In conjunction with the U.S. State Department’s Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom, the Religious Freedom Institute presented a side event July 15 to discuss current international religious freedom policy.
Report gives snapshot of efforts to protect religious freedom around globe
Hosffman Ospino: In Catholic solidarity with Venezuela
Millions of Venezuelans cannot acquire products to meet the most basic needs in life. Access to humanitarian aid is often curtailed by political maneuvers that end up impacting negatively the most vulnerable.
Abortion doesn’t protect women’s human rights, Vatican official says
It is a contradiction to claim that promoting access to safe abortions is somehow protecting the human rights of women and girls, a Vatican representative said.
South Korean Catholics hope new president can unify nation
Catholics in South Korea have high expectations for unity, equality and an end to corruption under the country’s newly elected president, Moon Jae-in who is a Catholic and member of South Korea’s Democratic Party.
Saving lives must be first concern of immigration policy, pope says
Pope Francis speaks to the defense of the life, dignity and human rights of migrants and refugees and the current global migration crisis requires international cooperation and policies that “respect both those who welcome and those who are welcomed.”
Michael Novak, noted theologian, philosopher and author, dies at 83
Michael Novak, a Catholic philosopher, theologian and author who was highly regarded for his religious scholarship and intellectual independence, died Feb. 17 at his home in Washington. He was 83.
World Day of Migrants to reflect on vulnerable, voiceless minors
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Migrant children, the most vulnerable and fragile victims of war and persecution, will be at the heart of the Catholic Church’s annual […]
Catholic groups write Kerry to urge scrutiny of Honduran activist’s death
MEXICO CITY (CNS) — At least 25 Catholic groups joined nongovernmental organizations in condemning the murder of Honduran environmental activist Berta Caceres, calling for a change […]