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Churches in South Sudan Call for Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions As South Sudan faces the risk of a new civil war, churches in the country are urging President Salva Kiir and Vice President Riek Machar to resolve their differences through dialogue. The escalating tensions between the two leaders have raised concerns about the stability of the nation. The recent arrest of Machar and his wife on March 26 has further exacerbated the situation, leading the United Nations to issue a warning about the potential for renewed conflict. In response to these developments, the Council of Evangelical Churches of South Sudan…

Following a devastating earthquake in central Myanmar, the Church in neighboring Thailand is assessing the damage and showing solidarity as Bangkok declares the city a disaster zone. By Chainarong Monthienvichienchai, LiCAS News An intense earthquake hit central Myanmar, causing shockwaves that reverberated through Bangkok and northern Thailand. The impact was felt as high-rise buildings swayed, rooftop pools overflowed onto the streets, and hospitals evacuated patients as a safety measure. Startled residents and office workers hurried down staircases in densely populated areas while emergency sirens blared across the capital. The 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, at a shallow…

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Welcome to our blog where we bring you the latest news and updates from around the world. Today, we focus on the devastating wildfires in South Korea, which have captured the attention of Pope Francis himself. In a heartfelt message, Pope Francis offered his prayers for those affected by the wildfires in South Korea, which have been declared the worst and largest in the country’s history. He particularly mentioned his concern for the injured and expressed gratitude for the relief efforts of the firefighters and other emergency personnel. The Vatican’s Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, conveyed the Pope’s condolences…

The Holy See’s Call for Peace and Disarmament At a recent event promoting issues related to hospitality, migration, and social inclusion, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin reiterated the Holy See’s commitment to peace, dialogue, and solidarity. He called for a disarmament of words and the rejection of nuclear weapons, urging world leaders to prioritize human dignity and global stability through diplomatic solutions. Cardinal Parolin emphasized the importance of negotiations without preconditions for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, while also urging moderation in Gaza and condemning the possession of nuclear weapons as immoral, echoing Pope Francis’s stance.…

Welcome to the Vatican, where Cardinal Pietro Parolin graciously received the distinguished Polish President, Andrzej Duda, along with his entourage. This special visit holds significance as it commemorates the 20th anniversary of the passing of Pope St. John Paul II and the millennium of Poland’s first King’s coronation. Vatican News The meeting between Polish President Andrzej Duda and Cardinal Pietro Parolin, accompanied by Monsignor Miroslaw Wachowski, Undersecretary for Relations with States, took place on a Friday morning at the Vatican. A statement from the Holy See Press Office highlighted the warm discussions that preceded the upcoming milestones in Polish history.…

By Francesca Pollio Fenton CNA Staff, Mar 28, 2025 / 06:00 am Exciting news for fans of “The Chosen” series! Season 5 has been officially released in theaters nationwide. “The Chosen: Last Supper” delves into the events of Holy Week, from Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem to Judas’ betrayal in the Garden of Gethsemane. Part 1 of Season 5 premiered in theaters on March 28, followed by Part 2 on April 4 and Part 3 on April 11. Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in the series, shared his experience portraying significant moments such as the Last Supper and the washing…

Exciting news from the Vatican – Pope Francis is on the road to recovery! The Holy See Press Office has reported that the Pope is gradually improving as he recovers from bilateral pneumonia at his Vatican residence. Matteo Bruni, the Director of the Holy See Press Office, provided an update on the Pope’s health during a briefing for journalists. He mentioned that Pope Francis’s health is stable and that there have been positive developments in his respiratory and motor functions, as well as his speech. The Pope is slowly reducing the amount of high-flow oxygen he receives during the day,…

Experience the Magic of Holy Week and Easter in Rome Celebrate the solemn and sacred liturgies of Holy Week and Easter in the heart of Rome, beginning with Palm Sunday on 13 April. The Vatican has announced its programme of events, although the presence of Pope Francis remains uncertain. As the 88-year-old pontiff continues to recover from double pneumonia, it is unclear whether he will participate in the ceremonies. However, the Vatican press office has indicated that his potential involvement will depend on his health in the upcoming weeks. Traditionally, Pope Francis has visited jails on Holy Thursday to perform…

Un terremoto di potenza devastante, di magnitudo 7.7, seguito a 12 minuti di distanza da una seconda scossa di 6.4, ha colpito il centro della Myanmar, dove si teme una catastrofe, con l’Usgs che parla del rischio di ‘migliaia di morti’. L’epicentro, secondo l’istituto geosismico Usa, è localizzato vicino a Saigang, dove passa una faglia sismica che taglia a metà il Paese lungo una direttrice nord-sud, a una ventina di chilometri dalla città storica e antica capitale precoloniale di Mandalay, seconda città del Myanmar sulle rive del fiume Irrawaddy, dov’è crollato un ponte in ferro, piena di templi e pagode…