pope Francis’s visit to the country last month. Source: Darwin Diocese.
Pope offered Aung San Suu Kyi ‘refuge’ at the Vatican
Pope Francis says he offered asylum to Myanmar’s imprisoned prime minister Aung San Suu Kyi. Source: CNA.
Indonesia unveils world’s tallest statue of Jesus
Indonesia has inaugurated the world’s tallest statue of Jesus at a tourist site in the North Sumatra province. Source: UCA News.
Jakarta Archdiocese ends 33-year wait for new church
Indonesia’s Jakarta Archdiocese has inaugurated a parish church after a 33-year wait due to objections from local Muslims. Source: UCA News.
Indonesian Cardinal says Church will not take up offer to operate mines
Indonesian Cardinal Ignatius Suharyo says the Church will not take advantage of the country’s new law allowing religious organisations to get permits to operate mines. Source: Crux.
Catholic activist’s trial begins in Hong Kong
The trial of Jimmy Lai, the Catholic activist and newspaper publisher, opened in Hong Kong yesterday, launching what is expected to be a protracted legal battle capping several years of imprisonment for the embattled pro-democracy advocate. Source: CNA.
Indonesian archbishop urges Catholics to quit alcohol
An Indonesian archbishop has called on Catholics to stop drinking alcoholic beverages and described alcohol traders as big enemies of the Church who destabilise social peace and progress. Source: UCA News.
Brisbane parishioners helping to build monastery in Timor-Leste
High in the mountains of Timor-Leste, a monastery is taking shape with support from missionary volunteers and donations from Brisbane parishioners. Source: The Catholic Leader.