CHRISTMAS - BEHIND THE TINSELS IN ASIA

Christmas Amidst Chaos: A Message of Hope from Myanmar

Instead of celebrating Christmas in Yangon, Fr. Girish followed the "inner movements of the Spirit" and traveled to Taungngu Diocese, about 460 km north of Yangon, on December 24
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Cardinal Bo encourages Myanmar to ‘keep moving forward’ amid struggles

Cardinal Bo highlighted the significance of Jesus’ humble birth in a manger, emphasizing God’s closeness to human suffering

Pope Francis urges action against war and suffering

The pontiff lamented the widespread devastation caused by war, particularly its toll on children and vulnerable populations

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The Jubilee has now opened so that all people may receive hope, the hope of the Gospel, the hope of love, and hope of forgiveness

Starry nights in Tha Rae: Christmas festival rooted in faith and...

The festival, which celebrates Christmas, is renowned for its grand displays of star-shaped decorations and festive lights

Seoul Archbishop: ‘Peace is a creation of collective efforts,’ not a...

Reflecting on the humility of Christ’s birth, Archbishop Chung described it as a call to embrace respect and understanding

Cardinal Chow: ‘Together, we can bring love to our communities’

He called for a unified approach to addressing economic challenges, relational poverty, political instability, and ecological degradation

Myanmar Catholics brace for somber Christmas

Since the military junta seized power in February 2021, Myanmar has been embroiled in a violent civil war

Empowerment and compassion: Cardinal Poola marks Christmas with marginalized groups

"True Christmas lies in embracing the poor and neglected, offering them acceptance and dignity," Cardinal Poola said

Pope Francis sends special Christmas gift to the people of war-torn...

The pontiff has regularly called for prayer for the Ukrainian people and appealed for peace... He also made concrete gestures of solidarity

Faith and compassion: Christmas celebrated behind bars at Saraburi Central Prison

“The prison is not your home. For those within these walls, strive to leave here better than when you came," said Bishop Paul Tawat Singsa

Archbishop of Seoul calls for hope and unity amid political unrest...

Reflecting on the year’s heightened political instability and division, the archbishop acknowledged the growing anxiety within the community

Pope appeals for ceasefire ‘on all war-fronts’ by Christmas

“I appeal to Governments and the International Community, that a ceasefire may be reached on all war fronts by the Christmas celebrations"

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