For more than 50 years, the people of two dioceses have lovingly labored to foster friendship and solidarity.
Western parish communities show solidarity with Venezuela through adoration, prayer
Colombian churches help Venezuelan soldiers who have deserted
As political unrest increases in Venezuela, hundreds of soldiers and police officers are deserting and seeking shelter in neighboring Colombia.
Tension grows as Venezuela closes border with Brazil
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro closed the border between the two countries Feb. 21.
Churches at Colombian border work to help desperate Venezuelans
The debate over aid to Venezuela was reignited in February as the Venezuelan opposition and the U.S. government partnered to deliver help to the South American nation and stored several tons of nonperishable food and medicine in a Colombian warehouse across the border from Venezuela.
Opposition delegation says Vatican supports new elections in Venezuela
Although it has publicly taken a neutral stance in the current political crisis in Venezuela, the Vatican has expressed its support for new elections in the country within the year, said a member of a delegation representing opposition leader Juan Guaido.
Pope, on flight, talks about dialogue, war, abuse of women religious
Pope Francis told reporters he is more afraid of the consequences of not engaging in interreligious dialogue than he is of being manipulated by some Muslim leaders.
Pope calls for peace in Venezuela, denounces Philippine church bombing
Pope Francis prayed that a peaceful solution may be found in Venezuela as uncertainty and political instability grip the country.
Latin American Catholics say ‘personal’ experiences boost evangelicals
In Latin America, evangelical churches have been gaining popularity for decades and with growing numbers, evangelicals have increased their political influence, securing key mayorships and, in some countries, setting their eye on the presidency.