The author centers on Orthodox Jewish tradition, since she sees modern Orthodox Judaism as the best parallel to Catholicism.
Scholarly work summarizes modern ties between Christians, Orthodox Jews
Partnering in the pandemic: Churches see possibilities for ecumenism
The Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity has released a study on how COVID-19 has impacted ecumenical relations around the world.
Ordinary people called to be extraordinary Christian witnesses, pope says
The Vatican released Pope Francis’ message for World Mission Sunday, which will be celebrated Oct. 23 with the theme, “You shall be my witnesses.”
Fund envisioned to encourage Christians to remain in beleaguered Lebanon
Lebanon’s Christian advocates are urging that a special fund be established to address the continual flow of Christian emigration and to give them a solid reason to remain in their ancestral homeland.
Christians, others warn Turkey is ‘weaponizing water’ in northeast Syria
Turkey and its Syrian militant allies cut off the vital supply of water in a measure to choke the inhabitants into submission.
Book examines the interwoven nuances of the Crusades
The author quotes extensively from contemporary Christian and Muslim chroniclers. The reader gets to know what each side thought of the other as well as the rivalries among themselves.
No executions, but 70 killings over blasphemy law, says rights activist
Despite the blasphemy law that has roiled Christians in Pakistan, the government has not executed anyone found guilty at trial. However, 70 people accused of blasphemy have been murdered in extrajudicial actions by mobs.
Catholics urged to support Middle East Christians on Good Friday
In a letter sent to bishops around the world, Cardinal Leonardo Sandri, congregation prefect, asked for continued support for the traditional Good Friday collection for the Holy Land.